"Almost Late to School: More Poems about School" by Carol Diggory Shields is a delightful collection of whimsical and relatable poems that capture the essence of school life. Through playful verses, readers experience the ups and downs of the classroom, from the rush of being almost late to the joys of learning and friendship. Each poem offers a fresh perspective on school experiences, celebrating both the humorous moments and the heartfelt connections that occur within its walls. With charming illustrations, this book is perfect for young readers, encouraging them to embrace the journey of education and the fun that comes with it. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Picture Puffin .

This book has been graded for interest at 6-10 years.

There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published in 2005 by Turtleback Books .

Carol Diggory Shields is a poet, a humorist, and a librarian -- the perfect qualifications for reducing immense bodies of knowledge into a very few lines of extremely funny verse. Grateful teachers and students can direct fan letters to her in Salinas, Cal Paul Meisel has illustrated many books for children, including Why Are the Ice Caps Melting?, Energy Makes Things Happen, and What Happens to Our Trash? in the Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science series. He lives in Newtown, Connecticut.