Dealing with everyday childhood events and concerns, the poems in John Mole's collection will certainly touch a nerve with children, making them ponder, wonder, laugh and relate by turns (or sometimes all at once!). The subjects are as important and relevant to kids as those in Michael Rosen's Quick, Let's Get Out of Here! and are tackled with thought, sensitivity and plenty of humour. From the inventive A Novermber Riddle to the poignant She Heard Them Shouting, this is a collection for all levels within the 9-12 age group and beyond and easily fits the criteria for poetry in the National Literacy Strategy for schools. Beautifully illustrated in black and white by Mary Norman, this is a must-have for all young poetry fans.

 

This book is aimed at children in primary school.

There are 96 pages in this book. This book was published 1999 by Hachette Children's Group .

John Mole (b. 1941) taught for many years in this country and the USA before becoming a freelance writer and occasional jazz musician. As a poet for children he continues to give readings and run workshops in schools and libraries, and his work is represented in many anthologies. Reviewing his work in the Times Educational Supplement, Gillian Clarke wrote: `He's one of the best, and already has many fans. '