Alligators, Monsters & Cool School Poems

My children and I enjoyed this book. I most enjoyed the interactive nature of the book. I felt that the book enhanced my childrens' creativity through the enjoyment of poetry. I would recommend this book for any child. In my child's words, "the pictures are sweet".

As a teacher, parent and reading specialist I have used "Alligators, Monsters and Cool School Poems" for years in my classroom and with my own children. The poems are ones the kids can relate to and enjoy, while also modeling different poetry styles. Student's imaginations are sparked and they are eager to create their own poems. There are 3 parts to this book. First is a series of fun poems about and for kids. The second part includes several poems and space for children to illustrate the poems on their own. The last part is for children to write their own ideas and poems. Some of my favorites from this author include: "First Day of School", "Keep a Journal", "The Terrible Zoor", "School Lunch" and "Immigration". The black and white illustrations (by the author's son) are fun and exciting. Addie Meyer Sanders' poetry reminds me of Shel Silverstein's. Kids, parents and teachers will love this book and read it again many times.