I didn't think it was possible but this book has introduced me to alternative poets that are not normally included in anthologies - Charles Causley & Libby Houston being just 2 - and Im really pleased that it has. They bring something new and refreshing to childrens poetry. Carol Ann Duffy has done a great job at balancing out the poems in this book so it doesn't drag - it should appeal to most children and include some great poems that parents can read aloud to children - I dare you to try reading aloud 'The Loch Ness Monster's Song' by Edwin Morgan - it was a great laugh even attempting it! ( )

I didn't think it was possible but this book has introduced me to alternative poets that are not normally included in anthologies - Charles Causley & Libby Houston being just 2 - and Im really pleased that it has. They bring something new and refreshing to childrens poetry. Carol Ann Duffy has done a great job at balancing out the poems in this book so it doesn't drag - it should appeal to most children and include some great poems that parents can read aloud to children - I dare you to try reading aloud 'The Loch Ness Monster's Song' by Edwin Morgan - it was a great laugh even attempting it! ( )