I read the Laughing Boy which is a one line poem:
In the falling snow
A laughing boy holds out his palms
Until they are white.
I thought this was different but also in a way felt it was unfinished but then thought again," you can actually use this to harness the childrens writing or reading skills by telling them to make additions to this poem and so I started to appreciate this poem!

In the falling snow
A laughing boy holds out his palms
Until they are white.

This poem, as with all of Wright's haikus, demonstrates how only a few words can describe a rich and developed scene. I think that this poem would be a great jumping off point for students to write their own Haikus using the 5-7-5 syllable form. Some of the other haikus contained in this book are not necessarily for the K-1 age group, but I think this poem can really connect with students and help them understand how beautiful a scene they imagine on their own can be. ( )

These haikus were written at the end of Wright's life and is wrought with misery and despair. Full of loneliness and trepidation, the haikus although depressing are breathtakingly beautiful. Wright seizes the poetic form and fills each word with uncertainty and contrast. I loved this compilation.

This winding dirt path
End in a tangle of thorns
In the autumn mist.

That road is empty,
The one leading into hills
In autumn twilight. ( )

Reviewed in Blithe Spirit 10/2 Jun 2000