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Poems for Children

by Helene Barnes, photographed by Vernon Barnes

26 pages; Saddle stitched; illustrated; catalogue #04-1779; ISBN 1-4120-3972-X; US$12.78, C$18.00, EUR12.50, £9.00

Children's favorite topics, such as pirates, friends, and animals, are expressed in the poems. Illustrated with sensitive, beautiful photography. Easy for children to read and understand.

About the Book

Poems for Children is a unique book and is illustrated with photography. Poems that children can relate to and easily read. Written in modern language, most children can read the book themselves. Even a second grader can read most of the words. Illustrated with sensitive, beautiful photography. Parents love the expressions and feelings that Vernon captures with photographs.

Children's favorite topics are expressed in the poems, which are realistic, original and uplifting. Topics include pirates, friends, dreams, animals and other subjects that children enjoy. They will read the book over and over again.

About the Author

Helen was an elementary school teacher, Girl Scout counselor and volunteer for disadvantaged children. In the classroom, she made learning fun.

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