The Cambridge Book of Poetry for Children
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In "The Cambridge Book of Poetry for Children," a curated anthology from various esteemed poets, readers are introduced to a vibrant tapestry of childhood experiences through the lens of poetry. The collection spans a myriad of themes'Äîfrom the whimsical to the profound'Äîcapturing the essence of childhood imagination and wonder. With an approachable literary style that balances simplicity with lyrical sophistication, this anthology invites young readers into a world rich with sensory imagery and emotional resonance. It situates itself within a broader literary tradition of children's literature that seeks not only to entertain but also to ignite curiosity and foster a love for language. The diverse contributions from various poets reflect an intentional inclusivity, celebrating the multifaceted nature of childhood. Many featured poets, such as Edward Lear and A.A. Milne, have been shaped by their own rich experiences and unique perspectives. Their individual journeys and artistic ethos resonate throughout the collection, reflecting the universal joys and challenges of growing up, while also encouraging creative expression among young audiences. This anthology is essential reading for parents, educators, and children alike. It not only provides a delightful introduction to poetry but also serves as a catalyst for creativity and emotional development. By engaging with the diverse voices within this collection, readers will nurture a deeper appreciation for the art of poetry while relishing the pleasures of imaginative exploration.
Audiobook details
GenrePoetry
Length5 hrs 51 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 25, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Cambridge Book of Poetry for Children
88A Child’s Present to His Child-Saviour
2PREFACE
89The Peace-Giver
3RHYMES AND JINGLES
90VARIOUS
4Merry are the Bells
91To a Singer
5Safe in Bed
92The Happy Piper
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6Jenny Wren
93The Destruction of Sennacherib
7Curly Locks
94Sheridan’s Ride
8Pussy-Cat Mew
95Columbus
9Draw a Pail of Water
96Horatius
10I Saw a Ship a-sailing
97INDEX OF AUTHORS
11The Nut-Tree
98INDEX OF FIRST LINES
12My Maid Mary
99The Cambridge Book of Poetry for Children
13The Wind and the Fisherman
100NATURE, COUNTRY, AND THE OPEN AIR
14Blow, Wind, Blow
101To Meadows
15All Busy
102The Brook
16Winter has Come
103Recollections of Early Childhood
17Poor Robin
104To Autumn
18I have a Little Sister
105Ode to the West Wind
19In Marble Walls
106To a Skylark
20FAMILIAR OBJECTS
107The Moon-Goddess
21The Moon
108Home-Thoughts from Abroad
22The Star
109Home-Thoughts from the Sea
23Kitty
110GREEN SEAS AND SAILOR MEN
24Kitty: How to Treat Her
1111. The Call of the Sea
25Kitty: what She thinks of Herself
112Ye Mariners of England
26The Sea Shell
113The Secret of the Sea
27COUNTRY BOYS’ SONGS
114A Dutch Picture
28The Cuckoo
115Sea Memories
29The Bird-Scarer’s Song
116The Sea Gypsy
30Cradle Song
117The Greenwich Pensioner
31GOOD NIGHT!
118The Press-gang
32A BUNCH OF LENT LILIES
119A Sea Dirge
33Daffodils
1202. Its Lawless Joys
34To Daffodils
121The Old Buccaneer
35Daffodils
122The Salcombe Seaman’s Flaunt to the Proud Pirate
36SEASONS AND WEATHER
123The Smuggler
37The Months
124ARMS AND THE MAN
38The Wind in a Frolic
125The Maid
39The Four Sweet Months
126The Eve of Waterloo
40Glad Day
127The Glory that was Greece
41Buttercups and Daisies
128Battle Hymn of the American Republic
42The Merry Month of March
129To Lucasta, on going to the Wars
43What the Birds Say
130The Black Prince
44Spring’s Procession
131The Burial of Sir John Moore
45The Call of the Woods
132How Sleep the Brave
46A Prescription for a Spring Morning
133Soldier, Rest!
47The Country Faith
134THE OTHER SIDE OF IT
48The Butterfly’s Ball
1351. The Patriot
49TASTES AND PREFERENCES
1362. For those who fail
50A Wish
1373. Keeping On
51Wishing
138STORY-POEMS
52Bunches of Grapes
139The Lady of Shalott
53Contentment
140The Forsaken Merman
54TOYS AND PLAY, IN-DOORS AND OUT
141The Legend Beautiful
55The Land of Story-Books
142Abou Ben Adhem
56Sand Castles
143The Sands of Dee
57Ring o’ Roses
144Lochinvar
58DREAM-LAND
145DAY-DREAMS
59Wynken, Blynken, and Nod
146Dreams to Sell
60The Drummer-Boy and the Sheperdess
147The Lost Bower
61The Land of Dreams
148Echo and the Ferry
62Sweet and Low
149Poor Susan’s Dream
63Cradle Song
150Fancy
64Mother and I
151TWO HOME-COMINGS
65FAIRY-LAND
1521. The Good Woman Made Welcome in Heaven
66The Fairies
1532. The Soldier Relieved
67Shakespeare’s Fairies
154WHEN KNIGHTS WERE BOLD
68The Lavender Beds
155Hunting Song
69Farewell to the Fairies
156The Riding to the Tournament
70Dirge on the Death of Oberon, the Fairy King
157VARIOUS
71Kilmeny
158A Red, Red Rose
72TWO SONGS
159Blow, Bugle, Blow
73A Boy’s Song
160West and East
74A Girl’s Song
161Genseric
75FUR AND FEATHER
162Kubla Khan
76Three Things to Remember
163Something to Remember
77The Knight of Bethlehem
164Ring Out, Wild Bells
78The Lamb
165INDEX OF AUTHORS
79The Tiger
166INDEX OF FIRST LINES
80I had a Dove
167Books on English Language and Literature
81Robin Redbreast
168ENGLISH LANGUAGE
82Black Bunny
169ENGLISH LITERATURE
83The Cow
170CAMBRIDGE ANTHOLOGIES
84The Skylark
171ENGLISH ROMANTIC POETS
85CHRISTMAS POEMS
172PITT PRESS SERIES, ETC.
86Christmas Eve
173THE CAMBRIDGE MILTON FOR SCHOOLS
87A Christmas Carol
174SCHOOL EDITIONS OF SCOTT’S WORKS
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