Poetry anthologies are a perfect way to introduce readers (young and old) to a wide range of poetry and poets. Perfect for dipping into and finding new poets to explore, the books below include classic poems and new voices. Whether…
Shape Poems: A Poetry Study
Shape poems or concrete poems make a wonderful introduction to poetry. These visual poems combine written words and imagery to make a statement. The poem is traditionally arranged in the shape of its subject or something associated with it. Line…
Parts of Speech
The parts of speech are to language what the four operations are to maths. Becoming familiar with each part helps us to better understand and construct language. Ultimately, mastering the parts of speech enables us to play and be creative…
Powerful Poetry! How To Write A Poem For Beginners
Take the pain out of writing poetry with these super books. Packed full of prompts, ideas and accessible explanations of poetic techniques and genres, these engaging titles enable everyone to write their own poems and be a poet. Enjoy! Explore…
English Grammar And All That Jazz!
The building blocks of any language, grammar rules can be complex and tricky to understand. The books below help learners as they develop and refine their understanding and usage of grammar. With grammar often used sporadically or left out entirely…
Collective Nouns
A pride of lions, a litter of kittens, a murder of crows. These collective nouns are so commonplace that we use them without thinking, but have you ever stopped to wonder where they came from and what other collective nouns…
For Budding Writers Everywhere
Our world is full of stories. From listening to bedtime stories to sharing stories with friends, storytelling forms part of all of our lives. The act of writing a story, however, can be a daunting process for children and adults…
The Wondrous World of Words
Bamboozle, higgledy-piggledy, pandemonium! The English language is full of wonderful words. Expand your students’ vocabulary and discover some new favourite words yourself as you peruse the books below. The Word Collector by Peter Reynolds Review: Whilst not strictly non-fiction (!)…