Poems Every Child Should Know / The What-Every-Child-Should-Know-Library

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Gutenberg ID

16436

Title

Poems Every Child Should Know / The What-Every-Child-Should-Know-Library

Language

en

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Project Gutenberg

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This collection of poems is designed for children to learn and appreciate. It includes works by famous poets such as Longfellow, Whittier, and Tennyson. The poems are short and easy to remember, making them perfect for young readers.

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Poems Every Child Should Know is a collection of classic poems edited by Mary E. Burt. The book features works from renowned poets like Longfellow, Whittier, and Tennyson. The poems are carefully selected to be short and memorable, making them suitable for children to learn and appreciate. The book aims to instill a love for poetry in young readers and provide them with a foundation for future literary exploration. The collection includes 246 poems by various authors, including Longfellow, Whittier, Tennyson, and others. Some of the notable poems include 'The Arrow and the Song', 'The Babie', 'Let Dogs Delight to Bark and Bite', 'Little Things', 'He Prayeth Best', 'Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star', 'Pippa', 'The Days of the Month', 'True Royalty', 'Playing Robinson Crusoe', 'My Shadow', 'Little White Lily', 'How the Leaves Came Down', 'Willie Winkie', and many more. The book also includes poems by lesser-known authors, such as Hannah Flagg Gould, Felicia Hemans, and Matthew Arnold. The collection covers a wide range of themes, including nature, love, patriotism, and morality. The poems are presented in six parts, each with its own unique characteristics and styles. One of the notable features of this book is the inclusion of poems that are not as well-known but still worth reading. For example, 'The Forsaken Merman' by Matthew Arnold is a masterpiece that explores the theme of salvation through love. Another poem, 'A Name in the Sand', by Hannah Flagg Gould, highlights the fleeting nature of human existence and the importance of leaving a lasting legacy. The book also includes poems that are more accessible to children, such as 'Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star' and 'Pippa'. These poems are not only fun to read but also provide valuable lessons on life and morality. The collection also features poems that celebrate the beauty of nature, such as 'How the Leaves Came Down' and 'Willie Winkie'. Overall, Poems Every Child Should Know is a comprehensive collection of classic poems that will delight children and adults alike. With its wide range of themes, styles, and authors, this book provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in poetry and literature.

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Categories

• Poetry
• American Literature