Forget-Me-Nots: Poems to Learn by Heart by Mary Ann Hoberman

When you learn a poem by heart, it becomes a part of you. You know it in your mind, in your mouth, in your ears, in your whole body. And best of all, you know it forever. 

 Poetry is a wonderful way to introduce your reader to figurative language.  I recently purchased this book as a gift for a second grader to congratulate her on her first holy communion.  A great keepsake, that she can enjoy forever!

A Children's Poet Laureate -  here is her website to visit - http://www.maryannhoberman.com/
Here are some thoughts to chat about after you read -
• Which poem did you like the best and why?
• If you were going to write your own poem, what topic would you choose?
• Do you prefer poems that rhyme or those that don't, and why?
• Which poem would you choose to memorize, and why?
• Why do you think it is important to know a poem by heart?

Here are some other titles to consider for all ages . . . http://www.goodreads.com/list/show/1340.Best_children_s_poetry_books
The Poetry Foundation posts monthly recommendations as well  - http://www.poetryfoundation.org/children/