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Janet S. Wong is an American poet and author of children's books.She has written over 30 books, primarily poetry, picture books, and middle grade fiction.At the age of seven, she had an active imagination.
Poetry is universal throughout the world's oral traditions as songs and folklore passed down to younger generations. [2] The oldest works of children's poetry, such as Zulu imilolozelo, are part of cultural oral traditions. [2] In China, the Tang dynasty became known as the Golden Age of Chinese poetry with the invention of the movable type. [3]
And Still I Rise is Maya Angelou's third volume of poetry. She studied and began writing poetry at a young age. [1] After her rape at the age of eight, as recounted in her first autobiography, I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings (1969), she dealt with her trauma by memorizing and reciting great works of literature, including poetry, which helped bring her out of her self-imposed muteness.
(2021); and Days Like These: An Alternative Guide to the Year in 366 Poems (2022). He has also written a book of football poems, 50 Ways to Score a Goal (2021). His first novel, Diary of a Somebody (2019), was shortlisted for the Costa Book Award for First Novel, and his poem "Refugees" has been published as an illustrated book for children.
Karla Kuskin (née Seidman) (July 17, 1932 – August 20, 2009) was a prolific American author, poet, illustrator, and reviewer of children's literature. [2] Kuskin was known for her poetic, alliterative style.
"To This Day" is a 2011 spoken word poem written by Shane Koyczan. [1] [2] In the poem, Koyczan talks about bullying he and others received during their lives and its deep, long-term impact. [3] Koyczan first came to international notice when he read his poetry at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics' Opening Ceremony. [4]
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Children's books also benefit children's social and emotional development. Reading books help "personal development and self-understanding by presenting situations and characters with which our own can be compared". [184] Children's books often present topics that children can relate to, such as love, empathy, family affection, and friendship.