FICTION

¿Qué es un poema?/What Is a Poem?

by Jovi de la Jara (text) & illus. by Jovi de la Jara
Arte Público/Piñata. May 2025. 32p. Tr $18.95. ISBN 9798893750164. PreS-Gr 4
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PreS-Gr 4–This expressive text describes the ins and outs of poems. A poem can be any shape or size. A poem can make anything a different shape or size. Words can be made up and words can rhyme. Words can be repeated, or not at all. This text comes with simple but creative illustrations that allow poets of every age to be inspired. These illustrations help children visualize the poetry. The spare art against a white background focuses readers on the beauty of the narrative. Written in both English and Spanish, this text is the perfect introductory selection for National Poetry Month or a poetry unit for any grade, across several grade levels.
VERDICT A strong choice for bilingual picture book collections.
Reviewed by Melanie Ortega , May 31, 2025

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