BOOK OF POETRY FOR CHILDREN (FN)

Title: BOOK OF POETRY FOR CHILDREN

Author: JACK PRELUTSKY & ARNOLD LOBEL

Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE | YR: 1983

Book Cover: HARDCOVER | Page: 248

The Random House Book of Poetry for Children, compiled by Jack Prelutsky and beautifully illustrated by Arnold Lobel is a large, definitive anthology (a treasury or collection) of children's poetry that aims to be a comprehensive and joyous introduction to the world of verse.

The book contains $572$ poems selected by Jack Prelutsky, who was the nation's first Children's Poet Laureate.

It features a blend of beloved classic poets (like Robert Louis Stevenson and Robert Frost) and modern "glittering gems" from contemporary writers. Prelutsky ensured the tone is distinctly upbeat and fun, with an emphasis on rhythm and humor to engage young readers.

Caldecott winner Arnold Lobel (famous for the Frog and Toad series) illustrated the book with over $400$ one-of-a-kind drawings. These whimsical and expressive illustrations unify the diverse poems, making the collection accessible and visually appealing for children ages 5 to 12.

The Random House Book of Poetry for Children is a massive, high-quality reference book designed to instill a lifelong love of poetry by offering an engaging poem for nearly every childhood feeling, occasion, or curiosity.