Poetry for the Primary Stage Anthology (Memoria Press)
SKU
069916
ISBN
9781615389018
Grade K-2
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Charlotte Mason
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Gently introduce the beauty of poetry to your littles with this collection chosen by Cheryl Lowe. Separated by grades K-2, each delightful poem is presented on a one-to two-page spread, depending on length. Whimsical, engaging, black and white illustrations are included. A sampling of poems includes: The Whole Duty of Children, Wise Old Owl, Mr. Snowman, The Owl and the Pussycat, and more, for a total of 19 classic poems. No teaching instruction included. Perfect for memorization or to simply enjoy as a family. 31 pgs, pb. ~ Deanne
Publisher's Description of Poetry for the Primary Stage Anthology (Memoria Press)
Do you ever wish you didnt have to sort through all the thousands of poems that have been written over the years to find the best of the best? Cheryl Lowe has done the work for you in our new series of carefully curated poetry anthologies. Your child will be delighted by the whimsy and inspired by the beauty of the beloved poems in Poetry for the Primary Stage.
These courses examine poetry studies the way you would expect them to be covered by Memoria Press - excellent selections, classical organization, thorough and user-friendly. Studies at each level include vocabulary studies, analysis, and discussion questions. Student Guides are consumable worktexts; Teacher Guides contain the student exercises with completed answers. Some of the upper-level courses are transitioning student books to smaller-format (6"x 9") books with activities and questions designed to be completed in a separate notebook. Poetry for the Primary Stage is for Grades K-2, Poetry for the Grammar Stage is for Grades 3-7, Poetry & Short Stories: American Literature is for Grades 7 or higher and Poetry Books I-III are for Grades 8 and up.