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The perfect classic anthology of poetry for today's young readers.A classic poetry anthology, Knock at a Star contains lively, interesting poems from the most beloved writers and poets of our time, past and present, including Langston Hughes, Emily Dickinson, Jack Prelutsky, Mary Ann Hoberman, and more! This anthology contains special kinds of poetry, such as haikus, songs, and limerick, and discusses with the reader what poems can do: make you laugh, send messages, and teach you about images and rhythm. A collection that is joyously assembled and will be joyously read!

Since its introduction more than fifteen years ago, Knock at a Star has established itself as a classic anthology of poetry for children. X. J. and Dorothy Kennedy engaged the reader in a conversation about how and why poetry works. Now the Kennedys have taken a new look at the original anthology and have freshened it by adding some poems, deleting others, and making further comments. With new and evocative line drawings by Karen Lee Baker, the revised Knock at a Star will enrich and enchant a new generation of poetry lovers.