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HERE WE GO: A Poetry Friday Power Book

Sylvia Vardell, Janet Wong

HERE WE GO: A Poetry Friday Power Book

Paperback (Pomelo Books Jan. 11, 2017)

HERE WE GO: A Poetry Friday Power Book is a story in poems and a writing journal designed to help kids (Grades 4-8) think about social change. It contains 12 PowerPack sets featuring 4 diverse characters—Ameera, David, Jack, and Jenna—a group of kids working together to make an impact in their community. The book includes inventive activities that make it easy for kids to get inspired, while writing prompts extend learning. Resources for kids (as well as parents, teachers, and book club leaders) include recommended reading lists and websites, guidance for young activists, talking points, and places to publish.

What People Are Saying about HERE WE GO: A Poetry Friday Power Book:

“This interactive book and the abundance of resources provided will motivate students to take action through words and ideas to make their world a better place—a must have for today’s classrooms.” —Lynne Dorfman and Rose Cappelli, Authors of Mentor Texts

“I absolutely love this book! The invitations are inspiring and offer opportunities to think about the world and respond both personally and critically.” —Mary Napoli, Associate Professor of Reading, Penn State Harrisburg

“This book will allow all sorts of emotions and thoughts to bubble forth, including difficult and painful ones . . . and that will be a source of healing.” —Ed Spicer, Educator and literacy expert

“Really glad and excited that this book will be in the hands of young people.” —Jeana Hrepich, Core Faculty, Antioch University Seattle

ISBN
1937057658 / 9781937057657
Pages
134
Weight
6.4 oz.
Dimensions
5.5 x 0.3 in.

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