A Child's Calendar by John Updike 🟌🟌🟌🟌🟌

Finally, a book of poetry that I like. Granted it’s a children’s book but poetry is a chore for me to read. It is vague, it doesn’t make sense, and I am never able to grasp the metaphors. “A Child’s Calendar” is a great introduction to poetry without being heavy handed. The layout of the book is easy to follow. A poem for every month of the year. The verse is relative to the month being featured. Even the youngest child will be able to identify the month being highlighted. Get this one from the library before you purchase. Poetry is not for everyone.

Fun Activity: Get a calendar and help your child memorize the months of the year.

Published In: 1999
Publisher: Holiday House
Age Level: 4-8 years
AR Level: 3.6
Pages: 26
Stars: 5
Awards: 2000 Caldecott Honor