(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Kate Evans. These handsomely designed and illustrated books introduce the work and lives of these masterful poets; each book's editor explains the poet's intentions and much of the difficult vocabulary and ideas found in the verses. Frost's poetry is probably most accessible, though none of them were writing for youngsters, and many of the poems and excerpts may remain challenging. No harm in trying, though! Ind. Review covers these Poetry for Kids titles: Robert Frost, Carl Sandburg and Walt Whitman.

Reviewer: Miriam Lang Budin

(4) K-3 Illustrated by Susan L. Roth. Walt Whitman's free verse poem "Miracles," which first appeared in the collection Leaves of Grass, is an appreciation of daily life and nature. A large portion of the poem is excerpted here and illustrated with simple, colorful collages featuring a family of active, bright-eyed cats. The childlike appeal of the pictures may help young listeners access the poem, but they also diminish its strong emotional content.

Reviewer: Carolyn Shute