(3) 1-3 Illustrated by Matthew Cordell. Sibs Lucy and Sam (Gone Fishing) are off to the great outdoors again, this time camping with Grandpa. In rotating voices, poems in various forms--including list poems, free verse, a lament, and haiku--describe the sometimes scary but ultimately exciting campout. Cordell's buoyant illustrations are a natural accompaniment to the upbeat verse. An extensive "Provisioning for Poetry" section discusses poetic devices and forms.

Reviewer: Katrina Hedeen

(3) 1-3 Illustrated by Matthew Cordell. Sam is excited for his fishing trip with Dad--until little sister Lucy tags along. Poems in various forms describe the fishing trio's day: preparations, techniques ("Heeere, fishy, fishy, fishy..."), frustrations ("Lucy's winning eight to... / none"), and eventual triumphs. Cordell's buoyant illustrations are a natural fit for the upbeat verse. A "Poet's Tackle Box" section outlines poetic devices and forms. Bib.

Reviewer: Katrina Hedeen