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Ready for Spaghetti: Funny Poems for Funny Kids Synopsis
From two of the biggest names in children's publishing, this is an inspiring guide to wordplay for young readers, their parents and teachers.
I'm ready for spaghetti
Will you getti the spaghetti?
Don't say, Not yetti spaghetti!
'cos I'm all setti for spaghetti.
Fizzing with rhythm, energy and laughter, the 30 poems in Ready for Spaghetti delight in the details of children's daily routines. Up, up, uppity-up! , the first poem announces, while the artwork shows a child leaping out of bed, ready to begin their morning; Hush and a hush, soft and low , chants the final poem, as children snuggle under their blankets after their day's adventures. Full of affectionate observations of young children, which are beautifully continued in Polly Dunbar's warm-hearted pictures, Michael Rosen's poems are ideal for reading aloud with toddlers ... and many grown-ups will soon know them by heart!
About This Edition
| ISBN: |
9781406377644 |
| Publication date: |
2nd June 2022 |
| Author: |
Michael Rosen |
| Illustrator: |
Polly Dunbar |
| Publisher: |
Walker Books Ltd |
| Format: |
Hardback |
| Pagination: |
64 pages |
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Press Reviews
Michael Rosen Press Reviews
'Ready for Spaghetti: Funny Poems for Funny Kids [...] is a fabulous collection of new rhymes for young readers. Michael Rosen has a special understanding of how little ones think and he weaves his wordsmith magic to full effect here. Each short poem captures a moment from childhood from the joy of waking up - Up up uppity-up! to being all setti for spaghetti at dinnertime. Polly Dunbar's accompanying artwork perfectly captures the chaos and delights of childhood.'- Emma Dunn, Hanna Sycamore - The Scotsman
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About Michael Rosen
Michael Rosen is a hugely bestselling author of picture books and poetry. Michael frequently appears on radio and gives talks and lectures on children’s literature. Michael was the Children’s Laureate for 2007–2009 and the winner of the Eleanor Farjeon Award. He lives in London.
Michael Rosen on Michael Rosen:
I grew up in the London suburb of Pinner, a place my parents often wondered about. How had we landed there? My parents were teachers, politically committed (socialists), and great storytellers and readers. I was lucky to have found them.
Most of my adult life, I've been a freelance writer, teacher (of sorts), journalist, performer and broadcaster. I visit schools doing my one-man show, and support Arsenal Football Club.
I have often written about my life and family, but I also write occasional fantasy (usually based in a real place) and non-fiction.
Things you didn't know about Michael Rosen
I wear size 12 shoes.
I like speaking French.
I'm an atheist.
I love mobile phones.
I love houmous.
I can't live without green warty pickled gherkins.
I hate racism.
My father was American.
I can slide my top lip one way and my bottom lip the other.
I can play the harmonica.
Photo credit Laurence Cendroicz
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