Poetry: Moon, have you met my mother? : the collected poems of Karla Kuskin by Karla Kuskin

 Book Review: 

Moon, Have You Met My Mother?

Written by: Karla Kuskin, Illustrated by: Sergia Ruzzier

 Summary: 

           "Moon, have you met my mother?: The Collected Poems of Karla Kuskin" is a lovely collection of poems written by Karla Kuskin that preserves the spirit of traditional poetry, inspiring readers of all ages, particularly children, with creativity, wonder, and joy. The book contains a variety of short poems ranging in length from two lines to two pages, covering a wide range of topics of interest to readers. What distinguishes Kuskin's poetry is her ability to employ poetic qualities such as alliteration, rhyme, repetition, and rhythm in such a manner that the reader is drawn in and falls in love with each poem. Her free verse poetry is full of depth and comedy, making each page enjoyable to read. Her poems are so well-written that they leave the reader smiling and wanting more.

          

Genre, Illustrations & Activities:

Poetry books can be difficult for children to grasp on their own because of the intricate vocabulary and metaphorical connotations. As a result, group conversations may be quite useful in helping students understand and appreciate poetry (Galda, 2017). By participating in poetry conversations, students may learn to recognize the primary ideas and messages presented in each poem. In addition, poetry conversations can help students enhance their vocabulary by introducing them to new terms and their definitions (Galda, 2017).

Comments:

            This book is not only a great collection of poems, but it also serves as an amazing resource for teachers, parents, and students to learn and debate poetry. The book has a lot of simple illustrations that help to convey what the author is attempting to explain in each poem. These pictures might assist visual learners in comprehending the meaning of the words. Overall, this book is a must-read for anybody searching for a humorous and engaging collection of poetry that will stay with readers of all ages.

References:

Galda, L., Liang, L., & Cullinan, B. (2017) Literature and the Child, 9th edition. Boston, MA: Cengage Learning. ISBN 978-0-495-60239-2 

Kuskin, K. (2003). Moon, have you met my mother?: The Collected Poems of Karla Kuskin. HarperCollins.