The Key Stage 1 Poetry Pack
By Alan Peat
(Questions Publishing Company) Price £17.95

This book is companion volume to the popular Key Stage 2 Poetry Pack. It includes a selection of exciting and enjoyable poems that can be used to develop enthusiasm for poetry reading in both the Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1. Each poem is specifically linked to one of the National Literacy Strategy objectives and an accompanying 'Teacher's Notes' section includes a broad range of practical suggestions for use with a class or a group of children.

All the poems in this book have been used successfully in school workshops with KS1 pupils - most are written by Alan Peat, but the collection also includes poems by Wes Magee and Andrew Taylor. A broad range of poetry styles is included, and related 'language play activities are discussed.