I Don't Like Poetry: By the winner of the Laugh Out Loud Award. ‘Wonderful and imaginative’ The Times

Subjects

Poetry - rhyme, rhythm and rap

Average rating

4 out 5

Shortlisted for the Laugh Out Loud Awards - the UK's only prize for funny children's books A brilliant collection of poems by an exciting young poet, this book is perfect, whether you like poetry or not! 'When you read this book, the windows will burp and the grass will turn blue. That's how magic these poems are.' Michael Rosen Packed full of silly, funny, or downright hilarious poems (with a few serious ones mixed in) this brilliant collection from exciting young poet, Joshua Seigal is perfect for fans of Michael Rosen and anyone else who needs a giggle. If you like poetry, you'll like this book. And if you don't like poetry you'll LOVE it! With poems on every topic from the power of books to the joys of fried chicken, this collection is a fabulous mix of Joshua Seigal's subversive humour and insight into the world of children. With hilarious doodle style illustrations by Chris Piascik, if you don't like poetry after reading this, there's probably something wrong with you! Book band: Grey - Ideal for Age 8 - 9

I have read this book

I really enjoyed this book i liked reading the different poems. My favourite poem is "Multiple Choice."

Madam Panther Ketchup 31.08.2023

The poems inside are really good

Professor Iggy Anteater 18.07.2023

It was funny & I absolutely loved it.

Princess Wanda Starlight 22.02.2023

this book is funny like it talks about music and gaming and many more but some of the poems are bit boring

Anonymous 15.08.2022

There are all kinds of fun chapters in this poems book.

Captain Portobello Pudding-Basin 05.07.2021

I loved reading I don't like poetry as there are lots of funny poems in it. Some make no sense others are just plain funny. Definitely perfect for those who like comedy.

Dame Beany Pawprint 20.08.2020

I would reccomend this book to someone who likes funny poems.

Anonymous 09.08.2020