Chidren enjoy rhyme from a very young age, and often find it easier to learn to read and understand if there is a lyrical, rhythmic quality to the books they enjoy. So, when it is time for small children, with their love of familiar nursery rhymes, to move on to something a little more challenging, but equally as memorable, My First Book Of Oxford Poems could be the perfect introduction. From Robert Louis Stevenson through to Spike Milligan, this beautifully illustrated book instantly captures the imagination as it transports the reader to a magical world where almost anything is possible. A great book for sharing, or for dipping into during quieter moments, My First Oxford Book Of Poems would make an ideal gift for any child and for anyone who wants to introduce poetry into the life of their children. (Ages 5 and over) --Susan Harrison