Presents an overview of haikus, including the form's history, elements, and traits and how poets use haikus to express ideas. Conveying meaning with words through phrases, rhythm, and line structure--that's a poem. With a celebratory tone, young learners are introduced to different forms of poetry through the delightful Poetry Party series. Each book focuses on a specific type of poetry, describing its elements and traits in an engaging manner to help children comprehend how it conveys imagery. Original poems, fun illustrations, photos, and sidebars add to the appeal of the series. Each book concludes with easy-to-follow tips to guide readers as budding poets

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