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Septimus Pitt and the Grumbleoids
Brian Whittingham
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Description for Septimus Pitt and the Grumbleoids
Hardcover. Intended for children aged 8-14, this collection of poems gives an introduction to poetry for children. It includes poems ranging from Mr Nobody, an unhappy spook who just wants to join the class, to the bizarre dress sense of the new teacher, or the spying and piracy that can occur in the playground in between sherbet dabs. Illustrator(s): Sinclair, Mandy. Num Pages: 48 pages, colour ill. BIC Classification: YQE. Category: (JC) Children's (6-12). Dimension: 209 x 172 x 11. Weight in Grams: 292.
This collection of poems for children aged 8-14 are beautifully illustrated and have been hailed by teachers as a great introduction to poetry for children. From Mr Nobody, an unhappy spook who just wants to join the class, to the bizarre dress sense of the new teacher, or the spying and piracy that can occur in the playground in between sherbet dabs, this original collection of verse enlivens both teaching and learning poetry.
This collection of poems for children aged 8-14 are beautifully illustrated and have been hailed by teachers as a great introduction to poetry for children. From Mr Nobody, an unhappy spook who just wants to join the class, to the bizarre dress sense of the new teacher, or the spying and piracy that can occur in the playground in between sherbet dabs, this original collection of verse enlivens both teaching and learning poetry.
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Luath Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
48
Condition
New
Number of Pages
48
Place of Publication
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781905222810
SKU
V9781905222810
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 7 to 11 working days
Ref
99-23
About Brian Whittingham
Brian Whittingham is a former shipyard worker and now works as a Freelance Creative Writing Lecturer in colleges, community centres and schools. He has taught in places as diverse as Edinburgh Castle, Barlinnie prison, Seattle University, and on Normandy beaches. He has previously published four poetry collections, including Drink the Green Fairy, written three plays and various short fiction. He ... Read more
Reviews for Septimus Pitt and the Grumbleoids
'This is a rich and entertaining poetry collection that can be used as a resource that teachers would welcome in the classroom.' - MAURA MCROBBIE, PRIMARY TEACHER, WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL 'This collection will inspire, delight and inform all who dip into it.' - ANNE WALLACE, EDUCATION OFFICER, GLASGOW MUSEUMS 'Brian's ability to capture experiences ... Read more