Dreams and Other Poems

The poems have been carefully chosen and arranged in themes to introduce young teenagers to poetry that is inspiring, funny and engaging.  The poets represented here include Oswald Mbuyiseni Mtshali, Mongwane Wally Serote, Grace Nichols, DH Lawrence and Roger McGough.  There are lullabies, poems from the oral tradition, songs, haiku and more.

This collection has the following features to promote reading, undestanding and enjoyment in all Senior Phase English classrooms:

- Beautiful illustrations

- Poems arranged in themes to provide contextual links

- Notes and activites on each poem to support poetry study

- A range of poems to suit the needs and interests of all learners

- A simple, accessible glossary of key terms for poetry study