Bloomsbury Gold Joshua Seigal Collection 5 Books Set - Funny Poetry Paperback Books For Kids Ages 7+ - Welcome To My Crazy Life, I Bet I Can Make You Laugh & More

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Titles in This Set. Welcome to My Crazy Life. I Bet I Can Make You Laugh. Yapping Away. Who Let the Words Out?. Little Lemur Laughing. Details. Condition: Brand New. Format: Paperback. Publisher: Bloomsbury. Age Range: 7+. Overview. The Joshua Seigal Collection brings together five paperback poetry books bursting with silliness, wordplay and warmth. Written and edited by children's poet Joshua Seigal, this set is packed with laugh-out-loud verse that appeals to reluctant readers and poetry lovers alike. Ideal for bedtime, classroom read-alouds or independent reading, the collection turns everyday chaos into comic gold while still finding room for tenderness — a brilliant introduction to poetry for children aged seven and up.. About the Books. Welcome to My Crazy Life serves up poems ranging from demon cats to the tragedy of a missing pair of trousers, blending subversive humour with real insight into how children see the world. I Bet I Can Make You Laugh is an anthology edited by Seigal, gathering silly poems from a range of contributors alongside new pieces of his own. Yapping Away swings from outrageous to tender, offering practical (and ridiculous) advice such as the eight steps to a spectacular tantrum, plus a warning about Teddy Bear's Picnics. Who Let the Words Out? celebrates playful language, with poems about cuddling tigers, pesky pet fleas and teachers who might just be secret chickens — perfect for widening vocabulary while sparking imagination. Finally, Little Lemur Laughing follows on from Seigal's earlier work, delivering silly, funny and occasionally thoughtful poems with the same warmth and rhythmic energy that fans of read-aloud poetry adore. Together the five titles showcase the full range of Seigal's poetic voice: mischievous, clever, occasionally chaotic, and always full of heart.. Five distinct books: a broad mix of humour, wordplay and heartfelt moments in one set.. Read-aloud friendly: short, punchy, rhythmic poems perfect for storytime and classroom recital.. Performance poet: written and edited by a poet with a strong reputation for school visits.. Great value bundle: five paperbacks together, ideal for building a young reader's poetry collection.. Encourages a love of language: playful vocabulary and inventive wordplay support literacy development.. Gift-ready: a cheerful present for birthdays, World Book Day or classroom rewards.. About the Author. Joshua Seigal is a British poet and performer who visits schools across the UK to share his love of poetry with children. Known for combining comic timing with genuine emotional insight, his work regularly appears on reading lists for reluctant and enthusiastic readers alike. He has written and edited several poetry collections for young people. His live performances and school workshops have helped introduce many children to poetry as something fun, accessible and entirely their own.. Why You'll Love This Set. Five books of hilarious, inventive poetry in one bundle — perfect for turning reluctant readers into poetry fans. Funny, warm and endlessly quotable, this collection is a joyful addition to any bookshelf or bedtime routine.. Please Note: Cover design may vary slightly from the image shown, and the ISBN listed relates to the UK edition set as supplied.