A POKE IN THE I: A Collection of Concrete Poems

, , illus. by Chris Raschka. . Candlewick, $7.99 (35pp) ISBN 978-0-7636-2376-0

In a starred review, PW wrote, "Crisp black words on spotless backgrounds do double-duty as concepts and physical objects. Raschka's restrained illustrations leave most everything to the shaped poems. He and Janeczko provide an uncluttered, meditative space for the picturesque language." Ages 6-10. (Apr.)

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