About This Lesson
This collection of original poems brings together fourteen selections that celebrate through poetic imagery some of the amazingly diverse people and places in our nation. The poems as a whole take readers on an exciting multiethnic travelogue around the United States and encourage a positive appreciation of our country’s historical, environmental and cultural heritage. The inspiring and insightful poems were created by some of the best-known authors writing for children.
The Book Discussion Guide includes vocabulary, discussion questions, extension activities and additional resources.
