The Swamps of Sleethe: Poems From Beyond the Solar System by Jack Prelutsky
Illustrated by Jimmy Pickering
Knopf Books for Young Readers, March 2009
Ages 8+
Cautions: None

Kiwi Magazine Review:
This latest gem from Jack Prelutsky has a decidedly Seussian flare with his made-up places, spaces and faces. The illustrations by Jimmy Pickering depict the goopy, gloopy and gross in glorious colors. Perfect for any kid, this book of alien-centric poetry is a great introduction for any boy who might not think poetry is as cool as any of the latest graphic novels. Wrong-o, Zazorzz breath!

Book Description:
Jack Prelutsky’s exploration of outer space is not for the faint of heart. No friendly little E.T.-type aliens await your arrival. There are many imaginative ways to perish in these darkly comedic cautionary verses about unexplored worlds so far beyond our solar system. The final poem is an environmental tour de force that packs a wallop. Here are poems the older reader will find great fun to memorize and rattle off to anyone who will listen! And there is a special bonus: anagrams for the kid who loves word puzzles.

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