Poetry and Novels in Verse for Upper Elementary Students
Dive into the mesmerizing realm of words with our collection of vocabulary lists for poetry and novels in verse for upper elementary students. Unleash your inner wordsmith as you dance through pages adorned with metaphors and rhymes that'll make your imagination soar. With each turn of the page, you'll not only experience the magic of storytelling but also master the art of weaving words into your very own tapestry of tales!
Brown Girl DreamingIn a series of autobiographical poems, Jacqueline Woodson vividly brings her childhood and adolescence to life. This memoir in verse won the National Book Award, the Coretta Scott King Award, and the Newbery Honor Award.
Home of the BraveIn this verse novel, a young immigrant from Africa adjusts to life in the United States.
Red, White, and WholeIn this verse novel, 13-year-old Reha grapples with her identity as an Indian-American while trying to cope with her mother’s illness.
Rez DogsIn this novel in verse, a girl befriends a stray dog while quarantining with her grandparents on a Wabanaki reservation during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Other Words for HomeAfter she is sent to Cincinnati to escape unrest in Syria, twelve-year-old Jude struggles to adjust to life in the United States.
Inside Out & Back AgainFleeing to America to escape the Vietnam War, Hà and her family end up in Alabama, where they must adapt to a new culture. This novel in verse was inspired by author Thanhha Lai's own experiences.
Land of the CranesImprisoned in a detention camp, Betita dreams of reuniting her family.
The CrossoverTwin brothers Josh and Jordan Bell clash both on and off the basketball court. How high can you score on this list of words from Alexander's award-winning novel in verse?
ReboundAfter the death of his father, Chuck Bell spends the summer with grandparents and finds solace in basketball. Learn these words from the prequel to The Crossover.
Call Me MaríaIn this novel, narrated in a mix of prose and verse, a Puerto Rican girl adjusts to life in New York City.
The Moon WithinEleven-year-old Celi faces the challenges of growing up, including crushes, changing relationships with friends, and honoring her family obligations and heritage.
The Red PencilIn this powerful novel-in-verse, a twelve-year-old Sudanese girl must make her way to a refugee camp after her village is attacked.
Garvey's ChoiceGarvey loves reading and astronomy, but his father pressures him to be an athlete. Then Garvey is chosen as a soloist in the school choir — and music might provide a way for him and his father to connect.
LocomotionIn this verse novel, eleven-year-old Lonnie reflects on his life in foster care.
Neighborhood OdesThis poetry collection celebrates the ordinary events and everyday objects that make a neighborhood special.
They Call Me GüeroA Border Kid's PoemsThis verse novel chronicles the daily life of a Mexican-American twelve-year-old.
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