April is National Poetry Month. For teens, poetry can provide a powerful creative outlet for their growing emotions and experiences. The writing style helps them experience new vocabulary, experiment with creative language, and invoke critical thinking. Here are some of the best poetry books available in our collection for Middle School students.
The Little Mermaid, or How to Find Love Underwater by J.M. Farkas
Perfect for those in middle school learning about poetry, this book uses the blackout method to retell the classic tale of The Little Mermaid. Rather than a love story, this book is rewritten as a tale of empowerment, body positivity, and finding where you truly belong.
This book compiles powerful poetry from various writers for middle grade Black girls as they grow into new roles and identities. The heartwarming collection celebrates the joy and experience of Black girlhood, from navigating your first sleepover to finding your voice.
Geared towards younger teens, this book of poetry highlights a red-headed, freckled Hispanic kid named Guero as he attempts to find his place in the world through poetry. As he navigates seventh grade, he struggles to find his identity as he speaks both English and Spanish as a border kid.
Britt Poteet
Youth Specialist
Youth Specialist
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