Books by John Agard

John Agard writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–12, exploring themes of curiosity & wonder, self-confidence & identity, joy & gratitude.

Standalone Books (Ages 8–11)

A Caribbean Dozen Poems from Caribbean Poets

John Agard, Grace Nichols

Explore the joys and wonders of growing up in the Caribbean through a diverse collection of poems by thirteen talented p

Ages 4–11

Book: My Autobiography

John Agard

What if books could talk? In this charming autobiography, Book shares its own story, from humble clay tablets to digital

Ages 4–11

Windrush Child: The Tale of a Caribbean Child Who Faced a New Horizon

John Agard

Follow a Windrush child's emotional journey from the Caribbean to Britain, evoked with hope and promise by celebrated po

Ages 4–11

Wise Up! Wise Down!: a Poetic Conversation

John Agard, JonArno Lawson

For families who love to ponder big ideas and revel in the music of words, this collection of poetic conversations invit

Ages 8–12

By Age Range

Ages 4–7

3 books

Ages 8–11

4 books

Ages 12–18

1 books

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