A Song About Myself

This charming picture book brings to life a lesser-known, lighthearted poem by the renowned English poet John Keats. Written in a letter to his young sister while he was feeling homesick, the poem is a playful exploration of language, rhyme, and self-expression, with Keats humorously caricaturing himself as an aspiring poet. The text is beautifully paired with vibrant watercolor illustrations, making it an accessible and engaging introduction to classic poetry for young readers. It's a wonderful book for discussing feelings like homesickness and celebrating creativity.

English poet John Keats is remembered for his great odes and sonnets making this lighthearted, little-known poem a special treat. As written in a letter to his young sister when he was feeling homesick on a visit to Scotland, Keats runs his rhymes up and down and all around, leading the reader on a playful chase in and out of language and meaning while caricaturing both himself and what it means to be an aspiring poet.