Word Magic

By Phillip Shabazz

Unlock the power of poetry and transform young readers into confident writers.

Word Magic: A Poetry Workbook for Grades 4-8 is an engaging, accessible guide designed to take the mystery out of creative writing and make poetry an exciting adventure. Built specifically for upper elementary and middle school students, this hands-on workbook gives young authors the tools, techniques, and inspiration they need to turn everyday thoughts, feelings, and observations into vivid verse.

Whether used in the classroom, in homeschooling environments, or for independent practice at home, Word Magic bridges the gap between reading poetry and writing it. Through structured prompts, accessible form guides, and practical literary exercises, students learn to play with language, explore rhythm and imagery, and discover their authentic creative voices.

Inside Word Magic, students and educators will discover:

Step-by-Step Writing Guides: Clear, approachable breakdowns of classic and contemporary poetic forms-from haiku and list poems to free verse, acrostics, and spoken-word styles.Engaging Creative Prompts: Dozens of imaginative exercises designed to spark ideas, overcome blank-page anxiety, and encourage self-expression.Essential Literary Craft Tools: Practical lessons on sensory details, metaphor, simile, line breaks, tone, and sound devices made easy for middle-grade readers.Interactive Draft-and-Revise Worksheets: Dedicated spaces for brainstorming, drafting, polishing, and sharing original work.

Ideal for language arts lesson plans, creative writing clubs, national poetry month units, or young writers eager to practice on their own, Word Magic proves that writing poetry isn't just an academic assignment, it's a joyful, empowering skill that lasts a lifetime.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0HG255GM3
• ISBN13: 9798995853237
• Release Date: August 2026
• Publisher: Big Drum Press
• Length: 178 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.0" x 0.5" x 8.5"