{"product_id":"word-magic-phillip-shabazz-9798995853237","title":"Word Magic","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnlock the power of poetry and transform young readers into confident writers.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWord Magic: A Poetry Workbook for Grades 4-8\u003c\/em\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether used in the classroom, in homeschooling environments, or for independent practice at home, \u003cem\u003eWord Magic\u003c\/em\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInside \u003cem\u003eWord Magic\u003c\/em\u003e, students and educators will discover: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep-by-Step Writing Guides: \u003c\/strong\u003e Clear, approachable breakdowns of classic and contemporary poetic forms-from haiku and list poems to free verse, acrostics, and spoken-word styles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngaging Creative Prompts: \u003c\/strong\u003e Dozens of imaginative exercises designed to spark ideas, overcome blank-page anxiety, and encourage self-expression.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEssential Literary Craft Tools: \u003c\/strong\u003e Practical lessons on sensory details, metaphor, simile, line breaks, tone, and sound devices made easy for middle-grade readers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInteractive Draft-and-Revise Worksheets: \u003c\/strong\u003e Dedicated spaces for brainstorming, drafting, polishing, and sharing original work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdeal for language arts lesson plans, creative writing clubs, national poetry month units, or young writers eager to practice on their own, \u003cem\u003eWord Magic\u003c\/em\u003e proves that writing poetry isn't just an academic assignment, it's a joyful, empowering skill that lasts a lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Phillip Shabazz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798995853237\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Big Drum Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 08\/21\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 178\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.25lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.48d","brand":"Phillip Shabazz","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":49174543433983,"sku":"9798995853237","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/word-magic-phillip-shabazz-9798995853237","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}