MOUSE WAS OUT AT RECESS, THE

Childhood Education, Winter 2003/2004 by Gaugler, April

Poetry Harrison, David L. THE MOUSE WAS OUT AT RECESS. Il. by Eugenie Fernandes. ISBN 1-56397-550-5. Honesdale, PA: Boyds Mills Press, 2003. 31 pp. $15.95. Veteran children's author David Harrison creates a collection of poems that speak to the topics children hold dear: icky boys (or girls), stinky socks, the genius in class, disgusting lunches, telling (or keeping) secrets, the anticipation of hitting a baseball, and every minute of the school day.

Each poem delights in the joys of childhood and the unique point of view of children. Colorful, action-packed illustrations enhance this collection of humorous poetry. Ages 5-12.-A.G.