Courage Out Loud

25 original confidence-building poems to read out loud which will show children that their voice has FANTASTIC power.

From the multi-award winning poet and Waterstones Children's Laureate Joseph Coelho comes 25 more brilliant, sparkling and truly original poems for children, specially written to help build confidence, develop speaking skills and help foster self-belief.

The collection contains mantras to be true to yourself, to help you feel brave, project happiness, conjure a smile, make you laugh or cheer others up. These books have inspired thousands of young readers at home and in classrooms to speak up and love the power of their own voice.

Reading these poems aloud will teach children the power of a poem, encouraging them to explore the magic of language and foster a love of verse.