A Poem for Every Winter Day
A Poem for Every Winter Day is a seasonal poetry collection curated by Allie Esiri, with poems linked to winter dates and introductory paragraphs. It is presented for reading aloud and sharing, with a stated reading age of 9–11 years.
At a glance
- Winter-themed poems are arranged with a link to the date on which they appear.
- The description says selections come from Allie Esiri’s poetry anthologies for every day and night of the year.
- Named poets include Mary Oliver, Edgar Allan Poe, Thomas Hardy, E. E. Cummings, Robert Burns, Benjamin Zephaniah, Wendy Cope, Roger McGough and Jackie Kay.
- Introductory paragraphs accompany the poems, and the collection is described as suitable for reading aloud.
Reference price: £8.99
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Date-linked selections give the collection a natural structure for dipping into across the winter season.
- The mix of familiar and newly discovered verse, as described in the listing, may suit shared family reading.
Technical specifications
10 specifications| Publisher | Macmillan Children's Books |
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| Publication date | 23 Oct. 2025 |
| Edition | New Edit/Cover |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 320 pages |
| Reading age | 9 - 11 years |
| ISBN-10 | 1035044749 |
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| ISBN-13 | 978-1035044740 |
| Dimensions | 13 x 2.2 x 19.7 cm |
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| Weight listed | 216 g |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers looking for a seasonal poetry anthology to browse through over winter.
- Families seeking poems to read aloud together, particularly for the stated 9–11 age range.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking poetry focused on seasons other than winter or a single poet’s work.
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of book is A Poem for Every Winter Day?
It is a winter-themed poetry collection, with poems linked to dates and introductory paragraphs.
Who is the stated reading age?
The listing gives a reading age of 9 - 11 years.
Is it described as suitable for reading aloud?
Yes. The listing presents it as suitable for reading aloud and sharing with family.
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