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Medal-Nominated: Fresh is a poetry collection for primary school-age children, nominated for the Carnegie Medal for Writing. Its poems range from nature and starting over to feelings, friendship and wellbeing, with black-and-white illustrations by Chris Riddell.
At a glance
- Poems explore starting over, the natural world, expressing feelings and kindness.
- Some poems address shifting friendships, sadness, loss, worry and feeling left out.
- Includes black-and-white illustrations by Chris Riddell.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Covers a broad mix of playful subjects and emotional themes, giving families and educators varied topics to explore together.
- The listed age range is 7–10 years, and the collection is 96 pages long.
Technical specifications
10 specifications| Publisher | Firefly Press Ltd |
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| Publication date | 9 April 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 96 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1917718225 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1917718226 |
| Reading age | 7 - 10 years |
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| Grade level | 2 - 5 |
| Weight listed | 98 g |
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| Dimensions | 12.7 x 0.76 x 19.69 cm |
What to know before buying
- The listing presents wellbeing-related themes alongside lighter subjects. Consider whether its references to sadness, loss, worry and exclusion suit the intended reader.
Who is it for?
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Frequently asked questions
What subjects do the poems cover?
The listing describes poems about starting over, nature, expressing feelings and kindness, as well as friendship changes, sadness, loss, worry and being left out.
Who is the book intended for?
The listed reading age is 7–10 years, with a grade level of 2–5.
Does the book include illustrations?
Yes. The listing says it has black-and-white illustrations by Chris Riddell.
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