Wise Up! Wise Down!: A Poetic Conversation

by JonArno Lawson and John Agard

Funny, thought-provoking, and bursting with curiosity, Wise Up Wise Down is a lively conversation between two internationally known poets, illustrated by acclaimed artist Satoshi Kitamura.

How can laughter be more powerful than a sword? Why do days have names but not weeks? And do pigeons ever get a craving for cake? Two friends, esteemed poets John Agard and JonArno Lawson, take us on an inspiring, hilarious, and wondrous journey...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1536238996
• ISBN13: 9781536238990
• Release Date: March 2025
• Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7