Book Series · 2 Books

Puffin Poetry Books

In order from Centrally Heated Knickers to The Bee's Knees.

The Puffin Poetry series is a set of 2 chapter books by Michael Rosen and Roger McGough, published between 2000 and 2003. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 150 pages.

Centrally Heated Knickers
The Bee's Knees
Centrally Heated Knickers
Centrally Heated Knickers
The Bee's Knees
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Centrally Heated Knickers
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$1299
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 9–11 · 2000

Centrally Heated Knickers

By Michael Rosen, Harry Horse (Illustrator)

Explore quirky poems on science with martians and odd inventions.

150 pages
Paperback
Summary: Dive into a whimsical collection of 100 poems where science meets the absurd. Encounter martians, woolly saucepans, and centrally heated knickers as each verse playfully challenges the boundaries of technology and imagination. What strange discoveries await in this delightfully irreverent world?
The complete set

Puffin Poetry Series

2 books · Published 2000–2003

The Bee's Knees
Series
Sale price
$1100

The Bee's Knees

Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2003

Discover a world of narrative poems and sharp insights.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Puffin Poetry series?

There are 2 books in the Puffin Poetry series. It began with Centrally Heated Knickers in 2000, and the newest book, The Bee's Knees, was published in 2003.

What ages are the Puffin Poetry books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The people who bring Puffin Poetry to life.

01

Michael Rosen

Author
MR
02

Harry Horse

Illustrator
HH
03

Roger McGough

Author
RM
04

Helen Stephens

Illustrator
HS

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