Books like Ms. Coco Is Loco! by Dan Gutman
During Poetry Month, Ms. Coco, the energetic director of a gifted and talented program, discovers that her love of verse can stir both laughter and tears. Known for turning everything into rhyme, she captivates students, including A.J., who wonders if their ordinary lives can return to normal.
Ms. Coco’s playful approach to teaching poetry brings a new vibrancy to the classroom, encouraging kids to express feelings, especially about subjects like sunsets and boys. Her contagious enthusiasm turns every lesson into a memorable adventure, challenging next‑generation learners to embrace the creative flow that poetry offers.
Through humor, heartfelt moments, and rhythmic dialogue, this book explores the power of language to connect, inspire, and sometimes even make teachers a little loco.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Humorous Fiction/Comedy Fiction
Authors: Dan Gutman
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