Biographical information on Shel Silverstein

Download and print out this one page summary of Silverstein's work and life.

Web Quest Worksheet and Grading Rubric

Download this great web quest worksheet that introduces students to Silverstein's life and work, including selection of a poem and writing a review and opinion.
The accompanying grading rubric provides clear details to guide students in their work.

Links

"I love Shel Silverstein. . ."
Amanda's beautifully designed web page tells about her journey, from the age of 5 until her completion of this academic project, into the world of Shel Silverstein. Complete with site map, sound file, images, analysis of literary themes in Silverstein's works, links and more.
A good sample web page for any student.

Poetry Exhibits: Shel Silverstein
Poets.org biography of Silverstein with link to NYTimes obituary, including author's reading of work and slide show (poems and illustrations). The link requires membership (free!) into the site, and is well worth the sign-up time.

Shel Silverstein (1932-1999)
Index to Internet Sites: Children's and Young Adult's Authors and Illustrators is chock full of information, resources and tips for teaching lit, including this page with biographical information on Silverstein, his on-line poems, links and lesson plans.

Weekly Poem: Where the Sidewalk Ends--Shel Silverstein
Illustrated poem, questions and links

Favorite poems by Shel Silverstein
Poems and links to more

Where the Sidewalk Ends by Sehl Silverstein
More poems from this volume

A Light in the Attic by Shel Silverstein

Shel Silverstein--Not just a "Children's Author"
Another side to Silverstein, for the grown-up kids among us.

"Shel Silverstein's friends plan tribute"
Short Reuter News obituary.