Michael Rosen was born in 1946 in North London. One of the best-known figures in the children's book world, he is renowned for his work as a poet, performer, broadcaster and scriptwriter. As an author and by selecting other writers’ works for anthologies he has been involved with over 140 books. He lectures and teaches in universities on children’s literature, reading and writing. Michael is a familiar voice to BBC listeners and is currently presenting Word of Mouth, the magazine programme that looks at the English language and the way we use it. He visits schools with his one-man show to enthuse children with his passion for books and poetry. He was one of the first poets to make visits to schools throughout the UK and has also visited schools throughout the world. Read more...
Updated 2nd July 2010
For teachers in London, please take a look at the Perform-a-poem web-pages on the London Grid for Learning site. This is where you can upload your pupils’ poetry performances in an ‘esafe’ environment. Take a look here.

Read more News For Adults here...
A section where you will find articles about Michael Rosen.
A section where you will find articles by Michael Rosen.
A selection of Videos and Podcasts For Adults.
A selection of resources and articles aimed at Teachers. Vist my For Teachers section.
The Children’s Laureate website.
My Laureate Logs.

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For all bookings for live shows, readings, recitals and appearances in schools, libraries, colleges, book festivals etc please contact Jan or Kate at: jan@speakingofbooks.co.uk
For all media appearances (TV, radio etc) or anything to do with my publications (books, rights etc) please contact my agent, email Katy Jones at: kjones@unitedagents.co.uk
For something personal you can email me at: michael@michaelrosen.co.uk
PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT ME OR KATY JONES FOR LIVE APPEARANCES IN SCHOOLS ETC
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Red Ted and the Lost Things

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