"When I Was A Kid A Book of Verse" is a brief collection of illustrated short poems that allows the reader to grasp the meaning of each story in a small amount of words. The stories target readers of all ages, from a grandparent who enjoys reading to a grandchild before a nap, to an adult who reminisces the past, or to adolescents who might gain from some of life's little lessons The artwork is whimsical, nostalgic, and colorfully presented. The illustrations blend perfectly with the stories to tie them together, reflecting on what was once good, simple, and fun loving. These are the things we, as kids, grew up enjoying. Grandparents have a hard time explaining to today's kids just how much fun it was growing up as baby boomers. Everything was so innocent back then. We were all "free-range" kids Depending on the person reading the stories, the potential to laugh, cry, or be reminded of simpler times are all possibilities