Gold and Glitter is a poetry book for young adults.  The book offers a variety of different forms of poems written by award winning teacher, Ana Monnar.  A glossary of poetic terms is provided to use as a simple guide.  Websites to surf are also made available to aid the learners. 

E.S.E. students from Gifted, L.D., E.H. and other exceptionalities, as well as regular education and E.S.O.L. young adults are encouraged to improve reading and writing achievement.  Gold and Glitter is a tool for advantaged and disadvantaged learners.  All students need to meet goals and expectations.  Academic standards are relevant to human beings regardless of wealth, poverty, ethnicity or creed.