Poetry - Kids

Author: Suzanne SladeISBN-10: 1682637344ISBN-13: 9781682637340Publisher: Peachtree PublishersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/08/2025Pages: 40Format: HardcoverReview Citation(s): Kirkus Reviews 02/01/2025

A seed waits patiently until it is time to sprout--and as this milkweed transforms from seed to plant, so too does the butterfly it feeds. Award-winning author of Outside You Notice celebrates the life cycle of a milkweed, from seed to new buds to...

A poetic introduction to a distinctive island ecosystem that is home to many species found nowhere else on Earth. Using the same poetry/science note format as Serengeti, Gal?pagos tells the complex story of a young volcanic ecosystem influenced by seasonal ocean currents, where food...

Author: Rose CobdenISBN-10: 0241559030ISBN-13: 9780241559031Publisher: LadybirdLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/09/2024Pages: 18Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.82lbsSize: 7.80h x 8.20w x 0.60d

Rhyme Time is a book of humorous rhyming poems that each tell a story, a lesson, or present something to ponder. The book includes eight stories: How the Earth became round - a pirate thinks the Earth is flat, only to be visited by...

In this collection of poems that's a science, poetry, and adventure story all rolled into one, noted children's poet Jane Yolen takes readers on an expedition underground. This thought-provoking collection will evoke a sense of wonder and awe in readers, as they discover the...

Welcome to a marvelous almanac of E. E. Cummings's poetry, from the showers, puddles, and birdsong of spring to the beaches and sun of summer, Halloween, November sunsets, snowfalls, and little silent Christmas trees. Now published as the first-ever picture book collection of Cummings's...

It seems that every kid goes through a "bug" phase. When your child or classroom can't resist collecting caterpillars, ladybugs, and crickets, this collection of poems makes a fun and educational companion. This book contains 31 poems and nursery rhymes that are perfect for...

Motivational Poems for Kids is a vibrant collection designed to inspire and uplift young readers through the power of poetry. This book weaves together imaginative tales and heartfelt verses, aiming to foster courage, creativity, and kindness in children. Each poem is crafted to spark...

North American Birds In this book, the author will bring you on an imagination tour to identify a series of North American Birds.Young children will learn to use their imagination to identify birds in a fun way.Written in English, Traditional Chinese and Pinyin.Amazing pictures...

Judy Mastrangelo's enchanting and colorful paintings beautifully depict this collection of famous and well loved sleepy time poems, written by talented authors of the past. Several of these "Lullaby Poems" have familiar melodies which can be sung. You may also enjoy creating your own...

"Longfellow's magnificent poems have resonated for decades with readers young and old from all walks of life across the nation. Carlson and Hughes present the story of his fascinating and inspiring life and legacy with great skill. Their insights will be of interest to...

Preschool is that period of childhood when everything is either black, or white, a time of Santa Claus and the Easter Bunny, and the grey area hasn't yet begun. It's that last true age of innocence when mom and dad are the good guys,...

Author: Andrea VoonISBN-10: 1998856593ISBN-13: 9781998856596Publisher: Hei Greenhouse StudioLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/30/2025Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.22lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.08d

Author: Kassi YdrisISBN-10: 1514408813ISBN-13: 9781514408810Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/03/2015Pages: 260Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.18lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d

When two siblings head outdoors on a nighttime hike, they experience the awe-inspiring wonders that take place in the natural world when most people are sleeping. From the night sky with its glorious celestial displays to the nocturnal insects and animals that only venture...

Look up High! Jet planes fly.How? Where? Look up there!The jet plane soars across the sky.Helicopters, gliders, and planes--oh my! Preschoolers never get tired of cool flying machines. Indulge their love for things with wings (and a few without) with bright photographs and jaunty...

This fun, informational picture book expertly pairs poetry and science to explain how a cloud experiences the water cycle.Here's an innovative story about the water cycle - told by a cloud! The cloud describes the process in lyrical prose, complemented by side commentary from...

From the swooping bat to the buzzing honeybee, kids will delight in learning about the many wondrous wings of our world in this nonfiction picture book guessing game from critically acclaimed creators Rebecca E. Hirsch and Sally Soweol Han Wings can soar and wings...

Your child will love to read or have this book read to them while learning in the process. There are 8 poems inspired by God and 8 illustrations to look at and talk about. The Square Building is an inspirational book of poems written...

Whispers of the Heart' is a poignant and intimate collection of poetry that explores the complex themes of love, loss, and the journey of life. Through its emotive language and evocative imagery, this book delves into the depths of the human heart, capturing the...

Perfect for small hands, this mini-hardback book is a playful introduction to shapes. The newest in the Little Books for Little Hands series sees Katja Spitzer's quirky illustrations taking a joyful trip to the beach to teach young children the simple vocabulary of the...

Dear BYG (Black Young Gifted) Kid... was originally written as a poem to encourage young Black children to love themselves and embrace who God created them to be. This book includes a list of daily affirmations that will reinforce a positive self-image. BYG kids...

Celebrate 100 years of Langston Hughes's powerful poetry. A Coretta Scott King Honor Award recipient, Poetry for Young People: Langston Hughes includes 26 of the poet's most influential pieces, including: "Mother to Son"; "My People"; "Words Like Freedom"; "I, Too"; and "The Negro Speaks...

Slam poetry is meant to be heard! Read about how the style started and how people are using it to say what they think and feel. Will you try to write a slam poem? This nonfiction book includes important text features such as a...

Avez-vous d?j? entendu parler du Bataillon Noir?Il n'est jamais trop tard pour d?couvrir l'existence du 2e Bataillon de construction, aussi appel? le Bataillon Noir. Durant la Premi?re Guerre mondiale, comme tant de jeunes gens courageux, de nombreux hommes Noirs ont voulu s'enr?ler, mais pour...

Make sure your children are inspired to dream This is the endearing and true story of a young girl who couldn't understand why she wasn't able to take the bus to school. A great conversational story for young and old about how the dreams...

A haiku is a type of poetry that follows a pattern. Haiku started in Japan and has become popular around the world. Learn more about why people love to read and write in patterns. Try to create your own haiku, too! This full-color nonfiction...

Illus. in black-and-white. This classic collection of poetry is available in a handsome new gift edition that includes seven additional poems written after "The Dream Keeper" was first published. In a larger format, featuring Brian Pinkney's scratchboard art on every spread, Hughes's inspirational message...

Author: Shakir RobinsonISBN-10: 1639600434ISBN-13: 9781639600434Publisher: Pen2pad InkLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/04/2024Pages: 30Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 8.00h x 8.00w x 0.25d

Discover the magic within with Melanin Magic, a captivating collection of poetry affirmations for African American children. Written by Zakara Jena, these delightful rhymes encourage young readers to embrace their heritage, celebrate their uniqueness, and unlock their boundless potential. By reading a poem a...

Author: Samuel Jennings VinsonISBN-13: 9798990702448Publisher: R & Stone House PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/15/2024Pages: 104Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.05lbsSize: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.44dReview Citation(s): Kirkus Reviews 10/01/2024

When I was a child, I was told of a place of beauty and magic, fondly dubbed The Magic Forest. It was full of an entirely colorful cast of characters, fairies, creatures, animals, events that shaped their lives, and how they look out for...

Crazy Mayonnaisy Mum is packed with all sorts of poems and rhymes including a sequence of number rhymes, action rhymes, noisy rhymes, and more thoughtful pieces, too. A real joy. Noisy Garden If tigerlilies and dandelions growled, And cowslips mooed, and dogroses howled, And...

Author: Gk Chesterton, Christina RossettiISBN-10: 1600201415ISBN-13: 9781600201417Publisher: Libertas KidsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/07/2024Pages: 22Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.15lbsSize: 8.00h x 8.00w x 0.06d

While Karter and I were trying to come up with a title for this book, I must admit it was fun to see what he could come up with. We were tossing around titles, and I finally said, "Karter, what about, "The Person who...

A young child observes and admires a friendly ruby-throated hummingbird in this poetic love letter to the smallest birds in the world. A perfect rhyming and informative picture book about hummingbirds for curious 4-7-year-old backyard birders. Little Hummer, nectar lover, How you swoop and...

This book has 50 poems written in Spanish with an English translation beside each one.Every poem has one stanza of six lines. The rhyme is very simple, AA, BB, CC. The reason to write this short book is that some people told me that...

Rise and Shine, Dear Heart is an inspirational poem in the form of a children's book. It provides encouragement to young girls while showcasing a variety of skin tones, shapes and sizes. Rise and Shine, Dear Heart also highlights the need for self love,...

- An in-depth critical portrait of an essential writer presented in a historical context- A useful chronology- An introduction by Harold Bloom.Author: Harold BloomISBN-10: 1604134275ISBN-13: 9781604134278Publisher: Chelsea House PublicationsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/01/2009Pages: 338Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.40lbsSize: 9.30h x 6.30w x 0.90d

Author: Robert KayekISBN-10: 1499056753ISBN-13: 9781499056754Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/31/2014Pages: 26Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.15lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.07d

This book is the emotional ups and downs of a adolescents teen navigating his emotions as he goes through the day to day life of growing up and facing trauma, death, heartbreak, anxiety and many more. its straight from the heart and very relatable...

The Drakoo is a collection of children's poetry written by two elementary school girls.Meet the Drakoo, go for a swim, fly a kite, and enjoy the minds of two school aged sisters as they use their wonderful collection of poetry to explore the world...

A book of poetry inspired by the authors' children. These poems will address the various joys and challenges of children's lives and their growing up.Author: Shindana L. FeaginsISBN-10: 1453892648ISBN-13: 9781453892640Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/31/2011Pages: 28Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.17lbsSize: 10.00h x 8.00w x 0.07d

Not every child - or adult - is comfortable expressing their emotions. The simplistic words of the story are enchantingly depicted by Fajardo's evocative and soulful illustrations. For those who struggle with their emotions, or for anyone who resonates with another in the silences...

This poem with vibrant and colorful illustrations opens a conversation with young readers about family bonds and the lasting impacts of war. Anyone who has had to leave "home" and readers who loved the author's picture book collaboration with Innosanto Nagara, Together, will want...

An acclaimed anthology receives a new design and cover! Award-winning writer, historian, and civil rights activist Dr. Maya Angelou is a true American icon. Twenty-five of her finest poems capture a range of emotions and experiences, from the playful "Harlem Hopscotch" to the prideful...

Harvest is coming. Sow, water, and nurture.In time, growth will come, Bringing healing, forgiveness, and joy.Once again, truth will shine brightly, As daylight breaks through the dark, Leading us to a futureOf hopeful anticipation.In this gorgeously illustrated book of poetry, Dr. Frank Clark encourages...

From Charles R. Smith Jr., with striking artwork by Adrian Brandon, comes an exuberant collection of poems honoring a dozen outstanding baseball stars from the Negro leagues. Ladies and gentlemen, the man you came to see, strolling onto the fieldcooland confidently . . ....

Author: Adrika MukherjeeISBN-10: 1787960730ISBN-13: 9781787960732Publisher: Olympia PublishersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/28/2024Pages: 42Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.14lbsSize: 8.25h x 5.50w x 0.10d