Poetry - Kids Fiction

Little Miss Muffet was not frightened away as many have been led to believe. The real story of Little Miss Muffet is a display of an already-existing relationship between the spider and Miss Muffet. Through a short contentious conversation, the spider and Miss Muffet...

Discover the joy of poetry in this simple introduction to Emily Dickinson, celebrating the power of hope perched within and the promise of sunnier days. Emily Dickinson's beloved poem "Hope is the thing with feathers" takes flight in Tatyana Feeney's beautifully illustrated adaptation, reminding...

Under the cloak of night, a symphony of sound can be found. Listen carefully to the mysterious sounds outside your bedroom window. A hidden world of sound will reveal itself. From a powerful gust of wind to the distant shriek of bats, nature performs...

A Child's Garden of Verses is an imagination-catching book that is perfect for children of all ages. This book features 16 engaging rhymes from the iconic writer, Robert Louis Stevenson, that will capture not only the reader's ears, but their hearts. With topics that...

There's something exciting and satisfying about collecting the year's work, alongside the best from our excellent young bloggers, into one fat tome. Alone, each issue seems small. Together, they are big enough to be a doorstop. You can think of the making of the...

A Child's Garden of Verses is an imagination-catching book that is perfect for children of all ages. This book features 16 engaging rhymes from the iconic writer, Robert Louis Stevenson, that will capture not only the reader's ears, but their hearts. With topics that...

Laughing Elephant's sturdy, shaped board book is the only collection of Mother Goose classics you'll ever need. With charming vintage pictures, easy-to-read bold type, and quality craftsmanship, this book is perfect for young readers. This version boasts classic, full-page illustrations by great classic illustrators....

Miniscule horses and wet doggy kisses, Upchucking houses and jumbo catfishes, Guitar-playing turtles and trips to the moon, Dog slobber, headstands, and things that go vrooom!!!This whimsical and witty collection from poet Marshall Silverman is chock-full of rhyme, silly puns, and clever word play,...

I picked out the title for this book because I wanted it to be fun and lighthearted.Author: Kathleen DoxsieISBN-10: 8886851030ISBN-13: 9798886851038Publisher: Christian Faith PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/12/2023Pages: 18Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.10lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.05d

As a grandmother (Nana) to a very bright, very observant six-year-old grandson, I have been awarded the privilege of seeing life again through the eyes of a child. When he was a bit younger, I asked him, Wheres the moon, Jasper? He would point...

After the circus has left town, children reflect back on what all they saw while the circus was in town. Their memories include everything from the elephants raising the big top tent to all acts they saw performed inside the three big rings. They...

Mother Goose herself invites kids to come out to play with all their favorite nursery rhyme characters in this popular Mother Goose rhyme. Girls and boys, come out to play, The moon doth shine as bright as day. Parents looking for bedtime stories with...

"A poetry-filled graphic novel that is powerful in its simplicity." ―Publishers Weekly, Starred Review "Personal but personable, too, with glints of quiet humor." ―Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review "Poetry Comics is . . . a sensorial experience that taps into what it means to be...

Under the cloak of night, a symphony of sound can be found. Listen carefully to the mysterious sounds outside your bedroom window. A hidden world of sound will reveal itself. From a powerful gust of wind to the distant shriek of bats, nature performs...

You better watch out, you better not...what?! Laugh it up with Santa as he shares some of his funniest (and oddest) letters from children sent straight to the North Pole! Perhaps these letters should have stayed next to the fireplace near a plate of...

From bestselling author Ruth Forman and Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award Honoree Raissa Figueroa comes a lyrical and vibrant picture book honoring the love and bond that exists between family and child even in complicated times. Told from Nana's point of view, this simple,...

A forest full of surprises. A dog who never turns down adventure. What will happen during his day in the woods?Arthur and his kitten have their ears pricked for the next big thing. So when they get the chance to head off on a...

Mr. Chadwick Martin McFerd lives in a house full of pets.A fat checkered cat clutching a pail?A purple-striped bird chasing a speedy pink polka-dot mouse?Mr. McFerd's unruly pets wreak havoc in his peaceful home, but will this mild-mannered man stop the animals from ransacking...

Experience the magic of the classic poem The Night Before Christmas in this special keepsake edition. First published in 1823, Clement C. Moore's iconic tale of Santa's Christmas Eve journey has enchanted families for generations. This deluxe edition brings the beloved poem to life...

Classic glazed, chocolate with sprinkles, cream-filled--we all have our go-to doughnuts that we pick to make the perfect dozen. But what about God's box of doughnuts? Does He just pick and choose His favorite? Fried to perfection, topped with just the right amount of...

Mr. Chadwick Martin McFerd lives in a house full of pets.A fat checkered cat clutching a pail?A purple-striped bird chasing a speedy pink polka-dot mouse?Mr. McFerd's unruly pets wreak havoc in his peaceful home, but will this mild-mannered man stop the animals from ransacking...

This classic retelling of the Night Before Christmas comes complete with a glittery cover and a detachable, glittery Christmas tree ornament!Author: Ted RandISBN-10: 0735840997ISBN-13: 9780735840997Publisher: Northsouth BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/01/2012Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.68lbsSize: 13.15h x 14.06w x 0.76dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 4.3Point Value: 0.5Interest Level: Lower...

Maggie Smith, bestselling author of the viral poem "Good Bones" and the memoir You Could Make This Place Beautiful, delivers a lyrical and reassuring picture book perfect for calming active minds at bedtime (or anytime). A Today Show Spring Pick!At bedtime, when lights go...

Fifteen poems explore close encounters with animals ... and choosing to respond tenderly. Whether it's helping a hummingbird escape, respecting a bear's habitat, admiring a heron's beauty, or giving way to ants at a picnic, the human response in these poems is to do...

Forwards Always is a collection of poems to be read aloud with friends and loved ones.You may need to practice certain poems more than once before you get the hang of them, as you would dancing the rumba or making pancakes. Play with the...

A Shakespearean sonnet as a picture book?Children love rhyme and rhythm...so why not rhyme in a sonnet? This story about being brave enough to make a change is short and sweet (140 syllables to be exact). Using the sonnet structure, Dizzy, a carousel horse,...

Do you ever wonder what could happen if we all hid away? If we stayed in, we just might see ... the animals come out! A delightful series of poems describes the many animals that emerge from the woods, the hills and the skies...

Have you ever known a stuffed animal?I know several. The animals I know are very special, for if you stop for a moment, listen to them, and use your imagination, you may just find that they can speak.Join the ten animals--Lammy, Fleece, Penny, Prince,...

Have you ever known a stuffed animal?I know several. The animals I know are very special, for if you stop for a moment, listen to them, and use your imagination, you may just find that they can speak.Join the ten animals--Lammy, Fleece, Penny, Prince,...

You and your children will love this rendition of Beauty and the Beast. With over 80 beautiful illustrations that are perfect for colouring in, this book is sure to inspire creativity as you read along. This soft rhyming book also makes for the perfect...

Oswald, the world's most famous boy detective, is in Greece. He must make a perilous journey to rescue his little sister, LilyBaby. Guided by Mr. Beku, a strange half-man, half-toad creature, Oswald meets fantastic Greek heroes and faces man-eating monsters.Author: Oswald St BenedictISBN-10: 1633374084ISBN-13:...

Ask Uncle Jack is a heartwarming book about a centenarian who shares his wisdom about the importance of nature and kindness. Uncle Jack was born in 1923 and reminds us that no matter where we are in the world, nature is always nearby and...

Award-Winning Book for Kids on Animals ...It's cool for kids to learn about common and uncommon animals ... The Alphabet Menagerie... It's Really Cool to be a Critter entertains and educates with humor and clever rhyme. The verses are fun to read aloud and...

From the "Living Through Your Imagination" series comes "Surfing Through The Winds Of Paradise" To have hope in tough situations can sometimes be hard. Regardless, we should always keep a hold of it In this book, we search through the topic and effects of...

Begin your new construction with twenty-six letters... Where would a sentence be without words? And what's a word without letters? Just like when constructing a building, you have to build your words from the ground up Foreman Kurt Cyrus brings architect Ann Whitford Paul's...

It's a poetic and artistic book of 26 kids-named from A-Z. Each kid is unique. Each has strengths and dreams. Each has fears and insecurities. Fortunately, all the kids offer a positive path, despite various starting points and various hurdles.Author: John NiemanISBN-10: 1961416409ISBN-13: 9781961416406Publisher:...

Join Lilly on her daily stroll around the neighborhood, where she experiences nature and traffic.Lilly will show your child how to stay safe while going on a walk and see what she encounters on the way to the purple house.* * *six kids -...

This book is full of playful rhymesOf feline friends, ones most sublimeYoung readers, have a lovely timeWith Some Cats Hide in Boxes!Author: Laura ShentonISBN-10: 1913779831ISBN-13: 9781913779832Publisher: Iridescent Toad PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/22/2022Pages: 30Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.18lbsSize: 8.00h x 8.00w x 0.08d

Reading poetry is a therapeutic and magical way to connect with children, regardless of whether it is at bedtime, during special moments or on rainy days. Poetry reading can be both nourishing and healing to a child whilst helping them cope with difficult emotions....

Learn all about Kwanzaa in this holiday addition to the Night Before series. It's the night before Kwanzaa, and a little boy is excited to spend it with his family. Every evening, they light a candle, learn about their history, and more! Celebrate Kwanzaa...

From acclaimed author Muon Thi Van comes an innovative exploration of a butterfly's life cycle -- in reverse. "If you want to be a butterfly, then arise, unfurl and welcome the waiting world," the narrator of this playful book begins. Readers will flit from...

Most notable among prolific English satirist Hilaire Belloc's writings are the sharp and clever admonishments he composed for children. Collected here, these short, funny pieces offer moral instruction for all types of mischief makers-from a certain young Jim, "who ran away from his nurse...

Little ones can end their day with this beautifully illustrated collection of bedtime nursery rhymes and soothing lullabies, now in board book format! A variety of bedtime rhymes and lullabies are included in this beautiful collection, now in board book format! "Star Light, Star...

This anthology is a collection of the early works of international speaker and award-winning poet Brod Bagert. Classic poems from If Only I Could Fly, Let Me Be the Boss, The Gooch Machine, Chicken Socks, and Elephant Games come to life for a whole...

Not far to go now, old cow, old cow... After a long day in the saddle, it's only after all the animals are taken care of that the weary ringer can rest.A poem for the very young, this book was written by Jet Jones...

Award-winning poet Nikki Grimes presents a tender poetry collection where a young girl learns about her mother, the child of an Air Force serviceman.During a visit to her grandma's house, a young girl discovers a box of poems in the attic, poems written by...

Santa is a Polar Bear and he's visiting some penguins in their ice house. They've hung up their stockings and are awaiting their gifts. A wonderful re-imagining of the famous Christmas poem by new author-illustrator Ben Kirchner.Author: Ben KirchnerISBN-10: 1914912888ISBN-13: 9781914912887Publisher: Boxer BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

A child is bursting with gratitude for all that the day has brought in this love letter to the natural world. Thank You, Day! is a perfect rhyming, read-aloud picture book by songwriter Charlie Hopper and award-winning illustrator Penelope Dullaghan. Let's hear it for...

In this rhyming read-aloud, a young boy discovers the alphabet and all the friends that comes with it. A new letter is revealed at every turn, accompanied by its guests, who are responsible for creating quite a mess. Join in an alphabet adventure bursting...

Award-winning author S. Alston introduces "The Greatest Lesson," a modern fable that will inspire and delight children of all ages. Readers' Favorite 5-star review: "This is a great story to help young readers build their confidence and respect themselves so that they can respect...