Upon My Window Pane
Fear...there are some who believe it is a naturally ingrained human emotion. Then there are those who believe it is a learned behavior.But what if there was a third alternative? What if...fear were a choice?That very premise is posed within the pages of this book, 'Upon My Windowpane, ' in which a young boy is awoken in the niddle of a stormy night by a foreboding scratching noise at his window. Because he cannot see the source of this unsettling disturbance through a heavily drawn curtain, he decides he must take action, leaving the warm safety of his bed in order to find answers...from the other 'residents' in his bedroom.
Popcorn
This book is for any adult who reads to a child below reading age, when both have tired of traditional nursery rhymes. The words and pictures will stimulate discussion and conversations between adult and child. It is also the author's hope that his appalling jokes will raise a smile from the adults.
Limelight
From thirteen-year-old award-winning slam poet Solli Raphael comes Limelight, an extraordinary book that showcases that age is no barrier to creating poetry that inspires social change and positive action. Limelight is a unique collection of slam poetry paired with inspirational writing techniques. With over 30 original poems in different forms, Raphael's work tackles current social concerns for his generation, such as sustainability and social equality, all while amplifying his uplifting message of hope. Solli's book also contains 5 chapters on how to write and read poetry, how to manage stage fright and writer's block, and encouraging tips on how we can all make tomorrow better than today. As a voice of his generation, and at a time when youth movements worldwide hold much importance, Raphael is taking on the world...one word at a time. The future needs you and meto create equalityacross all levelsof humanity -Solli
Fractures in a Glass Mind
If I wrote down what was in my mind Would you read it? Would you learn from it? Would it inspire in you, the same thing that it inspires in me? I will not claim to be transparent, But I will claim to house a mind that is made of glass. Brittle, fragile glass, Housed in a body that refuses to give in. It is this relationship that allows me to write down what is inside of me. It is this relationship, that I give to you, So that one day, you may realize, That even if you are fractured, You will never be broken. In FRACTURES IN A GLASS MIND, Poet Nicholas Sparkman uses an alluring voice with a subtle, soft-spoken delivery to explore the relationship between physical, intellectual, and emotional-body, mind, and soul. He offers this careful balance to you, dear reader, in hopes that you will be at peace while you reassess your greatest struggles.
One Can See Differently by E. C.
A journal of my life this year as I go about my life to church, to work, to teaching, to play, and to visiting friends. The first chapter is a story of the spring. The second chapter is like a sketchbook or a glimpse into a journal. There are reflections and prayers and wishes. The ideas from church are ideas I heard from the priests. It is really paraphrased versus a direct quotation. And some of the biblical quotes I used are used in the poem I wrote. Also, a picture is worth a thousand words, and a part of my book is the pictures I submitted. They help to illustrate and develop the book. The second chapter is about the summer of 2018 and about some of the things I went through. Still in my book, I am hoping it is pleasing to God. I hope it loves God. I hope it helps bring God's love to others.
Just Wondering
Why do crabs walk sideways? Does hammering cinnamon sticks cause hunger? Can geometry carry you to outer space? Why's there a hideout built into a restaurant wall? What should you do if a baseball bat flies toward your head? What can you hear in a totally silent room?Just Wondering--40 Poems for Smart Kids (You) is for students ages 9-12 who enjoy thinking. Some of the poems are serious, some light. Some rhyme, and some don't. All forty assume that kids think widely and intelligently. Vivid, witty illustrations accompany every poem.The poems' topics include DNA pasta, ice-skating ancestors, acrobatic raisins, messy rooms, poison ivy, wingless flying, talking silverware, things that never happened, rooftop lookouts, and many others, from these categories: People I (Might) Know Science, Math, and Food Outdoor Adventures My Room Thinking and Wondering And for kids who hate poetry, there's a final poem, "A Poem Is a Horrid Thing." Just Wondering--40 Poems for Smart Kids (You) is lively, challenging, and fun for smart kids everywhere.
Zack Had Our Back
In the delightful picture book, Zack had our Back, a young girl and her mother encounter a homeless veteran who is a scary apparition on the streets of their home. They learn an important lesson about judgement, however, when the encounter takes an unexpected turn for the better. Zack had our Back is about the toxicity of misperception. It is a simple book for children about the sacrifice of war and the lessons we can take from it.
Zack Had Our Back
In the delightful picture book, Zack had our Back, a young girl and her mother encounter a homeless veteran who is a scary apparition on the streets of their home. They learn an important lesson about judgement, however, when the encounter takes an unexpected turn for the better. Zack had our Back is about the toxicity of misperception. It is a simple book for children about the sacrifice of war and the lessons we can take from it.
Sing a Song of Seasons
Sing a Song of Seasons is a lavishly illustrated collection of 366 nature poems -- one for every day of the year. Filled with familiar favorites and new discoveries written by a wide variety of poets, including William Shakespeare, Emily Dickinson, John Updike, Langston Hughes, N. M. Bodecker, Okamoto Kanoko, and many more, this is the perfect book for children (and grown-ups!) to share at the beginning or the end of the day.
Beware of Dog
These are story poems that will make you laugh, scratch your head, and maybe shed a tear. School kids will discover a mirror image of their lives in these poems, both wonderful and scary. For parents or teachers, each poem is a great entryway to life lessons.
The Panda is Fat
A book by pandaIs filled with many haikusDon't be too impressed Throughout history, countless poems have been written about life's most important issues. But how many of those have been written by pandas? Probably not a lot, but there's enough to fill up this book. With over 40 illustrated haikus packed with the wisdom of a fortune cookie, this is a book children and adults can find enlightenment, or at the very least a good laugh. Featuring the punching panda and his friend the red panda, "The Panda is Fat" is a collection of humorous take on those important issues, namely nap time.
Moonbeam Tracks
Moonbeam Tracks is a collection of poems for children of all ages that aims to capture the imagination and enchantment of childhood. It is a set of unrelated "word pictures" with accompanying illustrations. Some of the subjects are real, while others are imaginary, but all are designed to celebrate our wonderful world and the creatures in it.
Moonbeam Tracks
Moonbeam Tracks is a collection of poems for children of all ages that aims to capture the imagination and enchantment of childhood. It is a set of unrelated "word pictures" with accompanying illustrations. Some of the subjects are real, while others are imaginary, but all are designed to celebrate our wonderful world and the creatures in it.
Andile to Zandile
This book is a delightful collection of poems from A to Z, giving children of all ages and their parents a fresh and amusing look at the animals, birds, fish, and creatures of Africa.
Giants of the North
A dark power is sweeping across the land.Our lone hero hears of a strange disturbance in the forests, and travels north to lend aid.What he finds there is more than he can comprehend, but is it all as it seems?A tale told in verse.
The Apple Story
Join Haakon as he searches about the farmyard for a sign of God's house-it has no windows, no doors, and a tiny little chimney. This inspiring story, coupled with charming illustrations, is sure to warm your heart. ​Be sure to have an apple ready when you read the story!
The Apple Story
Join Haakon as he searches about the farmyard for a sign of God's house--it has no windows, no doors, and a tiny little chimney. This inspiring story, coupled with charming illustrations, is sure to warm your heart. ​Be sure to have an apple ready when you read the story!
Kingdom Kids
Nursery rhymes have the power to guide and teach children in a catchy way that seems to stick with most of us, even into adulthood. In a creative collection, Shelley Vieira transforms well-known rhymes and tunes by replacing them with Christian messages and lessons. Kingdom Kids shares remixed nursery rhymes and songs that lead children on a musical journey to learn about God's truth and love for everyone.
Poems for Wee Ones
POEMS FOR WEE ONES will delight the young child in your life with its lilting verses and its charming illustrations by renowned Italian artist, Valeria Wicker. Wicker's delightful illustrations capture the essence of the poems with a freshness and originality that are unrivaled among children's illustrators. Studies have shown that reading poetry to children contributes to their healthful emotional development. Not only that, children who hear poetry from birth become earlier and better readers. Educators, especially reading specialists, and parents repeatedly attest to this fact.Another great benefit of reading poetry to your child is the bonding such reading creates between parent and child, grandparent and child, teacher and child, or caregiver and child. This bonding will go far to develop confidence and trust and build loving and lasting relationships between the generations. Moreover, the precious memories that result from reading poetry together will linger long throughout life for both reader and child.Interestingly, many people who write books today-including yours truly-testify to the power of childhood poetry in their lives and the influence it had on their taking up the pen themselves. My own father read poetry to me when I was a child. I still cherish the memories of those treasured times together. I am convinced that my father's reading of poetry to me played a predominant role in my choosing to become a poet and writer myself.So, if you want to leave a legacy to the precious children in your life, read poetry to them. And especially read POEMS FOR WEE ONES. It will definitely bless your child's soul and warm your child's heart all at the same time.
What Are Drugs?
This book provides parents with an opportunity to discuss drugs with children aged five to twelve years old.
Rise and Shine, Dear Heart
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, self care, education, happiness, and most of all fun! This book is great for children between the ages of 1-7 years old.
Hope Dream
Hope's Dream is about a nine year old girl who is frustrated because she feels powerless in the world. She wishes upon a star one night and is taken deep into the subconscious reality of her own dream. Through her dream, she finds the key that she needs to help solve her problem. She eventually realizes that the key had always been with her, she just needed to open her eyes to that reality. Hope's Dream shows readers that they, too, hold the key to their own reality. The intention of this book is to open readers' eyes to the power that each one of them holds, thus becoming masters of their own world.
Hope Dream
Hope's Dream is about a nine year old girl who is frustrated because she feels powerless in the world. She wishes upon a star one night and is taken deep into the subconscious reality of her own dream. Through her dream, she finds the key that she needs to help solve her problem. She eventually realizes that the key had always been with her, she just needed to open her eyes to that reality. Hope's Dream shows readers that they, too, hold the key to their own reality. The intention of this book is to open readers' eyes to the power that each one of them holds, thus becoming masters of their own world.
Poetry Playground
This book is a treasure chest of poetry, A Pandoras box of emotion, wonder, magic, and enchantment, A doorway to the world of the imagination.
Becoming to Being
Becoming to Being is a series of poems and accompanying illustrations that show the raw and rough side of teenage life living in a small-town suburbia and the subsequent spiritual journey. Through trauma, tragedy, and tough luck, we find gratitude, greatness, and the goodness of all. She exemplifies the empowerment of pain and emphasizes that through the greatest grief, we will find our greatest selves. Come on a journey of chaos and crying to find the future flowering on the other side. Learn about the love of everything in life even if it is not, by our definition, what we call love.
Shore Buddies
A summer's day of running barefoot in the sand and romping around the surf can easily bring new friends into our lives. Friendship happens when we are connecting with and celebrating the world around us. And what could be more worth celebrating than a beautiful beach day! With its jaunty watercolor illustrations and breezy rhymes, Shore Buddies is a soon-to-be classic for all beach-lovers and children.
Perfect Children
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 new generation of readers. Funny, thoughtful, and thoroughly entertaining!Perfect Children creates the opportunity for parent and child to join in laughter as they grow in a deeper understanding of themselves and each other. The poems, a rare combination of entertainment and life-lessons, are brought to life in the line drawings of beloved illustrator, author, and rock-musician Mike Artell.
Wild, Wild Voices
Pay heed to the everyday, for it may have something important to say...Rampant with wit and whimsy, Amy Lou Miller's spirited debut of fun, quirky rhymes explores what happens when you give a voice to the stories all around us.
Voices in the Air
"Nye once again deftly charts the world through verse."--Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"A beautifully constructed, thoughtful, and inspiring collection."--School Library Journal (starred review)Young People's Poet Laureate and National Book Award Finalist Naomi Shihab Nye's uncommon and unforgettable voice offers readers peace, humor, inspiration, and solace. This volume of almost one hundred original poems is a stunning and engaging tribute to the diverse voices past and present that comfort us, compel us, lead us, and give us hope."I think the air is full of voices. If we slow down and practice listening, we hear those voices better. They live on in us. Inspiration? We need it every day. We deserve it. It is essential, like food, water, clean air, shelter. Here are some poems celebrating the voices that have changed my life and continue to do so."--Naomi Shihab Nye, Award-winning poet and authorVoices in the Air is a collection of almost one hundred original poems written by the award-winning poet Naomi Shihab Nye in honor of the artists, writers, poets, historical figures, ordinary people, and diverse luminaries from past and present who inspire her and us. Full of words of encouragement, solace, and hope, this collection offers a message of peace and empathy.Voices in the Air focuses on the inspirational people who strengthen and motivate us to create, to open our hearts, and to live rewarding and graceful lives. With short informational bios about the influential figures behind each poem, and a transcendent introduction by the poet, this is a collection to cherish, read again and again, and share with others.Featuring black-and-white spot art throughout, as well as brief bios of the "voices," an index, and an introduction by the author.
Not Far to Go Now
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 who has spent his life in the North Queensland outback.The poem tells the story of a cattle muster, and was illustrated by artist Katie Jones.With detailed drawings of cattle, horses, dogs and children, this book is sure to appeal to lovers of the Australian outback. For urban readers, it will introduce them to a different way of life.
Life Doesn`t Frighten Me (25th Anniversary Edition)
The glorious picture book Life Doesn't Frighten Me features the work of two legendary artists--poet Maya Angelou and artist Jean Michel Basquiat--"a powerful exploration of emotion and its expression through the careful blend of words and art" (School Library Journal). Dr. Maya Angelou's unforgettable poem is matched with the daring art of Jean-Michel Basquiat in this powerful ode to courage. Shadows on the wall Noises down the hall Life doesn't frighten me at all Angelou's brave, defiant poem celebrates the courage within each of us, young and old. From the scary thought of panthers in the park to the unsettling scene of a new classroom, fearsome images are summoned and dispelled by the power of faith in ourselves. Angelou's strong words are matched by the bold vision of artist Jean-Michel Basquiat, whose style reveals the powerful emotions and fanciful imaginings of childhood. Together, Angelou's words and Basquiat's paintings create a place where every child, indeed every person, may experience their own fearlessness. This brilliant introduction to poetry and contemporary art features brief biographies of Angelou and Basquiat and an afterword from the editor, Sara Jane Boyers. A selected bibliography of Angelou's books and a selected museum listing of Basquiat's works open the door to further inspiration through the fine arts. Presented as an impassioned ode to courage, the late poet Dr. Maya Angelou's 1993 poem in this handsome anniversary edition will inspire a new generation of brave readers, no matter the challenge. Young readers will be inspired by poetry, by art, and by the tremendous talent of these two legendary creators in one beautiful picture book.
Rhymes and Good Times
Jack Phillips invites you to enjoy a copious amount of entertainment in the pages of Rhymes and Good Times 2017; utilizing rhymes based upon a boy's name or a girl's name. That capture a moment in time of an event taking place to experience a spectrum of emotions and situations. Rhymes and Good Times2017 is fun, interactive, thought provoking, and educational. It's a wonderful book to share with your family. It also makes an outstanding gift.
Moonlight Magic
Moonlight Magic is a whimsical bedtime story (written in verse) with an inspiring and hopeful message for kids ages three to six. It is time for bed and Willy Waters, the main character, wants to stay awake and play with the stars that he sees from his bedroom window. He reaches up high and realizes he can't reach the stars. His mom comes upstairs to tuck him into bed and the next thing he knows, he's reaching up to touch a star and it actually winks, smiles, and comes to his window. The star's name is Stella and she takes Willy up into the night time sky where he meets other star-friends, dances with a star-orchestra, and has a conversation with the moon. Stella eventually takes him home and he wakes up in his own bed to the smiling face of the sun. This book is written in verse, making it a great story for early readers. The illustrations are hand-drawn in crayon and colored pencil. The moral of the story is 'reach for the stars' and your dreams may come true.
Breathe and Be
I breathe slowly in, I breathe slowly out. My breath is a river of peace. I am here in the world. Each moment I can breathe and be. Hear thunder crash, feel your toes touch sand, and watch leaves drift softly away on a quiet stream. The simple poems in Breathe and Be help children learn mindfulness as they connect to the beauty of the natural world. Mindfulness teaches us how to stay calm, soothe our emotions, and appreciate the world around us. Whether we're watching tiny colored fish darting in the water or exploring the leaves, branches, and roots of a towering tree, the thoughtful words and the lovely art of Breathe and Be remind us how much joy we can find by simply living with awareness and inner peace. Ages 4-8
Robert Frost
A 2018 Notable Poetry Book for Children (National Council of Teachers of English) Poetry for Kids: Robert Frost is a collection specially curated for young readers which won't just be read, but consumed, experienced, and treasured for a lifetime. Whether capturing a cold New England winter's evening, or the beauty of an old, abandoned house, four-time Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Robert Frost left an indelible mark on our consciousness. This stunning celebration of his best-loved work includes 35 poems specially chosen for children ages 8 to 14 by author and historian Jay Parini. Illustrator Michael Paraskevas brings the poems to life with his pitch-perfect scenes, infused with majestic color and quiet simplicity. Poems include "Mending Wall," "Birches," "The Road Not Taken," "Fire and Ice," and "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening," This collection is the perfect introduction for young readers. In addition to a carefully chosen line-up of poems, Poetry for Kids: Robert Frost also includes commentary and definitions of key words for each poem, and an introduction to Frost's life. Named one of Bank Street College of Education's Best Children's Books of the Year, 2018!
Traveling the Blue Road
A 2018 Notable Poetry Book for Children (National Council of Teachers of English) Selected for Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People 2018 by NCSS-CBC, a cooperative project of the National Council for the Social Studies and the Children's Book CouncilTraveling the Blue Road is a carefully curated collection of kid-friendly poetry about the ever inspiring subject of the ocean. Themes include pilgrimages, migration, culture, and more. Prepare to be inspired by the sea with Traveling the Blue Road. This book is packed with gorgeous illustrations that surround a collection of poetry for children on the themes of the courage, beauty, and promise of sea voyages. Compiled and edited by award-winning poet Lee Bennett Hopkins, the poems describe how the sea has historically shone as a metaphor for both hope and despair, and served as a pathway for people searching for new life. Traveling the Blue Road includes poems about the pilgrims coming to the New World, the Mariel boatlift, the Vietnamese boat people, a Dutch slave ship, the current migration situation in the Mediterranean, and the voyage of the St. Louis.Contributing poets include Rebecca Kai Dotlich, Paul B. Janeczko, J. Patrick Lewis, Allan Wolf, Marilyn Nelson, Denver Butson, Georgia Heard, Jane Yolen, Naomi Shihab Nye, and G. Neri, and Margarita Engle, the recently named Young People's Poet Laureate. Named one of Bank Street College of Education's Best Children's Books of the Year, 2018!
That Is My Dream!
"Dream Variation," one of Langston Hughes's most celebrated poems, about the dream of a world free of discrimination and racial prejudice, is now a picture book stunningly illustrated by Daniel Miyares, the acclaimed creator of Float. To fling my arms wide In some place of the sun, To whirl and to dance Till the white day is done.... Langston Hughes's inspiring and timeless message of pride, joy, and the dream of a better life is brilliantly and beautifully interpreted in Daniel Miyares's gorgeous artwork. Follow one African-American boy through the course of his day as the harsh reality of segregation and racial prejudice comes into vivid focus. But the boy dreams of a different life--one full of freedom, hope, and wild possibility, where he can fling his arms wide in the face of the sun. Hughes's powerful vision, brought joyously to life by Daniel Miyares, is as relevant--and necessary--today as when it was first written.
Tuck In Tango
Tuck in Tango is a book of Children's poetry celebrating kids being kids. Kicking off their blankets, playing in forts, chewing with their mouths open, trying to give the dog a bath, bathing an energetic teddy bear and even an occasional fight. There's never a dull moment with kids around! With colorful, expressive illustrations and simple words for younger readers, children will want to read these poems over and over!
Runny Babbit Returns
An Amazon Best Book of 2017 * A Barnes & Noble Best Book of 2017 * A NCTE 2018 Notable Poetry BookRunny Babbit, the lovable star of Shel Silverstein's New York Times bestselling poetry book, is back in this instant New York Times bestseller! Runny Babbit Returns, a collection of 41 never-before-published poems and drawings, features Runny and other woodland characters who speak a topsy-turvy language all their own.This carefully compiled work from the Silverstein archives is filled with spoonerism poems that are both playful and poignant. With tongue-twisting word play and uproarious characters, the endearingly befuddled Runny Babbit and his friends embody Shel Silverstein's singular style, the one we all know and love. Fans of all ages won't want to miss their chance to follow their favorite Runny in this New York Times bestseller of laugh-out-loud adventures!
Mis-takes
Woohoo, I made a mistake!One of the greatest strategies to teach youth is how to turn mistakes into valuable learning opportunities. Mis-takes is the third book in the BayneBook(R) series created for adults to read, learn, laugh, and grow with the children in their lives. Together, redefine what a mis-take really is, and how to use this positive shift in perspective to celebrate the learning process. Mis-takes are part of learning and learning is so much fun!The BayneBook(R) Series is a parenting book series disguised as children's books. Each book focusses on one valuable life strategy every adult can benefit from teaching and every child deserves to learn. Get ready to deepen your relationships with inside jokes and quality time as you read through the series and implement each strategy with the children in your life. The BayneBooks(R) Series effectively and efficiently builds the foundation for healthy self-esteem and confidence. Our children deserve to know how great they are!
I carry your heart with me
I Carry Your Heart With Me is a children's adaptation of the beloved E. E. Cummings poem, beautifully illustrated by Mati Rose McDonough. Showing the strong bond of love between mother and child, within nature and throughout life, Cummings's heartfelt words expressed through McDonough's lovely illustrations combine to create a fresh yet classic portrayal of love. First published by Liveright Publishing in 1952 in Complete Poems: 1904-1962 by E. E. Cummings, as "[i carry your heart with me(i carry it in)," "I Carry Your Heart With Me" has become a classic and very popular poem over the years. McDonough's illustrations provide an original artistic interpretation on this familiar poem.
The Children’s Own Longfellow
This handsome volume contains eight of the most popular of Longfellow's poems, including "The Wreck of the Hesperus," "The Village Blacksmith," "Paul Revere's Ride," and excerpts from "The Song of Hiawatha." This title has been selected as a Common Core Text Exemplar (Grades 6-8, Poetry)
All Aboard the London Bus
Come! Board the London Bus and see the London sights with us. At any time, hop off, explore! Then climb back on, and ride some more... As a family of four spend a day exploring London, fun, child-friendly poems introduce readers to our wonderful capital city, and all its secrets. Well-known landmarks like Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and the London Eye, plus inescapable features like rain and taking tea, all get Patty Toht's witty treatment. Non-fiction facts provide more information about the poetry subjects, while rising star Sam Usher brings them to life with his signature style and humour. This gorgeous celebration of London will be loved by both tourists and those who call the city home.
A Pocketful of Rhymes
From thirsty dogs to old horses to pesky seagulls and fishy tales; from family squabbles to sports day races and flooded creeks; from letting loose on a skateboard to dancing amongst the trees; these wonderful poems are full of joy, humour and keen observation and will entertain and amuse a whole new generation of young readers.This new edition of Max Fatchen's much-loved classic of children's poetry features an introduction by award-winning author Janeen Brian and lively cover and internal illustrations by Kathy Creamer.
Out of Wonder: Poems Celebrating Poets
The 2018 Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award Winner A Newbery Medalist and a Caldecott Honoree's New York Times best-selling ode to poets who have sparked a sense of wonder. Out of gratitude for the poet's art form, Newbery Award-winning author and poet Kwame Alexander, along with Chris Colderley and Marjory Wentworth, present original poems that pay homage to twenty famed poets who have made the authors' hearts sing and their minds wonder. Stunning mixed-media images by Ekua Holmes, winner of a Caldecott Honor and a John Steptoe New Talent Illustrator Award, complete the celebration and invite the reader to listen, wonder, and perhaps even pick up a pen.
