Loose Balloons
Loose Balloons is a humorous, fanciful children's book for ages four-to-twelve. The engaging poems encourage children to read, laugh and learn about their environment and themselves. These imaginative rhymes contain K-5 teaching resources and lesson plans guided by the Florida State Standards.Jill Clark's whimsical rhymes combine with Brandy Winston's vivid illustrations to deliver FUN and DELIGHTFUL wordplay from a childlike perspective.
Poetry Prescription: Comfort
This beautiful pocket-sized hardback gift book contains carefully curated prescriptions in verse compiled by Deborah Alma, the founder of the Poetry Pharmacy. Life is lived with feeling - and these poems will bring you comfort. For Days When the World is Too Much With Us; Solace for times of Ill-health, loss, grief; & to Promote Recovery; for Times of Great Need; to Counteract Sorrow; For Fortitude and Steadfastness; for the Weathering of Storms Includes poems by William Blake, Emily Dickinson, Edward Thomas, W. B. Yeats, William Shakespeare and many more. - No bitter pills- No adverse reactions The Poetry Prescription series compiled by Deborah Alma is the perfect antidote for life's ailments. Inspired by the achingly cool Poetry Pharmacy shops in London and Shropshire - social media favourites with a clear focus on promoting wellbeing through the written and spoken word. Each of the 8 themed titles offers an array of poems to inspire, heal and comfort. Whether readers are looking to find solace for times of ill-health, loss and grief, cope with matters of the heart, need poetic inspiration for courage and confidence, or want to find peace and tranquillity in wild spaces, there is a collection for everyone. Perfect for reading aloud or for quiet contemplation, these books are a much needed balm for our busy lives. Find more titles in the series: Words for Love, Wild Remedy, First Aid, Becoming, Joy, Inspiration and Calm.
How Elegant the Elephant
A rollicking collection of poems about the enchanting world of animals and insects, from former children's poet laureate and New York Times bestselling author Mary Ann Hoberman and Caldecott Honoree illustrator Marla Frazee. So many kinds of animals So many shapes and sizes So many funny spots and dots So many strange disguises With her signature wordplay and wit, former children's poet laureate Mary Ann Hoberman celebrates the magnificence, ingenuity, and quirky qualities of creatures big and small. This thoughtfully crafted collection features sixty of Mary Ann's personal favorite poems curated from her sixty-five-year body of work, as well as eight new poems. From a fine fat pig and backward running porcupines to a beastly card game and a yoga class for agile animals, this memorable menagerie is cunningly brought to life by three-time Caldecott Honoree Marla Frazee, in an imaginary world where the characters meet and tell an entertaining tale all their own. A tour de force collection of poems and pictures by two legendary talents, this book creates a world that readers will never want to leave.
In and Out the Window
The largest single anthology of Jane Yolen's poetry, containing more than one hundred poems for all occasions--with fun black-and-white art throughout. Our KitchenSmells of mornings, blueberry muffins, hot chocolate, tea.It smells of baconand of eggs.It smells of family. For the first time, legendary author Jane Yolen gathers the largest single anthology of her poetry celebrating childhood. At home or at school, playing sports or practicing music, enjoying the holidays or delighting in each season, Jane Yolen's masterful collection shows just how lively it is to be a kid. With whimsical artwork by Cathrin Peterslund, this collection of more than one hundred poems is a classic that children are sure to return to again and again.
Knucklehead
dear Knucklehead, perhaps you are like me: always figuring out if your soul and your skinare thick enough to protect your body from sticky stonesthrown from the mouths of those who knowthat spoken words have the power to spit out freedomand break-in bones. While society often assigns the label "knucklehead" to kids with attitude problems, this brilliant and electric poetry collection by spoken word poet and hip-hop educator Tony Keith Jr. subverts that narrow way of thinking and empathizes with young people who are misunderstood and unheard.There are poems about the power of language to transcend the racist and homophobic constructs of a society prejudging Black boys. There are poems that serve as a salve for a world that inflicts hurt, poems that offer a beacon of hope for the curious and questioning, and poems that transform the way people love Black gay boys and men.This is a journey of self-discovery through history, family, friendship, and falling in love. Knucklehead is a breathtaking work, full of black-and-white illustrations and unforgettable poetry that will heal, provoke, and inspire.
Penelope and Pip Build a Prose Poem
When Penelope needs help writing a poem for a school assignment, Pip teaches her how to write a prose poem. This series can get young writers writing their own poems! Join in on the adventure as friends learn the basics of writing poetry and the use of rhyme, meter, alliteration, and other tools to write their own poems. Each book in the series covers a different type of poem. From limericks to acrostics, you can follow the story that shows the steps needed to create your new poem. Activities in the back of the book provide additional information and writing practice.
The Story of My Anger
The Pura Belpr矇 Honor Award winning author of Aniana del Mar Jumps In makes her YA debut with a powerful novel-in-verse about a Texas teen who is battling racism in her theatre program and book banning efforts by her town's school board. Yulieta Lopez is angry. Angry at her racist drama teacher who refuses to cast Black students in lead roles. Angry at the school board threatening her favorite teacher for teaching works of literature that they deem "controversial." Angry that she has to keep quiet until she can head to college and leave Texas forever. Yuli is accustomed to playing various roles: the diligent daughter, the honorable hija, the good girl who serves everyone else before serving herself. But as the fire of Yuli's rage spreads and lights her up, she can no longer be silent. Determined to find a way to fight back, Yuli and her friends start a guerilla theatre club which stirs things up and gets people talking, and finally, Yuli steps into the role she was always meant to play.
Out There in the Wild
'Sometimes a book comes along that stops you in your tracks. This arrived today. It is beautiful, intelligent, accessible, deeply moving. Fantastic writing, fantstic art. A book for everyone.' David Almond A stunning poetry gift book celebrating the natural world, illustrated by Diana Catchpole. Out There in the Wild celebrates our place in nature. It is packed with poems about everything that lives in the sea and rivers, on land and in the sky. You will meet eagles and skylarks, tigers and elephants, foxes, rabbits and bats, bees and butterflies and many other natural wonders. These beautiful poems written by Nicola Davies, Dom Conlon and James Carter invite you to consider how we are connected to the wild. We are all nature after all.
Nightmare Jones
A collection of jaunty and mischievously unsettling poems for middle-grade readers from award-winning poet Shannon Bramer and artist Cindy Derby, who brought us Climbing Shadows (NCTE Notable Poetry Book and Verse Novel, shortlisted for the Rocky Mountain Book Award). Shannon's twenty-eight poems in Nightmare Jones send delightful shivers down the spine. Written in a variety of styles and forms, they encompass magic realism and influences from fairy tales, folklore and ghost stories, alongside more contemporary explorations of unusual creatures, misunderstood monsters and commonplace human fears (both ridiculous and sublime!). Cindy Derby's evocative line and watercolor illustrations inhabit these weird and wonderful works with her characteristic flair for the strange and witchy wonders of the world. In these poems what makes a person scared might also make them sad, or even make them laugh, as Bramer writes from a place of wonder, empathy, curiosity and reverence for the deep dark woods we all have inside us. If you've ever wanted to spend some time in a witch's garden or wondered what spiders do with our worries, this is the poetry book for you! Key Text Features dialogue epigraph illustrations poems recipes table of contents vignettes Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.5.2 Determine a theme of a story, drama, or poem from details in the text, including how characters in a story or drama respond to challenges or how the speaker in a poem reflects upon a topic; summarize the text. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.4 Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the impact of a specific word choice on meaning and tone
Poemhood: Our Black Revival
"A rich, thoughtful anthology exploring centuries of Black poetry." --Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"This deep and complex assemblage of Black poetry culminates in a joyful, painful, and emotionally rich experience." --Publishers Weekly (starred review)"An eclectic mix of Black experiences fills this unmatched anthology that features both modern poets, such as Nikki Giovanni and Ibi Zoboi, and 'the brilliant Black poets who are now ancestors'... A fresh canon for poetry studies."--ALA Booklist (starred review)"An excellent collection of poetry that is an insightful read on the Black experience"--School and Library JournalStarring thirty-seven poets, with contributions from acclaimed authors, including Kwame Alexander, Ibi Zoboi, and Nikki Giovanni, this breathtaking Black YA poetry anthology edited by National Book Award finalist Amber McBride, Taylor Byas, and Erica Martin celebrates Black poetry, folklore, and culture.Come, claim your wings.Lift your life above the earth, return to the land of your father's birth.What exactly is it to be Black in America?Well, for some, it's learning how to morph the hatred placed by others into love for oneself; for others, it's unearthing the strength it takes to continue to hold one's swagger when multitudinous factors work to make Black lives crumble. For some, it's gathering around the kitchen table as Grandma tells the story of Anansi the spider, while for others it's grinning from ear to ear while eating auntie's spectacular 7Up cake.Black experiences and traditions are complex, striking, and vast--they stretch longer than the Nile and are four times as deep--and carry more than just unimaginable pain--there is also joy.Featuring an all-star group of thirty-seven powerful poetic voices, including such luminaries as Kwame Alexander, James Baldwin, Ibi Zoboi, Audre Lorde, Nikki Giovanni, and Gwendolyn Brooks, this riveting anthology depicts the diversity of the Black experience by fostering a conversation about race, faith, heritage, and resilience between fresh poets and the literary ancestors that came before them.Edited by Taylor Byas, Erica Martin, and Coretta Scott King New Talent Award winner Amber McBride, Poemhood will simultaneously highlight the duality and nuance at the crux of so many Black experiences with poetry being the psalm constantly playing.A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection pick!
Silent Noises
I don't really know what kind of book this is supposed to be. It's filled with many things. For one thing, it's filled with WORDS. Around 10,000 words. That's not a lot when you really think about it. But to me, I can't believe I even have that much to say. To be more specific though, those words take many forms. POEMS, PROMPTS, THOUGHTS, RAMBLES, MEMORIES, STORIES, just about anything. Words can be whatever you want to make them to be. I also included some DOODLES. I think doodles are important in life, it can show what's on your mind just like words can. Basically, this book is a compilation of a bunch of my writing in all its forms. Some of them were school assignments, some of them were just for fun. Hope you enjoy getting to know me through my writing!
The Road to After
This powerful debut novel in verse is a portrait of healing, as a young girl rediscovers life and the soothing power of nature after being freed from an abusive father. For years, Lacey has been a captive without even realizing it. Her dad rarely let her, or her sister and their mom, out of his sight. But this situation changes dramatically the day her grandparents arrive to help them break free. It's the beginning of a different kind of life for Lacey, and at first she has a hard time letting go of her dad's rules of what's allowed. Gradually, though, his hold on her lessens, and her days become filled with choices she's never had before. Now Lacey can take pleasure in satisfying her curiosity about nature's details and rhythms. Being outside watching birds fly by or making things grow brings her joy, as does the freedom to wander and sketch in her nature journal whenever she likes. Learning to make friends proves to be a bit trickier--but soon she discovers there are rhythms for that, too, if she is willing to learn. Rebekah Lowell's poignant novel shows readers that it's possible to find your own way no matter what soil you've been planted in, and that there is always time for life to blossom into something new and exciting.
Love Yourself Before Anyone Else
I love you, but do I love myself? Falling in love, head over heels, putting all of your effort into another person only to fall flat on your face. Without a helping hand, you have to pick yourself off of the floor and move on from the heartbreak that comes with the ache of lost love. You forget what love really is-how to love. Standing on your own two feet and learning to accept yourself, you build an unbreakable bond. Self-love.
Write Here, Write Now
You're a writer. Did you know? Ready . . . Set . . . Come on, let's go! Rebecca Gardyn Levington inspires everyone to find joy in writing--in any and all forms--in this rhyming picture book. Her inspirational approach celebrates imagination and self-expression, proving everyone can be a writer if they find what's "right" for them.
Wilder Child
A lyrical read-aloud filled with vibrant illustrations that follows a group of children as they explore their relationship with the natural world--from insects to dandelions to playing in the mud. This picture book based on a popular poem is a joyful celebration of the ability children have to cherish all living things. Exuberant and imaginative, this picture book celebrates the mess makers, scavengers of the dirt, and kids who march to the beat of their own drum. Follow along with these children as they experience the joy of playing in the mud, dangling from tree limbs, and watching spiderlings hatch within the wonder of their intricate webs. From debut author Nicolette Sowder comes this poetic picture book for kids who are curious learners who are filled with energy, and prefer to experience the world with all their senses. With dreamy illustrations by Myo Yim, Wilder Child beckons readers to see beauty in the untamed, marvel at the wonders of nature, and advocate for all living beings.
Wilder Child
A lyrical read-aloud filled with vibrant illustrations that follows a group of children as they explore their relationship with the natural world--from insects to dandelions to playing in the mud. This picture book based on a popular poem is a joyful celebration of the ability children have to cherish all living things. Exuberant and imaginative, this picture book celebrates the mess makers, scavengers of the dirt, and kids who march to the beat of their own drum. Follow along with these children as they experience the joy of playing in the mud, dangling from tree limbs, and watching spiderlings hatch within the wonder of their intricate webs. From debut author Nicolette Sowder comes this poetic picture book for kids who are curious learners who are filled with energy, and prefer to experience the world with all their senses. With dreamy illustrations by Myo Yim, Wilder Child beckons readers to see beauty in the untamed, marvel at the wonders of nature, and advocate for all living beings.
Poems for Breakfast
Make mealtime an adventure.Poems for Breakfast is a playful collection of illustrated poems that brings whimsy and wonder to your mornings. It's perfect for family reading, sparking laughter and curiosity as you share silly, smart poems that turn breakfast into an adventure.Inside Poems for Breakfast, you'll meet quirky characters like: ★ Clementine Cloop, who keeps putting her hair in the soup★ The Most Right, who battles the light no matter what★ Munchy Nomsters, who snack on crunchy letters★ And a kid who learns the hard way after eating a poem for breakfast★ A fuzzy Whurry who... well, you'll just have to read that oneWhy Families Love It: Laughter Enhances Learning: Humor activates dopamine, boosting motivation and memory. Enjoy a shared laugh that helps kids learn and makes poetry part of their development.Witty Poems, Wise Lessons: Hidden messages inspire curiosity, courage, and imagination. These rhymes gently encourage everyone to see life through a playful, thoughtful lens.Connect Generations: Poems for Breakfast is crafted to bring people of all ages together. Whether you're reading with kids, parents, or grandparents, these poems are perfect for creating memories.Key Features: Interactive Coloring Fun: Black-and-white illustrations invite kids to color, making each page their own. This book goes beyond reading-it's about engaging and exploring together.Perfect for Family Time or as a Gift: Whether at breakfast or as a unique present, this book is ideal for dreamers, adventurers, and even the curious spiders in your life!Expand Your Collection: Start with Poems for Breakfast, then look forward to Poems for Lunch, Poems for Dinner, and more as the series continues.Bonding Over Poetry: Swap screen time for "rhyme time" and strengthen bonds over clever verses. Sharing meals with loved ones boosts self-esteem, promotes cognitive development, and builds lasting connections. Poems for Breakfast turns a simple meal into a shared adventure, letting you enjoy the magic of language and imagination together.Written and illustrated by Jolyn Janis, this book reminds us to laugh, learn, and sometimes even talk to the monsters in the closet. If you're ready for an adventure that brings joy to the breakfast table, grab Poems for Breakfast today and let the fun begin!
Splat
Spalt and other Great Poems by Gabriel Fitzmaurice brings together a collection of serious poems and silly poems, naughty poems and nice poems from Ireland's best-selling children's poet.These poems, selected by the author from his numerous publications, will delight and entertain both the young and the young at heart.
Magical Moments
Magical Moments is a book of rhyming story poems about children noticing the world around them both inside and outside the home. It is about caring and sharing with parents, grandparents, and other family members. Throw into the mix a little bit of fantasy, a lot of fun, and hopefully a broadening of the imagination. Accompanied by many colorful illustrations, we hope your children feel safe and loved as they explore this magical collection.
Amazing Animals
Here is an animal anthology for the enjoyment of children, parents or teachers. The illustrated poems will amuse and entertain but have interesting factual information and related activities to stimulate further learning at home or in school. So, if you wish to know the name of the most famous St. Bernard dog, how to tell a crocodile from an alligator, what giraffes do with their long necks when they sleep, whether owls really say 'tu-whit tu-whoo' plus many other amazing animal facts, do read on.
Magical Moments
Magical Moments is a book of rhyming story poems about children noticing the world around them both inside and outside the home. It is about caring and sharing with parents, grandparents, and other family members. Throw into the mix a little bit of fantasy, a lot of fun, and hopefully a broadening of the imagination. Accompanied by many colorful illustrations, we hope your children feel safe and loved as they explore this magical collection.
I Knew I Loved You From Day One
From the moment he first saw his son, this father knew their bond would be remarkable and forever.In gentle rhyme, this book tells of the love a father has for his son. Each verse overflows with promises of the adventures they will have together. Steeped in magnificent imagery of nature and the outdoors, the father shares his visions and dreams with his young son.In scenes of mountains, waterfalls, and starry nights, the special bond between father and son is enjoyed and celebrated.
If I Could Choose a Best Day: Poems of Possibility
An ode to imagination and the power of "if," this exhilarating poetry collection features the voices of thirty-one diverse poets. If I could choose a best dayit would be sunny it would be summer and I would be with you. Imagine what you could do with if. Build a tree house, ride your bike back in time, catch a firefly like a tiny star in the palm of your hands and let it go to make a wish--anything, when it starts with if. Because if is where your imagination begins, where the impossible becomes possible, if only you imagine. And if you do, just think of how much better our world could be. Thirty-one poets, selected by "poetic forever friends" and frequent collaborators Irene Latham and Charles Waters, begin each of their poems with the word if and imagine the possibilities the gift of if can hold. Olivia Sua's cut-paper and painted-mosaic illustrations add warmth and meaning to the poems, allowing the reader's mind to soar with possibility. In an end note, the anthologists offer insight into their selection process, aimed at gathering a comprehensive and representative collection of poems. With poems by: Lacresha Berry * Robyn Hood Black * JaNay Brown-Wood * Joseph Bruchac * Siv Cedering * Emily Dickinson * Rebecca Kai Dotlich * Nikki Grimes * Jolene Guti矇rrez * Georgia Heard * Anna Grossnickle Hines * Irene Latham * Ren矇e M. LaTulippe * Nancy Tupper Ling * Sylvia Liu * Rebekah Lowell * Vikram Madan * Guadalupe Garc穩a McCall * Lilian Moore * Eric Ode * Bob Raczka * Lisa Rogers * Sydell Rosenberg * Laura Purdie Salas * Janice Scully * Teresa Owens Smith * Gabi Snyder * Sarah Grace Tuttle * Amy Ludwig VanDerwater * Charles Waters * Janet Wong
Little Acorn The Midnight Maestro
She walked deep into the forest onesnowy winter's day, So all the animals could sing and dance, when they heard her play.Walk deeper into the forest to discover who Little Acorn meets as she plays her violin along the way and what happens next in the forest at nightfall.Emily Nelson tells this enchanting, rhyming story about a squirrel and how music can win the hearts and minds of even the scariest animals of the forest. A bedtime story that will encourage children in their love of woodland animals and the joy of music. Together with beautiful illustrations, no home should be without Little Acorn The Midnight Maestro!This little book will be a much loved addition for your children's bookshelf.
Better Than Eleven
Step into the enchanting world of "Better than Eleven," a delightful collection of poems that transcends age and time. Crafted with a touch of whimsy and a deep reverence for the profound, this book invites readers on a magical journey through nature's wonders and the intricacies of human emotions. Each poem serves as a portal to a fantastical realm where leaves murmur wisdom carried by the wind, and stars twinkle with secrets of the universe. "Better than Eleven" is not just a reading experience-it's an exploration of the values that connect us all, such as love, trust, and the eternal bonds of family. With lighthearted playfulness intertwined with poignant reflections, these poems resonate with anyone who cherishes depth wrapped in the fantastical. Ideal for lovers of both the whimsical and the meaningful, "Better than Eleven" offers a refreshing take on poetry that celebrates the beauty around us and the lessons hidden in everyday wonders. Perfect for thoughtful adults and dreamy youths alike, this collection promises to inspire, entertain, and enlighten.
Please Read To Me
Please Read To Me is a multicultural, bilingual book that shows parents, grandparents, siblings, and caregivers the joys and benefits of bonding with babies and young children by reading to them. Featuring beautiful illustrations donated by Maine artists, the story is a child's plea for love and literacy. The rhyming text makes it fun to read aloud and young children enjoy the humorous and bright illustrations that reveal the whole story. In addition to being an ideal birth and baby shower gift, Please Read To Me is a dynamic family literacy advocacy tool. The board book version of Please Read to Me was a recipient of two Stephen and Tabitha King Foundation grants and was distributed to Maine babies and children in 2021 and 2023. Find your free poster and family literacy resources at BookFairyPantryProject.org. All sales of this book support family literacy through the Book Fairy Pantry Project, a nonprofit initiative of Kindred World.
We Love Bugs
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 budding entomologists and those who haven't outgrown their sense of wonder when seeing a spider's silken web. Familiar favorites like "The Ants go Marching" and "Itsy Bitsy Spider" are joined by poems from English literature's finest like Emily Dickinson, John Donne, Christina Rosetti, William Wordsworth and more.This book features a fully-linked table of contents and a sprinkling of whimsical insect illustrations.
Words of Thanksgiving
Embrace Gratitude with Words of Thanksgiving Edited by Nancy Streza, Words of Thanksgiving is a classic collection that weaves together poems, prayers, and meditations from a diverse range of voices. This anthology celebrates the spirit of gratitude through the lens of various authors, offering readers moments of reflection and thankfulness. From the serene verses of Ralph Waldo Emerson to the communal hymn "We Gather Together," and the reflective words of Psalm 95, each selection in this compilation invites us to ponder the beauty and blessings of life. As the pages turn, readers are guided through a journey of appreciation for the simple joys, the beauty of nature, and the profound gift of life itself. Designed to be savored during the month of November or any moment of contemplation, Words of Thanksgiving serves as a reminder of the power of gratitude. It encourages us to count our blessings and acknowledge the goodness that surrounds us daily. Whether seeking solace, inspiration, or a deeper sense of community, this book offers a sanctuary of words that uplift and unite. Let Words of Thanksgiving be your companion in cultivating a heart of gratitude, not just during the holiday season, but throughout the year.
Doggerel
This is the fourth book in the Doggerel series. This time, our hero is in Iceland, determined to discover what is causing all the grumbling and rumbling noises which are coming out of a famous volcano. With the help of his friend, Gnorman the Gnu, and a new friend called Minnie The Micro Pig, Doggerel solves the mystery, but not without a number of strange and unexpected challenges.
Blues in Stereo
Publishers Weekly's Top Ten Fall 2024 Poetry Books From Harlem Renaissance poet Langston Hughes, a stunning collection of early works written from 1921-1927 curated by award winning poet and National Book Award finalist, Danez Smith. Hanif Abdurraqib calls the collection of polished poems and raw, unfinished, works-in-progress, "a gift to any poet working at any stage of their life and career." Before Langston Hughes and his literary prowess became synonymous with American poetry, he was an eighteen-year-old on a train to Mexico City, seeking funds to pursue his passion. Beloved verses like "The Negro Speaks of Rivers," were written without formal training, often on the back of napkins and envelopes, and were inspired by the sights and sounds of Black working-class people he encountered in his early life. Blues in Stereo is a collection of select early works, all written before the age of twenty-five, in which we see Langston Hughes with fresh eyes. From the intimate pages of his handwritten journals, you will travel with Hughes outside of Harlem as he travels the world, celebrate love as a tool of liberation, and enjoy his musical verse poetry, including a play he cowrote with Duke Ellington with a full score. Blues in Stereo foreshadows a master poet that will go on to define literature for centuries to come. And by keeping his original, handwritten notations found in archival material, we get to witness a genius's earliest thought process in real time. National Book Award-nominated poet Danez Smith offers their insight and notes on themes, challenges, and obsessions contained in Hughes's early work.
