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.
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.
Wise Up! Wise Down!: A Poetic Conversation
Funny, thought-provoking, and bursting with curiosity, Wise Up! Wise Down! is a lively conversation between two internationally known poets, illustrated by acclaimed artist Satoshi Kitamura. How can laughter be more powerful than a sword? Why do days have names but not weeks? And do pigeons ever get a craving for cake? Two friends, esteemed poets John Agard and JonArno Lawson, take us on an inspiring, hilarious, and wondrous journey through poetry, asking questions and attempting answers as they discover that life really is forever and ever an adventure. Comprising more than seventy-five poems written in a call-and-response format, with each poem having a reply from the other poet, Wise Up! Wise Down! is sure to inspire all readers to find humor in every day.
Ruthie Rose's Big Idea: A Poetry Story
From the New York Times bestselling John Schu comes a celebration of poetry and possibilities that follows a child who sparks to life a special space in her school for exploring ideas of all kinds. Ruthie Rose wakes up with an idea. A big, bright, beautiful idea. An idea so great! An idea so grand! Ruthie Rose can't wait to share it with her idea-loving librarian, her art teacher, and her best friend. As the idea gets shared, it sparkles through her classmates, shouts down the hallway, and echoes over the playground. It invites everyone in the school, including YOU. John Schu's effervescent prose is complemented by Holly Hatam's vibrant artwork in clear, vivid colors, depicting a cast of adorable characters. Collaged throughout the artwork are intriguing snippets of language and lines from classic poems, sure to inspire young poetry lovers to discover more.
You're a Poet: Ways to Start Writing Poems
In five warm and cozy tales, children can delight in the world of Piglet, his family, and his friends--while learning five fun and easy ways to write a poem. When Piglet picks up a stone and drops it into a puddle, words seem to splash out: wet, fresh, earthy, sploshing, sunshiny, puddle. Is Piglet a poet? Each of five charming stories captures a warm snapshot into some happy moment in childhood while demonstrating how to create a different kind of poem: a puddle poem, a comparing poem, a making-a-person-out-of-something poem, an if-I-was poem, and an I-would-give-you poem. With plenty of tips and tricks after each story and fresh illustrations by Sam Usher, author Sean Taylor makes poetry writing accessible, inspiring even the youngest of children to find their voice and call themselves poets.
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.
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.
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 Poetry World of John Agard
A towering figure in the poetry world, especially children's poetry, John Agard has chosen poems from eight collections (all now out of print) originally published between 1982 and 2001: I Din Do Nuttin; Say it Again, Granny; No Hickory, No Dickory, No Dock; Laughter is an Egg; Grandfather's Old Bruk-a-Down Car; We Animals Would Like a Word With You; Come Back to Me My Boomerang; and Points of View With Professor Peekaboo. Over 80 poems are included, reflecting the range of his interests, ideas and styles, and above all perhaps, his awareness of being a British-Caribbean writer in an increasingly multicultural society.
Hello There, Sunshine
From America's Mom--actress, New York Times bestselling author, NAACP Award-winning personality, and Emmy-winning host Tabitha Brown--comes an upbeat, inspiring story about finding your own light."Hello there, sunshine!"Every morning, young Tabitha wakes up and greets the sun. She loves how it brings everyone JOY. But one day she wakes up and the sun is missing! So Tab hops on her strawberry shortcake bike with her puppy in tow and makes it her business to find the sun.Can she do it? Or will Tabitha find out that sometimes the shine we're looking for is inside of us?A perfect pick for fans of What Do You Do with an Idea?, You Matter, and Just Because, Brown's children's debut is a marvelous read-aloud and a great gift that will remind the youngest reader to always stay positive.
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.
Big Red Dragon
Find hamsters, dogs, robins and unicorns, little cars and big diggers - and of course Big Red Dragon, in this brilliant collection of 15 action rhymes for young children and babies. Rhymes celebrate festivals and special events, such as Easter, Halloween, Diwali, Christmas and Chinese New Year. With clear instructions to parents and carers, there are fun activities and lots of joining in for every rhyme, for babies, toddlers and older children too. This book is a perfect companion to Jane Newberry's very popular first collection, Big Green Crocodile, which was shortlisted for the CLiPPA award. At home, playgroup or nursery, the rhymes provide fun while also nurturing children's responses to language, rhyme and images.
Hungry for Engineering
The newest addition to the series that includes Hungry for Math, Hungry for Science and Hungry for the Arts! Join Handy Randy, Spendosaur, and House Mouse, the hungriest engineers around, in Hungry for Engineering: Poems to Gnaw On -- another delectable book in the Hungry for... series! Use wedges, inclined planes, pulleys, and screws to design, innovate, and construct a luxurious bug hotel, a long - and - fun marble run, and a mighty wind tower strong enough to blow you over the ocean. So set your table and get ready to build and problem-solve like never before with this feast of scrumptious, engineering poems.
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.
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!
Everything All at Once
A collection of poems sharing the highs and lows of one week in secondary school where everything happens all at once . . .
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.
The Very Best of Paul Cookson
Uplifting, thoughtful and inspirational, the very best poems by Paul Cookson
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.
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.
Self Centered
Facing death is one of life's most profound challenges, often teaching us more about living than we expect. In the quiet finality of loss, we learn the value of each fleeting moment, the importance of love, and the necessity of letting go. Death reminds us to cherish what truly matters, to live authentically, and to find beauty in the everyday. It is not an end, but a call to embrace life with more courage, compassion, and purpose. This book explores those lessons, offering guidance on how to navigate grief while learning to live fully and deeply.
Flirting on an Escalator
"Flirting on an Escalator" by Bettina Schroeder.Outstanding new debut Anthology describes life as you find it flirting on the underground truly sensational Delight to read before and in the morning read any time. It's simply wonderful.
Small Pockets of Mischief
Chole Smith's poems brim with a playful rebellion against the mundane. Whether it's sneaking out under a cloak of stars ("Night Swim") or finding beauty in the unexpected ("Ode to a Dandelion"), her mischievous narrator invites readers to embrace a little harmless chaos. The poems themselves are a treat. Smith uses vivid imagery and unexpected turns of phrase to bring her mischievous spirit to life. Each poem feels like a whispered secret shared between the reader and the narrator, making the act of reading itself feel like a tiny act of rebellion.
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.
