Children’s / Teenage: Poetry / poems
Otter-Barry Books Ltd The Universal Zoo: The Conservation Place at the
Book SynopsisWelcome! Roll up! Come on down to the Universal Zoo. Want to see amazing animals? Buy a ticket, join the queue. Every creature has a place at the far end of Space, in the Universal Zoo. Look out for the Shy Shimmereen, the Snoozing Snoralotz, the Invisible Ballaboo Beast and the Ten-Legged, Swivel-Headed, Bushy-Bearded, Twirly-Tailed Horrox. Meet the Martian kids with two heads, and stare at the Enormous Egg. And if you think dragons don't exist and dodos are extinct, then think again. But be warned – never, never, never feed the Gronk! A riot of imagination and fun, these poems also send a message about conservation and saving species.Trade Review“Hugely imaginative” * The Bookseller *"This collection of poetry is a celebration of words, sounds and language. Bursting with alliteration, rhyme and a rich variety of verse styles, this book is anarchic, unique and lots of fun... The illustrations by Will Hughes of the imaginary creatures are lively and entertaining, and really bring the poems to life. Full of tongue-twisting energy, this collection would be great fun for families to read out aloud together, as well as being a fantastic introduction to those new to poetry. This would also be wonderful and inspiring classroom material - teachers would undoubtedly find it useful for inspiring interesting conversations about the diversity of life, and for teaching alliteration, simile and rhyme. In fact, there is even a helpful section at the back, encouraging young readers to become poets. We would certainly recommend this lively collection!" * Armadillo Magazine *
£7.99
Otter-Barry Books Ltd Hey, Girl!: Poems
Book SynopsisA girl travels the path to her future in this powerful coming-of-age collection. Exploring relationships, deep feelings and the comfort of words, we follow her as she grows up – determined to find the freedom to be herself. This is an outstanding young teen collection by a poet at the height of her powers, with striking graphic illustrations by Milo Hartnoll.Trade Review"A teenage girl travels the path to her future in a coming-of-age collection aimed at younger teenagers. Truthful, deeply perceptive and understanding, say the publishers." -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *“Superb…These poems are stirring, demonstrating a life of hope and disappointment, rejection and opportunity… Bookwagon loves this thoughtful, rousing book. We recommend Hey, Girl! to readers and those who love them.” * BookWagon *“I’ve always liked Rooney’s work for its spareness and lack of gush…Is she a children’s poet? I prefer to think of her as a poet whose work can speak to children and young adults, but can also be fully appreciated on its own terms by readers of any age.” * Achuka Book of the Day *"An inspired and important collection. Girls will find themselves in the pages, which will help them to find themselves in life. Rachel Rooney is a very skilled poet, this is evident throughout, but so is her heart for girls who face challenges. Excellent stuff." -- Coral Rumble, poet"Another wonderful collection from Rachel Rooney with fab illustrations from Milo Hartnoll. Diverse beautifully written poems for older children and teens." -- Sue Hardy Dawson, poet“Poems for young teens - thought-provoking, poem-provoking poems exploring what it means to be human and evolving an identity. Vivid, lyrical, witty, deeply-felt.” – Chrissie Gittins, poet, via Twitter -- Chrissie Gittins, poet * via Twitter *"Imbued with insight, warmth, encouragement & reassurance, this special collection should be in the hands of teenage girls everywhere." * Books for Keeps 5-star review *
£8.54
Jacaranda Books Art Music Ltd Jamakespeare
Book SynopsisA reimagining of Shakespeare with a Caribbean twist!Garrick takes Shakespeares's soliloquys and monologues and incorporates Jamaican Patois to make them relevant for a new age and audience. Inventive and engrossing, this collection is imperative and complimentary when teaching the canon.
£8.54
Graffeg Limited I like to Put Food in My Welly
Book SynopsisThe imaginative and playful rhymes of Jason Korsner''s I Like to Put Food in My Welly experiment with language to comic effect, conjuring up a sequence of images that will have children in stitches. A laugh-out-loud picture book with endless surprises.
£8.04
Graffeg Limited Leap, Hare, Leap!
Book SynopsisLeap hand-in-paw with Hare to meet her furry cousins from America to Japan and from Europe to the Arctic, in this poetic account of habitats and predators across the world.
£8.04
Andrews UK Limited Otto
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£6.64
Lantana Publishing Watch Me Bloom: A Bouquet of Haiku Poems for
Book SynopsisMindful haiku poems to help us rediscover our natural surroundings, without travelling too far from home.Some flowers are the subject of nursery rhymes and childhood games while others help us celebrate love, remember our homelands or mark the passing seasons. These mindful haiku poems invite us to explore twenty-four flower species growing close to home, from wildflower meadows to urban window boxes. The nature-themed follow up to My Mindful A to Zen, this gorgeous collection of poems teaches us that treating ourselves and our planet mindfully can also be a treat for the senses.Trade ReviewPatel-Sage frequently links the varietals to themes such as confidence, growth, and strength. In “Borage,” “Planted side-by-side,/ garden stars make perfect friends,/ helping others grow.” Hollyhock’s “showy faces, look outward,/ proud and confident.” Other plant descriptions incorporate intergenerational references: azaleas come “from granny’s childhood” and fuchsia is “Grandpa’s pride and joy.” Appropriately sunny illustrations feature figures of varying abilities, creeds, and skin tones making daisy chains with a caregiver, greeting neighbors, and playing outdoors in a work that’s likely to inspire many garden daydreams. * Publishers Weekly *5 stars beautiful illustrations are a celebration of flowers through Haiku poetry and diverse characters. -- Julie Durmis * Youth Services Book Review *
£11.69
Hogs Back Books Ltd Aunt Grizelda's Monstrous Myths
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£7.59
Well Said Press Ferdinand Fox Saves the Day
£7.99
Graffeg Limited Blow, Wind, Blow!
Book SynopsisChase Wind through the oceans, fields and mountains as, from zephyr to gale, she carries seeds and stirs seas, enriching the world and breathing life.
£8.04
Scallywag Press A Passing On of Shells: 50 Fifty-Word Poems
Book SynopsisScallywag Press proudly present Simon Lamb's dazzling debut collection of poetry, featuring fifty luminous poems, each written in exactly fifty words, fully-illustrated throughout by much-loved former Children's Laureate Chris Riddell. With subjects ranging from family, identity, and growing up, to the need for hope, the wonder of nature, and the very concept of poetry itself, Simon offers his poems as small nuggets of wisdom, warmth and wit to help readers of all ages navigate their lives. Complementing the always-present three-dimensional sense of drama and interaction with the reader, every poem is gifted its own double page spread, each one exquisitely illustrated by Chris Riddell, with his distinctive insight and flair adding new layers of meaning and joy to these already magical poems. A beautifully-produced hardback gift edition with textured cover, de-bossing and thick paper, this is a book to read, to keep, to love.Trade Review"Here are poems to make you smile, chuckle, laugh out loud and ponder. Entertaining and thought-provoking. Genius!" - Valerie Bloom, author of Stars with Flaming Tails;"A show-stopping adventure! Stirringly heartfelt. I hope it makes its way onto every child's bookshelf. For I know it will make its way into every child's heart." - Zaro Weil, author of When Poems Fall from the Sky;"These ingenious poems are crammed with wonder, insight and magic. Using just fifty words, Simon conjures whole worlds with his precise and playful use of language." - Kate Wakeling, author of Cloud Soup;"With its fifty invitations to write, A Passing On of Shells will leave poems in its wake wherever it goes. Whether questioning the stars or contemplating slugs, Simon Lamb's child-friendly take on the world invites readers of all ages to ask questions of their own." - Mandy Coe, author of Belonging Street;"The joy of the book is the variety of themes and images and styles: you turn the page and go somewhere new, see something new, think something new every time." - A. F. Harrold, author of The Book of Not Entirely Useful Advice;"Simon Lamb's touch is light and the poems skip along. Children will love the word play and humour." - Coral Rumble, author of Things That Should Be in a Poem;"Clever stuff and an invitation to young writers (and older ones too) to attempt something similar." - Brian Moses, author of Selfies with Komodos;"Delightful little poems full of wit, verve and imagination. I wish I'd written them!" - Joshua Seigal, author of Yapping Away;"Magical words are accompanied by Chris Riddell's masterful illustrations in this exciting debut collection. Simon Lamb has landed and is a welcome new voice on the children's poetry scene." - Colin West, author of Nutty Nonsense
£10.44
The Emma Press Balam and Lluvia's House: 2023
Book SynopsisMeet Balam, a boy who could be a cat. Meet Lluvia, a girl who could be the dawn. Balam and Lluvia are siblings who catch fireflies, bid farewell to their pet fish in the bathroom, and wait for Raton Perez to collect their teeth. In Balam and Lluvia's House, the secret tastes and sounds of the everyday are waiting to be found. From the smell of crushed laurel leaves to the whispers of the peach tree in their back garden, every day is a day of discovery. Full of lively and reflective poems, this book invites the reader to run alongside Balam and Lluvia captivated by the world that surrounds them. Lawrence Schimel's translation brings the work of acclaimed Guatemalan author and playwright Julio Serrano Echeverria into English for the first time.
£8.54
Otter-Barry Books Ltd The Shape of Rainbows
Book SynopsisDo you like peanut butter and popcorn? Would you like to find a friend, or give yourself a fright? See what happens when you live next door to a Viking – and read about the boy who ate his school! This is an inventive and funny new collection from a very popular school performance poet. Entertaining, laugh-out-loud but also thought-provoking, the poems are perfectly matched by Will Hughes’s wild and witty illustrations.Trade Review"Here's a book you can tap out a rhythm to, sing to, dance to. It zaps and claps its way through the world of words, getting us to look closely at how words can make music. On the way it helps us ask questions about what writing is for and what's going on in the world. Zetter Zetter, now I feel better." -- Michael Rosen"A twisty, twirly world of wonder from one of the nation’s favourite poets." -- Joshua Seigal, Poet and Author"Another super anthology from Neal, full of sure-fire hits that will have the children begging for ‘just one more’! Pitched at just the right level and full of content that appeals to kids, his poems are fantastic fun to read aloud and a great way to show my pupils just how enjoyable poetry can be. Highly recommended." -- Gemma Jones, teacher and poetry-lover, Orchards Junior School, Worthing"The snappiest, zappiest poems, that are great fun and can be enjoyed by everyone." -- Brian Moses"The cracking new collection includes 47 fun poems that children aged 7+ will love to read together and perform aloud... packed with rhyme, rhythm, onomatopoeia, humour, thoughtfulness and life, every primary school library should have a copy of his book. Highly recommended." -- Tom Tolkien * School Reading List - Jan 2024 book club picks *"An array of wide-ranging subjects by the very talented Neal Zetter, brought to life by the very funny illustrations by Will Hughes." -- Karen Argent * The Letterpress Project *"There’s a zippy zing to the poems herein – nearly fifty in all – and they simply cry out to be read aloud to, and by, primary children... Neal’s latest collection is one I would definitely add to my ‘go to’ books of poems to use in such sessions... Will Hughes adds to the fun of every spread with one of his zany black and white illustrations." -- Jill Bennett * Red Reading Hub *“'The Shape of Rainbows’ is packed with wealth of poems which are perfect for sharing and performing, savouring and contemplating. There really is something for everyone to be found in these pages, all accompanied by Will Hughes’ witty illustrations. There are so many poems here which would make excellent models to inspire children to create their own poems and plenty which offer food for thought... A must-have for every class and home bookcase!" * Through The Bookshelf *"He's our favourite poet and this new collection is as funny as ever... There is something for everyone again in this latest collection. Thank you Neal for filling our days full of smiles and chuckles... Kids and adults alike will find something in this book that will help bring out that smile." * Gillari Books *"This is an inventive and funny new collection from a very popular school performance poet. Entertaining, laugh-out-loud but also thought-provoking, the poems are perfectly matched by Will Hughes’s wild and witty illustrations." * Primary Times *
£8.54
Otter-Barry Books Ltd A Ticket to Kalamazoo
Book SynopsisA fantastic, full-colour, read-aloud poetry collection for young children
£8.54
Otter-Barry Books Dragon Cat
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£9.49
SPCK Publishing Dad Youre Not Funny and other Poems
Book SynopsisThe second hilarious poetry collection from the author of The Day I Fell Down the Toilet
£7.99
Lucent Dreaming Miracles
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£9.50
Caboodle Books Limited Write the Wrongs
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£5.99
Caboodle Books Limited Get Moving
Book SynopsisAge range 3 to 7Swim with mermaidsRide a rocket Hide a dragon in your pocket Anything is possible in poems! Get Moving! brings together dinosaurs, sweets, football, fireworks and more to create a collection of poems to perform and read aloud.
£7.59
Caboodle Books Limited A Poetic AZ of Awesome Animals
Book SynopsisThis delightful book invites readers to explore the wonders of nature, one letter at a time.Each page is bursting with captivating poems and fascinating facts about animals. Perfect for bedtime stories, classroom read-alouds, or independent reading, A Poetic A-Z of Awesome Animals! is a wonderful blend of imagination, education, and entertainment.
£6.99
Caboodle Books Limited Babblin Animal Raps
Book Synopsis101 Raps Inside!!
£6.99
Blue Tang Ltd When Piggy Was a Swine
Book SynopsisOnce upon a time when Piggy was a swine, / she jumped over a clothesline and hurt her behind. Go along with little Piggy on her crazy adventures adapted from a traditional Jamaican rhyme. Read and learn simple rhymes, pig songs, pig nursery rhymes, and pig proverbs. This storybook is perfect for early readers.
£8.99
Cameron & Company Inc Beautiful Day!: Petite Poems for All Seasons
Book SynopsisA picture book of haiku-inspired poems celebrating the four seasonsBeautiful day!Teach me, too, how to fly,mother swallow! In simple, poetic verse, a child observes their world from spring to summer, and autumn through winter, in this gentle ode to the seasons, accompanied by exquisite illustrations.
£10.44
Cameron & Company Inc Starflower: The Making of a Poet, Edna St.
Book SynopsisA lyrical picture book biography about American poet Edna St. Vincent Millay’s childhood and the two sisters who inspired her Good things come in threes, like peas like wishes like sisters. Vincent—American poet Edna St. Vincent Millay—began writing and publishing poetry as a child. She grew up in coastal Maine with her two sisters and plenty of books, music, and nature, but often without parents—her father left home when they were young, and her mother, a nurse, traveled for months at a time to support them. Vincent and her two sisters often had to fiercely fend for themselves, from the daily to-do lists of keeping house, through bitterly cold winters and blight, which proved to be good fodder for indoor and outdoor adventures alike—and for poetry. Gorgeously illustrated by Jasmin Dwyer, Starflower is a poetic picture book biography as fiery and unconventional as Vincent herself.Trade Review“The authors’ imagery sings. Realistically rendered figures, calico-clad, long-haired, and White-presenting, cavort among stylized, sun-washed meadow flowers. An often lilting celebration of the poet’s early anchors and incipient artistic voyaging.” * Kirkus Reviews *
£12.59
Cameron & Company Inc Hope Is the Thing with Feathers Petite Poems
Book Synopsis 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 us that hope is always there when we need it, never asking for anything in return. Originally written in 1861, this enduring poem is now accessible to future generations.
£10.79
Blue Tang Ltd When Kiddy Was Home Alone
Book SynopsisThis is the story of when Kiddy was home alone. / On that fateful day the goat wandered and roamed. Go along with Kiddy on her crazy adventures as she enters Boysie''s home and wreaks havoc everywhere. The naughty she-goat makes a mess in the kitchen, plays dress-up, takes a bath and gets into some really BIG trouble! Find out about Kiddy''s many calamities on that eventful day. Read and learn simple rhymes, as well as admire the amusing and charming illustrations. This storybook is perfect for early readers.
£8.99
Doodles & Scribbles Parrots Don't Live in the City!
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£7.59
Speaking Tiger A Tree Of My Own
Book SynopsisOne day, a cherry seed falls to the ground. It lies forgotten, till a little plant appears. It pushes its way out of the soil, not demanding much as it grows into a tree-just some water, a loving word now and then. Till the time comes when there it stands, tall and proud, a bearer of red, sweet cherries.
£12.00
Double 9 Booksllp The King Of The Dark Chamber
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£10.46
Austin Macauley Publishers FZE Who Rules the World in Wonderland
Book SynopsisIn her twelve years of life, this is the first time Areej must truly start to find a meaning in her life as she goes through major emotional and territorial changes. Everything and everyone around her is changing and there is no stable, solid ground for Areej to put her feet on. As she struggles to bounce back from a dramatic fall from grace, she decides to pick up her pen. Suddenly, this pen is her new best friend. Her rock, alongside her family. With her family supporting her and her pen in hand, Areej writes multiple poems, long and short, to calm her soul and pull on the strings of friendship, love and loss that connect and ground her to this world. As she reveals fragments of her story, those fragments merge together to form a larger narrative, one with the intention to provide an offering of hope in the present and for future generations. Who Rules the World in Wonderland? takes us on a poetic adventure as they explore the intricate corners of human emotion in a body of work that
£6.99
Austin Macauley Publishers LLC Glow Light
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£7.99
Austin Macauley Publishers LLC I Was...
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£8.54
Austin Macauley Publishers LLC The Good The Bad and The Random Times of Life
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£7.55
Elina Ivanov A Little Bee
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£13.59
Artvoices Art Books Some Poems for Children by Three Poets
£16.58
Penguin Young Readers Black Girl You Are Atlas
Book SynopsisA thoughtful celebration of Black girlhood by award-winning author and poet Renée Watson.
£14.39
Faber & Faber Cat Morgan
Book SynopsisI once was a Pirate what sailed the 'igh seasBut now I've retired as a com-mission-aire:And that's how you find me a-takin' my easeAnd keepin' the door in a Bloomsbury Square.Join Cat Morgan, the swashbuckling pirate as he sails the Barbary Coast in this sixth picture book pairing from Arthur Robins and T. S. Eliot''s Old Possum Cats.
£6.64
Quarto Publishing PLC One Little Word
Book Synopsis*Sunday Times: One to Watch* This beautiful and moving picture book from Waterstones Children's Laureate, Joseph Coelho, tells the story of how a big, hairy argument gets in between two best friends. 'The argument came from nowhere. It sat huge and bloated in the middle of the playground between me and my best friend.' This big hairy monster appears out of the blue one day, splitting up the best friends and growing bigger and bigger, until it starts to ruin all the children in the playground's fun.Together, they learn how to shrink the monster until it vanishes completely, to the point where they can't even remember what it looks like!Coelho's gentle and lyrical verse pair perfectly with Allison Colpoys' beautiful illustrations to create a book which will be treasured by young readers. This is an ode to the powerTrade Review“The children’s laureate’s engaging contribution to the picture book trend for blobby creatures that represent feelings. “Sorry” makes anger vanish. With lively illustrations of the playground.” * The Sunday Times - One To Watch *“This relatable tale explains the importance of apologising – and then forgetting.” * The Sun *“A big hairy monster comes between two friends in this rhyming story about friendship and the power of saying sorry by the current UK Children’s Laureate.” * The Bookseller *A touching story about the importance of friendship and the power of saying sorry.” * The Bookseller - Black Issue *“The perfect platform for discussing conflicts in friendships.” * WRD Magazine *
£11.69
Crabtree Publishing Co,Canada Maggie McNitch
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Quarto Publishing PLC My Life as a Goldfish: and other poems
Book Synopsis Magic slipsbetween the cracks in real life. One day you will step on it. A monster’ s lunch, a wolf boy, Monday mornings, monkeys, headlice, Christmas, making friends, goldfish – and lots more. Full of jokes, surprises and puzzles, but also sensitive and thought-provoking, this is a spellbinding new collection from the winner of the CLPE Poetry Award.Trade Review'Lovely. A good follow up to the delightful, award-winning Language of Cat, this book features poems short and long, sometimes rhyming, sometimes not. I can’t find a poem I don’t like in here. Some of them are light hearted, but some are quite serious; most will appeal to adults as well as children.'"This book is like opening a box of joy and laughter – we all love it."'Lovely. A good follow up to the delightful, award-winning Language of Cat, this book features poems short and long, sometimes rhyming, sometimes not. I can’t find a poem I don’t like in here. Some of them are light hearted, but some are quite serious; most will appeal to adults as well as children.'"This book is like opening a box of joy and laughter – we all love it."
£8.54
Red Comet Press LLC Aloha Everything
Book Synopsis ★ 'A stunning tribute to Hawaiian culture and identity.'–starred review, KirkusAloha Everything, is a magical story that will take you on a thrilling journey through the breathtaking islands of Hawaiʻi! In this exciting adventure, you'll encounter mighty canoes crashing over ocean waves, regal hawks soaring high above the clouds, and brilliant lizards jumping nimbly through forest trees! Most importantly, you'll meet a courageous young girl named Ano who learns, grows, and comes to love her island home with all her heart. Since the day that Ano was born, her heart has been connected to her home. But, this adventurous child has a lot to learn! When Ano begins to dance hula — a storytelling dance form that carries the knowledge, history, and folklore of the Hawaiian people — Ano comes to understand the true meaning of aloha.Aloha Everything is both a captivating rea
£13.49
Little Tiger Press Group Once Upon a Rhythm: The story of music
Book SynopsisIt hums and it thrums through day and night the magical, mystical rhythm of life! Follow the story of music back to the very beginning. Did it start with a stomp or a clap? This playful poem is an ode to the colourful world of music and rhythm.
£7.59
The Emma Press The Bee Is Not Afraid Of Me: A Book of Insect
Book SynopsisCan you imagine a world without bees? Did you know that dung beetles are awesome recyclers? Insects pollinate, recycle and are an important food source for many animals – they’re tiny but mighty superheroes of the animal kingdom. This is an anthology of children’s poems which will educate and excite youngsters about the fascinating world of insects. With factual notes alongside the poems, and black line illustrations.Table of ContentsQuestions for an entomologist by Myles McLeod; Insect Hotel by Kate O’Neil; Cabbage white by Becky Kleanthous; I by Becky Kleanthous; Moth by Elli Woollard; Not cricket by Elli Woollard; Termite by Elli Woollard; Ask a katydid by Celia Berrell; Rockin’ Bug Band by Diana Murray; True bugs are suckers by Celia Berrell; Life cycle by Susan Byrne; Fritillary by Stephen Bone; When a ladybird gets scared by Joanne Lloyd; Beetle Soup by Christy Mihaly; Dragonfly by Anita John; Picture a Beetle by Karen Horsley; Hercules the Beetle by Joanne Lloyd; Beetle Incantation by Lydia Syson; Song of the Dung Beetle by Elli Woollard; Our Planet by Susan Byrne; Name-calling by Elizabeth F. Hill; Unlikely Flight by Lydia Syson; The Coleoptera Ceilidh by Jane MacKenzie; Archie by Anneliese Emmans Dean; Pyrophorus noctilucus by Kate O’Neil; How to Be a Master Survivor (aka Cockroach) by Sharon Dalgleish; I am considering ants by M. V. Williams; Café Six by Kate O’Neil; Aerial Gymnast in the Clothes of a Clown by Robert Ensor; Yoga for Insects by Myles McLeod; Pond Dipping by Ros Woolner; Dazzling Dragonflies by Nina Hoole; Episyrphus balteatus by John Kitchen; Waggle Dance Navigation by Maureen Anderson; Shield Bug by Imogen Forster; Luna Moth by Christy Mihaly; The Change by Anneliese Emmans Dean; High Brown Fritillary by Rebecca Gethin; Flesh-fly by Anneliese Emmans Dean; How to recognise insects by Maureen Anderson; A pest’s request by Gabrielle Turner; Ruins by Richard Westcott; The Pond Skater Swagger by Helen Clare; Mayfly May by Chrissie Gittins; The Mayfly by Jane Mackenzie Can a Beetle Fly? by Karen Horsley; Interview with an entomologist; Write your own poem; Insect project ideas.
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The Emma Press The Book of Clouds
Book SynopsisIt’s time to let your imagination fly…If you look up on a cloudy day, you'll see a whole new surprising world above you - the world of clouds! The Book of Clouds is an introduction to this world - and the guide you'll want by your side to help you understand it.A mix of dreamy fantasy and scientific fact, this is the perfect gift for any child with their head stuck in the clouds - and for anyone who has ever wondered what's up there in the skies above. This book is ideal for children to use as a starting point for their own imaginative creative play. It is full of playful poems, inspiring, anarchic illustrations, and guides to all of the different aspects of clouds that you could want to know about.With 25 poems and many full-page illustrations that use watercolour and collage, you won’t be able to pick The Book of Clouds up without wanting to immediately start making your own cloud diary. So The Book of Clouds comes with 9 pages for your own notes and sketches at the end - let it truly become YOUR book of clouds! Trade ReviewReaders are in for a real treat as Latvian poet Juris Kronbergs, born in Sweden to a family of Latvian artists, has created an innovative selection of poetry – a mix of funny and playful poems that combine scientific fact and the very many meanings of the word ‘cloud’... It’s no mean feat to translate poetry and Māra Rozīte and Richard O’Brien have done an excellent job in making these poems accessible in English to a whole new audience. -- Outside In World * Outside In World *This cloudy compilation of poetry, art and a good pinch of humour by Latvian poet Kronbergs, appeals to the skygazer in us all. The twenty-five poems in this book tell a story of clouds; from how they move and travel, to how they shapeshift and of course how they transform weather. Interspersed throughout, Melece’s art reflects the comic nebulous nature of clouds. Impish faces anthropomorphise the cumulus characters in different skies, brought to life by a truly playful array of mixed media and watercolours. -- Children's Books Ireland/Inis Magazine * Children's Books Ireland *The delightful book explores its subject in a new and interesting way. Presented as an illustrated book of poetry, this collection is sure to inspire young readers (and writers) to think creatively about the natural world. Taking by turns, a humorous and fact based approach, these poems are excellently well crafted and present the many natures of clouds. -- Literature Works * Literature Works *This wonderful book about the magic of clouds is full of surprising and original poems, perfect for upper key stage two children either at school or at home. The poems are by turns bouncy, funny, quirky and thoughtful, and, being translated from Latvian, have a freshness that will appeal to those looking for something a bit different. -- BookTrust * Book Trust * In this delightful, whimsical and charmingly illustrated book, Juris Kronbergs explores the appearance and ephemeral nature of clouds in 26 poems. My favourites include one in which a cloud has a nightmare about evaporating, and one where real cloud names morph into descriptive ones and then into imagined ones. At the end of the book, the author gives ideas about how to write or illustrate a poem. The annotated illustrations are great fun and complement the poems, making the book one that you can look at for much longer than it takes to read the words. -- MetLink, Royal Meterological Society 'It has colour illustrations throughout and is unashamedly whimsical. A book to dip into when considering the weather as a theme for writing, perhaps, as one can have too many cloud-related poems at one sitting.' * NATE Teaching English Magazine *
£10.80
The Book Guild Ltd Wonderground
Book SynopsisHow would Queen Victoria have liked her very own Underground train line?What happened on the Bakerloo when a rude guy with large headphones met THE MAGNIFICENT ELEPHANT (with his small brain)?Why does Peggy, named after famous astronaut, Peggy Whitson, love to ride the futuristic Jubilee line?And do pigeons really use the Underground?Jam-packed with wonderful characters, cultural and factual London references, and cross-generational wit, hop onboard Wonderground to find out. A delightfully imaginative and beautifully illustrated book that contains 11 tailored rhymes for the 11 Underground lines and culminating in some tantalising Tube-Train-Trivia.
£7.59
Walker Books Ltd Wearing My Mothers Heart
Book SynopsisFrom acclaimed performance poet Sophia Thakur comes a powerful new collection of poems about what it means to be a woman, intergenerational relationships, finding your voice and learning to speak out.To my children I will sayLet the river break between your lips...In her lyrical and heartfelt second poetry collection, Sophia Thakur takes us on an emotionally charged journey through the past lives of women and considers what it means to be a woman in today''s society. Exploring topics such as identity, race, politics, relationships, mental health and self-love, she weaves together the voices of a grandmother, mother and daughter, and examines how past generations have given us the freedom to speak out. Encompassing love, from first crush to break-up, the history that comes before us, and the brave moments that make us, this collection will resonate with all young women as they approach the joys and pain of adulthood and learn to navigate life.Trade ReviewThe stories of her foremothers are woven into the work; she celebrates their strength and bravery. * Books of the year: Best new poetry of 2022, Irish Times *A wonderful affirmative message for young women as they approach the joys and pain of adulthood and have to learn to navigate life. Highly recommended. -- Joy Court * LoveReading4Kids *“[..] beautifully written collection […] A wonderful affirmative message for young women as they approach the joys and pain of adulthood and have to learn to navigate life.” * Love Reading *a beautifully written collection of poems suitable for older children with great discussion points being raised. * NetGalley *A beautiful collection of poetry which speaks deep to the soul of the reader. The imagery conjured by the poet evokes a feeling of deep rooted identity and family history through the lens of motherhood. * NetGalley *
£7.59
Enchanted Lion Books This is a Poem that Heals Fish
Book Synopsis"Exuding magic and unbridled creativity on every page, this is a book with the potential to heal more than just fish."-Publishers Weekly "An enchantingly abstract invitation to ponder poetry."-Kirkus Reviews "A great book for any age! At this very moment, it feels like one of the best books I've ever bought!"-A Year of Reading blogTrade Review"This Is A Poem That Heals Fish is a rare little miracle of a book. It manages the brilliant trick of explaining the abstract concept of a 'poem' to a child through the simple but effective art of demonstration. The book itself is a perfectly constructed poem."- posterband.com "Exuding magic and unbridled creativity on every page, this is a book with the potential to heal more than just fish." - Publishers Weekly "An enchantingly abstract invitation to ponder poetry." - Kirkus Reviews "A great book for any age! At this very moment, it feels like one of the best books I've ever bought!" -- A Year of Reading
£16.38
HarperCollins Publishers Hourglass
Book SynopsisThe third novel in the internationally bestselling EVERNIGHT series a vampire romance with a shocking twist.Bianca will risk everything to be with Lucas.After escaping from Evernight Academy, the vampire boarding school where they met, Bianca and Lucas take refuge with Black Cross, a fanatical group of vampire hunters. Bianca must hide her supernatural heritage or risk certain death at their hands. But when Black Cross captures her friend the vampire Balthazar hiding is no longer an option.Soon, Bianca and Lucas are on the run again, pursued not only by Black Cross, but by the powerful leaders of Evernight. Yet no matter how far they travel, Bianca can''t escape her destiny.Bianca has always believed their love could survive anything but can it survive what''s to come?Trade ReviewPraise for ‘Evernight’:“Once I picked up ‘Evernight’ I couldn’t put it down! I can’t wait for Claudia Gray’s next book!”L. J. Smith, best-selling author of ‘The Vampire Diaries’
£999.99
