Children’s / Teenage: Poetry / poems
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Light Filters In Poems
Book SynopsisIn the vein of poetry collections like Milk and Honey and Adultolescence, this compilation of short, powerful poems from teen Instagram sensation @poeticpoison perfectly captures the human experience.Trade Review“A young poet dips into the ink of her experience and writes her own light into existence.” — Laurie Halse Anderson, author of Speak “Caroline’s words are an honest, lyrical kick in the teeth.” — Amanda Lovelace, bestselling author of the princess saves herself in this one “Kaufman’s willingness to share and artfully articulate her vulnerability has already proved vitally important for the legions of followers she’s garnered as an “Instapoet,” and will now prove similarly validating and empowering for those teens who discover her work through print…. A top addition to YA poetry collections.” — School Library Journal (starred review) “Debut author Kaufman’s voice is authentic, and her experiences, feelings, and journey toward healing are convincing. This book could be a lifeline for survivors and provide insight for others.” — Kirkus Reviews “Her warmly conversational tone suggests assurance and solidarity with readers that she sees as allies in brave combat against overwhelming darkness.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
£10.44
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Crossover TieIn Edition
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Little, Brown & Company Away with Words
Book SynopsisWords are remarkable / Here is a book / Where you''ll not only listen / You also will look / Where you''ll not only look / But you also will think / About words and their meanings / And how in the blink / Of an eye or a letter / Their meanings can change / Words are remarkable / Language is strange!In this poetry collection, the masterful Mary Ann Hoberman celebrates the joy of wordplay with poems about the alphabet, assonance, alliteration, grammar and punctuation, similes, rhythm and rhyme, and so much more! Every poem is accompanied with limited palette spot art, by debut children''s illustrator Perry Hoberman (Mary Ann''s son), to amuse and delight readers of all ages. With a perfect trim size (8 x 10), this is an ideal gift for readers of all ages and suited for Poetry Month placement.
£12.99
Little, Brown & Company Augusta Savage
Book SynopsisAugusta Savage was arguably the most influential American artist of the 1930s. A gifted sculptor, Savage was commissioned to create a portrait bust of W.E.B. Du Bois for the New York Public Library. She flourished during the Harlem Renaissance, and became a teacher to an entire generation of African American artists, including Jacob Lawrence, and would go on to be nationally recognized as one of the featured artists at the 1939 World''s Fair. She was the first-ever recorded Black gallerist. After being denied an artists'' fellowship abroad on the basis of race, Augusta Savage worked to advance equal rights in the arts. And yet popular history has forgotten her name. Deftly written and brimming with photographs of Savage''s stunning sculpture, this is an important portrait of an exceptional artists who, despite the limitations she faced, was compelled to forge a life through art and creativity.
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Little, Brown & Company One Minute Till Bedtime
Book SynopsisTime for bed? Time for poetry! Former Children''s Poet Laureate Kenn Nesbitt presents a blockbuster collection of brief, original gems by the most beloved writers and poets of our time. Illuminated with dreamlike wit and whimsy by New York Times illustrator and award-winning artist Christoph Niemann, here is a new bedtime classic. Containing more than 140 original contributions, including all-new poems from Jack Prelutsky, Jon Scieszka, Dennis Lee, Sharon Creech, Nancy Willard, Mary Ann Hoberman, Nikki Grimes, Judith Viorst, Lemony Snicket, Lee Bennet Hopkins, Naomi Shihab Nye, X. J. Kennedy, Jane Yolen, and many more, bedtime just got easier. When it''s time for tuck-in, and your little one wants just one more moment with you, fill it with something that will feed the imagination and fuel a love of reading. Share a one-minute poem!
£16.14
Little, Brown & Company Hey Black Child
Book SynopsisSix-time Coretta Scott King Award winner and four-time Caldecott Honor recipient Bryan Collier brings this classic, inspirational poem to life, written by poet Useni Eugene Perkins.Hey black child,Do you know who you are?Who really are?Do you know you can beWhat you want to beIf you try to beWhat you can be? This lyrical, empowering poem celebrates black children and seeks to inspire all young people to dream big and achieve their goals.
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Little, Brown & Company Extraordinary Magic
Book SynopsisThis lyrical picture book biography tells the story of one of America''s most celebrated children''s book authors, Virginia Hamilton, the first African American to win the Newbery Medal, and is perfect for fans of Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré.Virginia was free.To be a dreamer.To be a wanderer.To be her own unique self.Free to be.Virginia Hamilton was only nine years old when she decided she would become a writer. Growing up in the countryside of Ohio, she listened to her family''s stories and knew that words held extraordinary magic. From her childhood years discovering her love for storytelling, to her early adult life honing her craft in the city, Virginia found her voice in her writing as she began a career defined by her roots. Through interconnected poems, this moving biography celebrates the remarkable life of the highly decorated and much beloved Virginia Hamilton. It''s a stu
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Little, Brown & Company No More Poems
Book Synopsis Acclaimed singer-songwriter Rhett Miller teams up with Caldecott Medalist and bestselling artist Dan Santat in a riotous collection of irreverent poems for modern families. In the tradition of Shel Silverstein, these poems bring a fresh new twist to the classic dilemmas of childhood as well as a perceptive eye to the foibles of modern family life. Full of clever wordplay and bright visual gags--and toilet humor to spare--these twenty-three rhyming poems make for an ideal read-aloud experience. Taking on the subjects of a bullying baseball coach and annoying little brothers with equally sly humor, renowned lyricist Rhett Miller''s clever verses will have the whole family cackling.
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Little, Brown & Company On the Day the Horse Got Out
Book SynopsisPerfect for fans of They All Saw a Cat or Du Iz Tak?, here is a standout picture book debut about curiosity, cause-and-effect, and connectedness, which blends child-appealing rhyme with playful, distinctive artwork. In this gorgeously rendered tale, Audrey Helen Weber masterfully blends suspense and nonsense, imaginative artwork, and a flawless rhythm that evokes some of the most beloved read-aloud classics, from Mother Goose to Eric Carle. On the day the horse got out . . the bells all rang, the birds flew south, the rabbit dug a bit too deep, and the beetle cried out in its sleep... But what happened to the horse? Did she find what she was looking for? Drawing on the influence of nursery rhymes, fables, folklore, folk art, and mythology—and combined with Audrey Helen Weber's own playful and surreal sensibility, page-turning suspense and read-aloud magic—here is a transcendent journey that tells a new story with every read.
£15.19
Little, Brown & Company Wolfpack
Book SynopsisThis shocking, suspenseful novel about a group of teenage girls living in a cult reveals the terrifying paranoia and suspicion that emerges when one of them goes missing– perfect for fans of We Were Liars. Nine girls bound together in beautiful, virtuous Havenwood, a refuge from an unsafe world. Then there are eight one of them gone — departed with no warning. Did this member of their pack stray willingly, or did something more sinister occur? The girls seek answers not knowing if they should be angry or frightened or perhaps, they should be both.
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Little, Brown & Company The Canyons Edge
Book Synopsis Hatchet meets Long Way Down in this heartfelt and gripping novel in verse about a young girl's struggle for survival after a climbing trip with her father goes terribly wrong. One year after a random shooting changed their family forever, Nora and her father are exploring a slot canyon deep in the Arizona desert, hoping it will help them find peace. Nora longs for things to go back to normal, like they were when her mother was still alive, while her father keeps them isolated in fear of other people. But when they reach the bottom of the canyon, the unthinkable happens: A flash flood rips across their path, sweeping away Nora's father and all of their supplies. Suddenly, Nora finds herself lost and alone in the desert, facing dehydration, deadly snakes, venomous scorpions, and, worst of all, the Beast who has terrorized her dreams for the past year. If Nora is going to save herself and her father, she must conquer her fears, defeat the Beast, and find the courage to live her new life.Don't miss Dusti Bowling's new novel, Dust, available for preorder now.
£12.34
Little, Brown & Company Every Story Ever Told
Book SynopsisIn this life-affirming novel of trauma and recovery, a girl searches for a path forward after being forced to confront the reality of gun violence, for fans of Dusti Bowling and Jasmine Warga. Stevie Jane Cohen-Kaplan’s sheltered suburban life is shattered by a mass shooting at a festival in her town. In the aftermath, her brain feels broken. She can’t bear to visit her mom, recovering in the hospital under Stevie’s dad’s watchful eye, or to be pent up in her grandparents’ nearby Manhattan apartment. To escape the apartment and her own thoughts, Stevie starts adventuring around New York City with her best friend, Avi, and a new therapy dog (in training). The trio starts chasing stories—about a neighbor’s life after the Holocaust, Stevie’s grandfathers who died of AIDS long before she was born, and even about her own mom’s activist upbringing. These stories may not bring Stevie all the way back to “normal,” but can they help her find a new version of herself? Written with compassion and care, Every Story Ever Told places readers at the center of their own story and within a larger human tapestry, as one girl tries to make sense of the unthinkable.“A lyrically written, moving story about family, friendship, and the desperate need to tell our stories to a broken world.” —Dusti Bowling, bestselling author of The Canyon’s Edge and Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus
£14.24
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers Dinosaurs in Trucks Because Hey Why Not
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Uhlanga Imbewu Yesini
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Hachette Australia The Cheeky Toddler Alphabet
Book SynopsisAn A-to-Z celebration of the chaos and tenderness of the toddler years - that bittersweet window of domestic life when each day is a magical bunfight that you wouldn't trade for anything . . . or would you? From bestselling and award-winning author Davina Bell and critically acclaimed illustrator Jennifer Falkner.
£15.19
Little, Brown & Company Hustle Bustle Bugs
Book SynopsisLearn all about the tiny, busy world of bugs in this fun-and-fact-filled celebration of the world just outside our front doors.Secret cities buzz and bustle with itty-bitty hard work hustle. Crouch down low—hush. You’ll see how bugs build a community! Ready with their magnifying glass, camera, and scrapbook, two young sisters head into nature to discover all the bugs they can. And the critters are hard at work! From carpenter ants chewing up old trees (like builders clearing a construction site) to butterflies spreading pollen (like gardeners planting seeds) to crickets making beautiful sounds (like musicians playing instruments), bugs belong to a busy world just like people. With amazingly detailed photographic illustrations of realistic creatures and environments—created with coffee grounds, flower petals, foam footballs, and more—and a bouncy, rhyming text, Hustle Bustle Bugs will have young readers looking more closely at the grass, leaves, and trees around them, and appreciating the community they share!
£14.24
Crabtree Publishing Co,US Read Recite and Write Narrative Poetry Poets
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Crabtree Publishing Co,US Read Recite and Write Nursery Rhymes Poets
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Holiday House Inc I Talk Like a River
Book SynopsisWinner of the Schneider Family Book AwardBoston Globe-Horn Book Award Winner What if words got stuck in the back of your mouth whenever you tried to speak? What if they never came out the way you wanted them to?Sometimes it takes a change of perspective to get the words flowing.A New York Times Best Children''s Book of the YearI wake up each morning with the sounds of words all around me. And I can''t say them all . . . When a boy who stutters feels isolated, alone, and incapable of communicating in the way he''d like, it takes a kindly father and a walk by the river to help him find his voice. Compassionate parents everywhere will instantly recognize a father''s ability to reconnect a child with the world around him.Poet Jordan Scott writes movingly in this powerful and ultimately uplifting book, based on his own experience, and masterfully illustrated by Greenaway Medalist Sydney Smith. A book
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Caboodle Books Limited Me and My Poems Poetry
Book SynopsisAge range 9 to 12 years Nick Toczek doesn't just read out his poems, he SHOUTSand CHANTS them, DANCES and LEAPS them, WHISPERSand SCREAMS them! See if you can read them out loudlike him or
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Caboodle Books Limited Cats N Bats N Slugs N Bugs Collected Creature
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Caboodle Books Limited It Wasnt Me Miss
Book SynopsisAge range 9 to 12 It wasn't me Miss....Then who was it?This perfect, laughing poetry. Read it and feel the tingle inyour toes, the giggle in your grin, the titter in your tummyand the chuckle on your chin.Live it, love it, laugh it, crack a smile. Be in stitches for awhile, then ask, who did it?
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Caboodle Books Limited Space Rocks
Book SynopsisAge range 9 to 12Want a close encounter of the absurd kind or worse? Then blast off with these asteroids from across the looney verse. Rockin' poems that are funny and ace! I would tell you more but there's not enough space!
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Caboodle Books Limited Rappaman to the Rescue In the book of Rooms
Book SynopsisAge range 12 to 17 years Rappaman to the Rescue is a collection of poems forchildren that teach about the importance of respect,love, liberty, social justice, and truth and rights. The bookalso takes inspiration from different cultures around theworld, including Jamiaca, from where Donovan's familyoriginates.
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Flapjack Press The Story of Spark the Goblin Wizard
Book SynopsisSpark's magic can transform anything. He'll turn the bogeys up his nose into some pink ribbons and bows. He'll make a gorgeous high heeled shoe out of a pile of donkey poo... But terrible things have started to happen in his forest - wasps, werewolves, spells going disastrously wrong - calamities maybe not even Spark can stop... For ages 5+Trade Review"One of Manchester's most enthusiastic, energetic storytellers, whose passion for poetry is infectious ... reminding everyone that poetry can be an enormous bag of raucous fun!" - Helên Thomas, author of award-winning children's collection We Are Poets!
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Flapjack Press The Story of When Trolls Try to Eat Your Goldfish
Book SynopsisIn the middle of the night there is a noise - a snuffling and a shuffling and a splintering of wood. A line of Troll prints lead out the door, across the lawn and into the deep, dark forest... Nikki's goldfish, Great Bumbleduke the Third, needs rescuing!For ages 5+Trade Review"Dominic is an exceptional force in the poetry and spoken word scene." - John McGrath, Artistic Director, National Theatre Wales
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Flapjack Press The Story of the Dragon Who Hates Poetry
Book SynopsisRick loves poetry. He thinks it's exciting, funny and imaginative. But all across the land poets are being silenced - by a dragon! How can Rick avoid being eaten and help save the village from this fiery fiend? For ages 5+Trade Review"Dommy B is a well-respected name in live literature who has now turned his hand to, and mastered, the art of children's storytelling. The Dragon Who Hates Poetry will delight and enthral children everywhere. Read the book, join the fight to tame a dragon with words, and catch the show if you can!" - Liz O'Neill, CEO, Z-arts
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Flapjack Press The Story of Aaaaaaaaaaaaagh Dinosaurs
Book SynopsisA young troll must defend the town from a gang of destructive, deadly dinosaurs! Recruiting allies - a goblin wizard and a snotty, sneezing dragon - does this troll have what it takes to save the day and calm these dangerous dinos' raging reign? Children's poetry adventure adapted from author's stage show, suitable for ages 5-10 years.Trade Review"The audience was enchanted." **** one4review; "Everything kids go wild for." **** festmag [One of Fest's Top 8 Shows of Edinburgh Fringe 2016]
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Caboodle Books Limited Jurassic Cove Other Jolly Japes
Book SynopsisAges 6 to 12 years Jurassic Cove & Other Jolly Japes is Clive Pig's second collection of stories, poems and wordy whatsamajigs.
£7.59
Caboodle Books Limited Spozs Shorts and the Occasional Long One
Book SynopsisA rip-roaringly humorous anthology from Birmingham's favourite Poet Laureate, Giovanni Esposito, better known as Spoz.
£7.59
Crabtree Publishing Co,Canada Chef Kates BurgerAndFries Surprise
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Crabtree Publishing Co,Canada Chef Kates Campfire Stew
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Crabtree Publishing Co,Canada Chef Kates Magic Bean Soup
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Disney Book Publishing Inc. Say Her Name
Book SynopsisA powerful, provocative collection of poems on the intersection between race and gender, paying tribute to victims of police brutality and #BlackLivesMatter.
£15.19
Disney Book Publishing Inc. The Year of Goodbyes
Book SynopsisLike other twelve-year-old girls, Jutta Salzberg enjoyed playing with friends, going to school, and visiting relatives. In Germany in 1938, these everyday activities were dangerous for Jews. Jutta and her family tried to lead normal lives, but soon they knew they had to escape-if they could, before it was too late.Throughout 1938, Jutta had her friends and relatives fill her poesiealbum-her autograph book-with inscriptions. Her daughter, Debbie Levy, used these entries as a springboard for telling the story of the Salzberg family''s last year in Germany. It was a year of change and chance, confusion and cruelty. It was a year of goodbyes.
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Walker Books Ltd The Missing The True Story of My Family in World
Book Synopsis***As heard on The Jeremy Vine Show******As heard on The Cerys Matthews Show***Michael Rosen is a master of pace and clarity Essential reading. The Times, Children's Book of the WeekFive stars ... extraordinary and affecting. The Telegraph, Children's Book of the WeekRosen handles the difficult topic as sensitively and thoughtfully as you would expect, always writing in a straightforward and accessible way for children. BookTrust, the UK's largest reading charityA personal, powerful and resonant account of the Holocaust by one of this country''s best-loved children's authors. By turns charming, shocking and heart-breaking, this is the true story of Michael Rosen's search for his relatives who went missing during the Second World War told through prose, poetry, maps and pictures. When Michael was growTrade ReviewRosen makes comparisons with the present-day refugee crisis and injects hope in the final chapter (and, boy, do we need it), with one of his best poems, Today; One Day. Essential reading. * The Times, Book of the Week *Rosen handles the difficult topic as sensitively and thoughtfully as you would expect, always writing in a straightforward and accessible way for children, interspersed with his own poetry. * BookTrust *What is so affecting about this book is its gentle tone. Instead of anger, there is contemplation – and, as always with Rosen, an innate ability to see every mystery through a child’s eyes. * The Telegraph *The personal connection, the use of source materials, the accessibility of the text and the way it encourages empathy (both with historical and current events) all make this an invaluable text for UKS2 and KS3. A poignant and essential read. * ReadingZone *Rosen intersperses his family memoir with his own poetry to create a fascinating, chilling and poignantly personal take on unimaginable horrors of genocide. * The Financial Times *
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Hachette Children's Group Umpteen Pockets
Book SynopsisLavish, gift collection of children's poems by the late, eminent Adrian Mitchell.Trade Review'If you read these poems, I promise you will hear Adrian Mitchell's exuberant voice-music, his anger at war and injustice, his compassion for the hurt, his love and celebration of all things bright and beautiful. You'll hear his feet tapping along the lines and this friendly dog bounding along beside him. And you'll hear a secret and know it to be true ... that goos poets don't really die, they live on in their poems" -- Carol Ann Duffy * Carousel *A great investment to introduce children to a superb poet * The Bookseller *Nobody has produced more surprising verse or genuinely inspired fun than Adrian Mitchell -- Ted Hughes * Books For Keeps *Endlessly entertaining * Booktrust *'These vivid, surprising poems from the much-loved late Adrian Mitchell are about anything and everything. Some are playful, some are thoughtful, and they evoke all kinds of emotions. With their insistent rhythms, they'll be read and listened to again and again by readers of every age.' * Woman's Weekly *Utterly distinctive and addictive ... every school library should have a copy * Nursery Education Plus *'A volume which serves as a worthy memorial.' * Irish Times *'Adrian Mitchell had that rare ability to appeal to all ages and this inspiring volume, illustrated with wit and energy by Tony Ross, is brimming with musical, provocative, humourous, challenging, but most of all life-affirming verse that should be read out loud every day. Anyone who can rhyme 'miserable' with 'inviserable' still has a child's heart beating inside him. A glorious reflection of the man himself - who forbade his poetry to be used in school examinations: a rebel with a cause.' * Daily Mail *Treasure this book. ***** * Books For Keeps *A great investment to introduce children to a superb poet. * Bookseller *This book is a splendid memorial as well as an endlessly entertaining, inspiring and special present for children. * Book Trust Guide *
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Disney Book Publishing Inc. Poems To Learn By Heart
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Disney Publishing Worldwide Rutherford B Who Was He Poems About Our
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Lulu Press Songs of Innocence and Songs of Experience
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Amazon Publishing Circus Train
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Hyperion Have You Heard About Lady Bird
Book SynopsisThe role of First Lady has been defined differently by each woman who''s held it, but all of them left an impact on our nation as partner of the commander in chief.Incisive poetry by Marilyn Singer and energetic art by Nancy Carpenter provide a fascinating glimpse into the lives of women-from Martha Washington to Eleanor Roosevelt to Lady Bird Johnson-who variously embraced the position and shied away from it, craved the spotlight and fiercely guarded their privacy, took controversial stands and championed for the status quo. Detailed back matter includes short biographies, quotations, and more.
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Pan Macmillan The Twelve Days of Christmas: Grandma is Overly
Book SynopsisA gorgeously illustrated Christmas classic re-written and illustrated by Alex T. Smith, The Twelve Days of Christmas, or Grandma is Overly Generous, is the creator of the Claude series and How Winston Delivered Christmas.On the first day of Christmas my Grandma sent to me . . .Grandma's presents may start off sensible – a partridge is easy enough to take care of – but her generosity soon gets wildly out of hand . . . The Twelve Days of Christmas: Or Grandma is Overly Generous is a witty new take on the festive classic The Twelve Days of Christmas, accompanied by beautiful full-colour illustrations, this is the perfect Christmas present for any child.Trade ReviewThe perfect Christmas present for kids of all ages - I hope there's one under the tree for me! -- Nina Pottell * Prima *A seasonal classic gets a new twist with a touch of Christmas chaos and beautiful illustrations. -- Charlotte Heathcote * The Express *Smith's precision-tooled cartooning and madcap sense of fun, which have helped make his Claude series a hit, never fail to delight -- James Lovegrove * The Financial Times *For young readers, it’s a thoroughly modern and joyful update on the traditional Christmas carol * The Evening Standard *This is hands down our favorite re-told classic Christmas book of 2020. My daughter loves the 12 days of Christmas and Alex has created such a fun twist on the song. Grandma’s presents start off fairly tame, but they soon get a bit out of control! The illustrations are absolutely spectacular and it’s great to see a little girl of color as the star of this fabulous Christmas book * Picture Book Perfect *Keep your eyes peeled for the fabulous details in the illustrations which capture the bonkers mayhem just brilliantly, in the true Alex T Smith style. A great one for Jolabokaflod gifting on Christmas Eve * My Book Corner *This gorgeously illustrated, warm and witty reimagining of the classic song comes packed with festive fun, madcap antics and brilliant eye-catching illustrations. With mishaps and misadventures, a wonderful creative twist on an old classic, and bright and bold illustrations to enjoy, this captivating Christmas cracker is the perfect gift for your little ones * Lancashire Evening Post *
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Pan Macmillan The Night Before Christmas
Book SynopsisClement C. Moore (1779-1863) was a New York professor of divinity and literature best remembered today for his poem A Visit From St Nicholas, which became known as Twas the Night Before Christmas.Eric Puybaret has already published more than 20 books in his native France, and is best known in the UK for his illustrations in PUFF, THE MAGIC DRAGON (978-0-230-70381-0). His dreamy, peaceful artwork conveys all the charm and wonder of this much-loved poem.
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Star Bright Books A Child's Garden of Verses
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Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S. Born Inside a Nest So Small
Book SynopsisA young child observes and admires a friendly ruby-throated hummingbird in this poetic love letter to the smallest birds in the world.A perfect rhyming and informative picture book about hummingbirds for curious 4-7-year-old backyard birders.Hummingbird, you nectar lover,how you dash and dart and hover?forward, backward, upside down.I love to watch you zip around.Admire a playful ruby-throated hummingbird alongside a young child, and learn about these birds? lives from teeniest tiniest egg to migrating south as the seasons change. With Iza Trapani?s pleasing rhymes and gentle introduction to these little hummers, young readers will delight in repeat read alouds!Back matter includes further reading on hummingbirds for the most insatiable kids.
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HarperCollins Focus The Complete Collection of Mother Goose Nursery
Book SynopsisRediscover the timeless nursery rhymes of Mother Goose in this gorgeous leather bound picture book, packed with beautiful, full-color illustrations and a stunning four-panel gatefold! These charming bedtime stories and fairy tales will delight and enchant children of all ages.Children and adults alike will be charmed by this freshly presented collection of classic nursery rhymes, featuring more than 100 enchanting and colorful illustrations by Rhode Island School of Design illustrator, Gina Baek.This Collectable edition of The Complete Collection of Mother Goose Nursery Rhymes: Features a beautiful leather bound picture book and four-page fold out illustration Is great for children ages 5+ Perfect for family read alouds or as bedtime stories Makes a great keepsake gift for young families, new parents, baby showers, or holiday’s Rediscover favorite tales, rhymes, and stories such as: Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star Humpty Dumpty Jack and Jill The Cat and the Fiddle Baa, Baa, Black Sheep and more!
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Astra Publishing House Thunder Underground
Book SynopsisThunder Underground – A rich tale of a girl and boy accompanied by several animals, go on a fantastic underground journey. In this collection of poems, noted children's poet Jane Yolen takes readers on an expedition underground, exploring everything from animal burrows and human creations, like subways, near the surface—to ancient cities and fossils, lower down—to caves, magma, and Earth's tectonic plates, deeper still below our feet. This book contains science, poetry, and an adventure story all rolled into one. But it's also more than that: In these poems we see that beneath us are the past, present, future—history, truth, and story. This thought-provoking collection will evoke a sense of wonder and awe in readers, as they discover the mysterious world underneath us.Trade Review★"Twenty-one poems...encourage children to explore what is under their feet using imagination and wonder. (E)ach poem honors the ability of young readers to navigate syntax, imagery, and wordplay. Yolen's treatment of the underground is expansive...(and) Masse's mixed-media illustrations portray the imaginary points of view with aplomb. A thoughtful exploration of nature expressed in poetry that should open the eyes of children to unseen worlds."—Kirkus Reviews, starred review★"Yolen pays tribute to the natural...and the man-made...as well as musing on lost cities, (and) pirate treasure...Blending creativity with scientific fact, (her) poems appeal to readers' imaginations and intellects alike."—Publishers Weekly, starred review"...This collection illuminates the rich world of activity that goes on beneath our feet. The warm, naturalistic illustrations of underground scenes...often contain an element of charming whimsy...(and) nicely compliment the verses. Great for either a school or public library."—Booklist"Through a variety of poetic forms, readers will...uncover buried history...The text embodies wonder and factual information...The detailed illustrations...tie the book together and provide little Easter eggs for kids to notice on every page. For scientists and daydreamers, this...volume of poetry approaches the world from a variety of thought-provoking perspectives in an attractive and engaging package." —School Library Journal“This book of short, fun poems… could be used to teach both poetry and content. The illustrations are bright and feature two children discovering all the wonderful things that live underground.”—School Library Connection“Twenty-one poems invite children to consider the worlds—natural and manmade— beneath their feet…. shifting perspectives add a sense of playfulness. Notes…for each poem round out this title, offering extra information, conversation starters, and possibly inspiration for children to write about their own subterranean interests."—The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
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