Children’s / Teenage: Poetry / poems
Kids Can Press Hawks Kettle, Puffins Wheel: And Other Poems of
Book SynopsisA lyrical celebration of the fascinating ways birds move through the air.
£15.29
Gibson Square Books Ltd A Lion Was Learning to Ski, and Other Limericks
Book SynopsisWhen he came across an old-English limerick that made him laugh, playwright Ranjit Bolt started writing nonsensical verse to entertain his friends. On a whim he decided to staple some together and offer them at a market in his home town of Cambridge when not writing plays. Readers would go away chuckling to themselves and the booklets flew away. Their chuckling response led to A Lion Was Learning to Ski.Trade Review'The rhythms and particular delights of the limerick form are so well exploited here. Perfect poems.' STEPHEN FRY: 'Ranjit Bolt is the deftest, most dexterous of wordsmiths, able to make an Alexandrine dance and anapaests do headstands. Here he is proving himself a limericist extraordinaire.' SIMON CALLOW
£11.77
Upfront Publishing Removing the Mask
Book SynopsisThe book, “Removing The Mask” is a selection of poems and writings which encapsulates the essences of change. While grounded in everyday experiences, these poems force the reflective side of our thinking to transport us to past happenings. These lived experiences capture memories of sadness and pain, and quickly create a sweet, balance through the equally uplifting passages which provide both empowerment and positivity for the reader. The book challenges the reader to explore how our experiences can affect how we process issues and how a lack of confidence can debilitate our sense of achievements, purpose, and self-worth. The book arrives at no specific solutions; instead it gently leads the reader to examine the questions stimulated by its content to journey through a host of personal experiences to arrive at a conclusion that is personal and empowering.
£12.08
Miles Kelly Publishing Ltd Classic Poems
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£12.74
Tradewind Books The Year I Was Grounded
Book SynopsisA year of growing up, reflected in word puzzles, poems and diary entries.
£8.05
Tradewind Books City Kids
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£9.45
Tradewind Books The Golden Touch
Book SynopsisThe story of King Midas is retold by Monty Python's Terry Jones in this stunning hardcover edition with an accompanying CD.
£9.50
Luath Press Ltd Septimus Pitt and the Grumbleoids
Book SynopsisThis collection of poems for children aged 8-14 are beautifully illustrated and have been hailed by teachers as a great introduction to poetry for children. From Mr Nobody, an unhappy spook who just wants to join the class, to the bizarre dress sense of the new teacher, or the spying and piracy that can occur in the playground in between sherbet dabs, this original collection of verse enlivens both teaching and learning poetry.Trade Review'This is a rich and entertaining poetry collection that can be used as a resource that teachers would welcome in the classroom.' - MAURA MCROBBIE, PRIMARY TEACHER, WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL 'This collection will inspire, delight and inform all who dip into it.' - ANNE WALLACE, EDUCATION OFFICER, GLASGOW MUSEUMS 'Brian's ability to capture experiences through sensory imagery is enhanced by the beautiful illustrations. These would keep even the most reluctant of young readers mesmerised.' - MAURA MCROBBIE
£8.54
Checkpoint Press More Poems for Children to Enjoy - and Teachers Too!
£12.39
Hogs Back Books Ltd Aunt Grizelda's Fairytales of the Unexpected
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£8.23
The Emma Press Falling Out of the Sky: Poems About Myths and
Book SynopsisFalling Out Of The Sky is a treasury of poems which retell classic myths, legends and fairytales from across the world. Hansel and Gretel’s witch takes us behind the scenes of the construction of her gingerbread cottage, and Medusa explains how the snakes on her head rule out a lot of options in everyday life – wearing a hat, for example. Full of alternate viewpoints and spirited new versions of old stories, Falling Out The Sky is a friendly introduction to poetry as well as the joy of literature. In tales about the beginning of time to the end of the world, poets and characters speak directly to the readers, revelling in the possibilities of storytelling. These are poems which parents can read aloud to younger children, and which older children can read to themselves, delighting in the mischief and invention of the poets.Trade ReviewAn exciting collection that challenges in a way few anthologies for children do.
£8.50
The Emma Press The Door Wizard
Book SynopsisThe Door Wizard is a modern nursery rhyme. It's part of a collectible series of six new classics by Latvian authors, translated into English for the first time. This tale by Pēters Brūveris is about the radical changes that happen when a wizard makes it impossible for a door to close. The outside comes in and the inside goes out. But what's a kid to do, caught in the middle of it all? The story is brought to life with colourful geometric illustrations of home life and the natural world by Paulis Liepa.
£999.99
Little Island All Better!
Book SynopsisEveryone hates going to the doctor – taking their medicine, having their temperature taken, maybe having to go for surgery. This collection of poems and rhymes helps to make being sick a little less scary, with poems about broken bones, the chickenpox, having an injection and many more – with characters that will make young readers smile and laugh. Children can sing along to Owen’s Broken Bone Blues, meet Ultan Ulrich Ultrasound – the man who can look right into your insides with his magical powers – and Eliza Analyser, who looks at all your cells under the microscope. Translated from Latvian and retold for the English market by award-winning Irish poet Catherine Ann Cullen.Trade ReviewWinter colds don’t stand a chance against Inese Zandere’s delightful poems in All Better, a joyful collection which has been reimagined for this English translation by Catherine Anne Cullen. Zandere turns germs into Jellylegs, temperatures into cheeky red imps and all the tools a doctor pokes and prods you with into instruments that are far more interesting than scary. Who could resist the X-ray specs of Ultan Ulrich, the “Secret Agent Ultrasound” who “went to a special school for spies – all that stuff beneath your skin [he] can visualise”, or Eliza Analyser with her “magic goggle eyes, The doctors collect samples for her to analyse”? Zandere’s rich reframing of illness, from the common cold to more serious, hospital-worthy woes, should force a smile from the most miserable patient, while Reinis Petersons’s illustrations will also gladden the heart. * The Irish Times *Winter colds don’t stand a chance against Inese Zandere’s delightful poems in All Better ... Zandere’s rich reframing of illness, from the common cold to more serious, hospital-worthy woes, should force a smile from the most miserable patient, while Reinis Petersons’s illustrations will also gladden the heart. * The Irish Times *
£7.59
Otter-Barry Books Ltd Adder, Bluebell, Lobster: Wild Poems
Book SynopsisIf you add an adder to an adder they are prone to have a dance, they writhe around each other till the strongest gets a chance to PUSH the other down. Watch out for bossy Beetroot! Be enchanted by a Bluebell witch’s thimble and spot a dive-bombing Lark or a cute Great-Crested Newt. From Adder to Wren, forty fantastic poems celebrate forty amazing animals, birds and plants and their beautiful names – which YOU can help poet Chrissie Gittins save from EXTINCTION. This is nature close up, exciting – and WILD.Trade Review"The poems are brilliant. We recommend for ages 6+ and for all ages.! * DolphinBooks - the blog *"A magnificent and much recommended collection. [It] would be a superb resource for schools. It is also a lovely source of poetry to share at bedtime, maybe at the turning of the seasons, or to support days of discovery. Readers from 7 or 8 or 9 to adult would enjoy." * Book Wagon *"I urge teachers and librarians to buy and read her books to their pupils. Also, her collection makes a superb gift to any child. Parents will enjoy these poems immensely....a vital read." -- Kathryn Dymoke, Librarian, Hazelwood School, Surrey"Ideal for extending more able readers...some beautiful depictions of nature and loads of marvellous, quirky animal facts woven throughout...one of very few children's poetry books to include many poems about plants." * School Librarian *"Funny, factual, clever and crafted...a delightful selection that will encourage young readers to find poetry in the great outdoors" * inis *"What a wonderful, imaginative collection!" * IBBY Link *"A very satisfying collection for its variety of moods and striking descriptive detail." * Carousel *"Poetic without being portentous or pretentious." * Books for Keeps *"There is much to savour in this wide-ranging poetry anthology about all things wild. Written in response to the removal of many nature-related words from the Oxford Junior Dictoionary, each of the forty poems is about on of these 'missing' words....Accompanied by black and white illustrations, this entertaining collection can be enjoyed in the classrom, at home, or in the great outdoors and will encourage young readers to wonder at the language and objects to be found in the natural world." * Booktrust *"Playful, energetic and always tongue-in cheek , this offers the perfect introduction to poetry …. Chrissie Gittins lets her words and ideas dance from the page – she even allows parsnips to twinkle!" * Inis *"A wonderfully innovative collection bursting with energy, you can’t help but read with a smile. Chrissie Gittins is on a mission to save words from extinction, with forty exuberant and informative poems to celebrate amazing animals, birds and plants. The imagery is joyful; adders dance, beetroot paint your kitchen, and melons have an annual party, whilst Paul Bommer’s entertaining illustrations make the poems zing off the page. This is Gittins at her very best, playing with style and composition, and writing with zeal." * Love Reading 4 Kids *"A must have for all primary classrooms, for the family bookshelf and for anyone who loves words, the natural world, and those who, like me and the creators of this book are eager to help play a part in saving from extinction, these names from nature. Long may they reign and remain." * Red Reading Hub *"These lovely animal and plant poems really trip off the tongue and they are a sheer delight to read aloud. From adder to wren, the poems are arranged alphabetically and they have gorgeous, sometimes whimsical, illustrations by Paul Bommer - I want to get my crayons out and colour them in! The poems are superbly descriptive - bluebells are described as 'a cobalt belt, a lake of bell towers nodding onwards in the wind.' The poems use words to great effect - the vocabulary is superb and a great way to extend children's own use of language. The poems will really encourage children to take note of the world which surrounds us - an excellent collection." * Parents in Touch *"From Adder to Wren, forty fantastic poems celebrate forty amazing animals, birds and plants and their beautiful names – names which you can help poet Chrissie Gittins save from EXTINCTION." * Books Go Walkabout *
£6.99
Otter-Barry Books Ltd The Magic of Mums
Book SynopsisAction Man, please move over You're nothing but a plastic poser If there's a job that you need done The one you want is Action Mum Be entranced by Circus Mum, find out what it's like to have a Celebrity Mum, play the beautiful game with Football Mum, admire Hard-working Mum, School-Run-Mum and Stunt Mum, and discover what it's like to have Two Mums. A funny, heart-warming and thoughtful sequel to The Dictionary of Dads, by a brilliant poet, who performs in schools and theatres across the UK. Trade Review"A wonderful and diverse range of mothers are represented...Cleverly observed, there's the bake-off mum, the celebrity mum, the football mum and two mums. Plenty for readers to think about and savour." * Library Girl & Book Boy *"An absolute gem. It's witty, wise and heart-warming." * Books for Topics *"Justin Coe shares his observations with honestly, humour and love...the illustrations by Steve Wells are powerful in that they reinforce the ideas of diversity and inclusivity." * Books for Keeps 5 star review *"The book moves through well-judged shades of humour, light and sadness. It doesn't shy from complex issues...Throughout, Steve Wells' sparky illustrations emphasise the inclusive nature of the book, one that is charged with humour and love." * Reading Zone - 5 star review *"A fantastic poetry compilation." * Read It, Daddy! *"Lovely...there's a good range of styles, personalities and aspects of motherhood covered!" * Poetry Roundabout *"Interesting and moving." * Poetry Zone *"Tender, witty and observant verses featuring 50 different mums, paired with cartoonish black-and white illustrations." -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *"A fun sequel to The Dictionary of Dads, this collection of 46 poems means there's a mum for everyone...Full of fun with heart." * WRD About Books *"A nice balance of rhyming and non-rhyming verses, a good serving of humour, a pinch of poignancy and much food for thought." * English Association *
£7.59
Otter-Barry Books Ltd Moonstruck!: Poems About Our Moon
Book SynopsisNew poems about the moon from well-known and up-and-coming poets, including many of the National Poetry Day Ambassadors, are combined with classic poems with a moon theme. This is an inspirational and beautifully illustrated anthology that will spark children's imaginations and celebrate our solar system in the 50th anniversary year of the moon landing in July 1969. Poets include Roger Stevens, Brian Moses, Valerie Bloom, Mandy Coe, Grace Nichols, Liz Brownlee, James Carter, Jay Hulme, Tony Mitton, Sue Hardy-Dawson and Rachel Rooney, as well as Percy Bysshe Shelley, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and Emily Brontë.Trade Review"A sweet sliver of a book." -- Kate Kellaway * Observer *"A cleverly chosen, illuminating collection." * Carousel *"Boxall's ink drawings breathe beauty into these lunar musings and fantastical truths." * Children's Books Ireland *"Should be visited again and again, allowing young readers to be drawn in by the ideas and images the poets offer. It is an anthology to be explored both in the class together, or privately." -- Editor's Choice * Books For Keeps *"All phases and faces of the moon are covered in this poetry collection inspired by our nearest neighbouring heavenly body. The poems take a range of forms and this is engaging and inspiring." -- Great New Poetry Books for Children * National Poetry Day *"New and classic verse sits side-by-side, with beautiful atmospheric illustrations by Ed Boxall. Bound to inspire the young wordsmiths in your class to write their own luar odes, and is also useful for cross-curricular work on space, science or art." * Teach Primary *"Glorious...there's truly something for everyone in this brilliant piece of work." * Red Reading Hub *"The moon has always inspired beautiful figurative language and this book just drips with it!" * Reading Zone 5 star review *"From classic to contemporary, the poems address the disinterest of a young child forced to watch the moon landings to Rachel Rooney’s use of the different types of moon – Harvest, Snow, Milk – to Yeats’ exploration of the relationship between night-time cat and moon. Illustrations throughout add shape to the texture of the poems; playing with shape and light to mirror the effects of the moon." * Minerva Reads *"Not only is this an awe-inspiring anthology of moon-themed poetry from internationally-known poets, it's got interesting facts when they can add to the appreciation of a particular poem's topic. Boxall's beautiful black and white linocuts add another delightful dimension to what's already an out of this world anthology" -- Ronna Mandel * Goodreads with Ronna (USA) *Chosen as a CILIP Core Book "Astrid wants to be an astronaut. Her dad tells her all the things she will need to do if she becomes one and her strong self-belief in her abilities is joyfully apparent. Then it’s time to go and meet Astrid’s mum from work and we discover who has inspired her to have this ambition. The illustrations depict a black family in this affectionate picture book. Information at the back of the book includes a brief introduction to five women astronauts from a variety of cultural backgrounds." * CILIP: The Library and Information Association *"The only anthology of Moon poems chosen specially for young readers, Moonstruck! is a superb collection of poems, ranging from the hilarious to the sublime. New poems about the moon from well-known and up-and-coming poets, including many of the National Poetry Day Ambassadors, are combined with classic poems with a moon theme, released to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first Moon landing. Edited by Roger Stevens, it also has fabulous linocut illustrations by Ed Boxall." * Just Imagine *"… sums up our sense of wonder about the moon, about space, about the stars and about all those things which are seemingly out of reach and untouchable in our night sky. Again, a collection of poems bought together for young children to learn from and enjoy, creatively illustrated too. I loved 'The Delicious Side of the Moon' in which we find cake, and Roger’s own 'Moonstruck' which for me sums up this entire feature, our love and wonder for the moon …" " * Armadillo *"Altogether, an attractive collection of poems to share with young moonstruck listeners." * Kirkus Reviews *"Inspiring and wide ranging." * North Somerset Teachers Book Awards *
£6.99
Design For Today Chuff Chuff
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£12.95
Design For Today Beauty & Beast
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£38.00
Salmon Poetry Katie: Poems for the Young and Young at Heart
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£8.55
Salmon Poetry A Beautiful Pain
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£10.45
The Emma Press Potato Potato
Book SynopsisA fun nursery rhyme about potatoes written across a long strip of potato peel. Part of the second batch of Bicki-Books, a collectible series of postcard-sized picture books which each feature a classic Latvian poem. Suitable for children aged 3+.
£999.99
The Emma Press Mole
Book SynopsisWho would imagine that a family of moles has built a metro system right under our feet – and that the little mounds you see in the fields are actually their subway train stations?Part of the second batch of Bicki-Books, a collectible series of postcard-sized picture books which each feature a classic Latvian poem. Suitable for children aged 3+.
£999.99
The Emma Press Emil
Book SynopsisA love poem to Emil! Part of the second batch of Bicki-Books, a collectible series of postcard-sized picture books which each feature a classic Latvian poem. Suitable for children aged 3+.
£999.99
The Emma Press I want a little puppy dog
Book SynopsisThis man wants a dog and will stop at nothing to get it! Beautifully illustrated with embroidery.Part of the second batch of Bicki-Books, a collectible series of postcard-sized picture books which each feature a classic Latvian poem. Suitable for children aged 3+.
£999.99
The Emma Press My Sneezes Are Perfect: Poems For Children
Book SynopsisWhat’s your favourite food? Who’s your best friend? Have you tried to grow a rock? Aren’t beards weird? Did you ever move house and miss where you used to live? Didn’t a lot change when the pandemic started?My Sneezes Are Perfect is a collection of poems in the voice of a small boy who wants to tell you about all the things he’s learning, all the time. During the book, he moves from the Netherlands to America and has to adjust to his new life there. Then Covid-19 hits and his world changes all over again...
£8.54
Firehorse Enterprises Ltd How To Write A Poem: and some other poems
Book SynopsisThis collection of poems for young children is about celebrating the adventure of growing up, of belonging to a family, of coming to terms with our feelings. In lively, understated and often funny verse, Sarah Holding shares her love of words and nature. These read-out-loud poems will appeal to anyone who's got the hang of reading.
£7.76
ZunTold Face in the Mirror: A students' guide - Poems for
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£8.23
Tradewind Books The Bug House Family Restaurant
Book SynopsisRhymes about a creepy crawly restaurant that serves up a feast of hilarious dishes.
£7.95
Tradewind Books Crocs At Work
Book SynopsisThe team that created Crocodiles Play and Crocodiles Say (both Tradewind) tackle the world of work with laughs and poetry.
£10.40
Cameron & Company Inc Autumn Petite Poems
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£10.79
Cameron & Company Inc Theme in Yellow (Petite Poems): A Classic Ode to
Book SynopsisDiscover the power of poetry in this simple, modern introduction to Carl Sandburg, featuring an ode to autumn and the joys of HalloweenIn this beautifully illustrated adaptation of a beloved Carl Sandburg poem, children delight in the sensory and spooky arrival of autumn.Trade ReviewCheerful hues dominate at first and give way to -Halloween night- appropriate shades of black, but orange and the titular yellow are always present and help emphasize the holiday’s festive atmosphere. * The Horn Book Magazine *
£11.39
Ghazal Sara Dot Org Aafat Ki Ziyafat: Urdu Premium Color
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£16.49
New River Press Ltd Peter the Vegetarian Anteater
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£10.00
Caboodle Books Limited A Funny Thing Happened
Book SynopsisAge range 6+Sleeping Beauty liked to sleepat night and in the morning.She could sleep through anything!a rainstorm with thunder,a parrot in her head,everyone else in the castle snoring,twenty crying babies,and even the bed exploding!Yet she was woken by a kiss,how possible is this?Was it because she thought it was true lurve?No, she thought it was a spider on her cheek!A collection of funny and moving poems with illustrations.
£7.59
BoD - Books on Demand Illusion Robyns Version
£9.98
Gmuer Verlag Lets Celebrate You
£15.19
ChYTARIYM The Stick Man: 2020
Book Synopsis"Stick Man lives in the family tree With his Stick Lady Loveand their stick children three." But it's dangerous being a Stick Man. A dog wants to play with him, a swan builds her nest with him. He even ends up on a fire! Will he ever get back to the family tree in time for Christmas? Perhaps Santa can help...
£15.10
ChYTARIYM Tabby McTat: 2022
Book SynopsisA heartwarming and charming story from the UK's number one picture book author and illustrator. Perfect read-aloud rhyming text and stunning pictures on every page with lots of details to spot. Friendship and loyalty are at the heart of this story. Perfect for cat lovers!
£13.45
Principis Os lusíadas
£23.18
ChYTARIYM Monkey Puzzle: 2019
Book SynopsisIt's not too much fun being lost in the jungle, and little monkey wants his mum. Kindly butterfly is keen to help, but they don't seem to be having much luck and keep finding the wrong animals! But eventually, they find... Dad! It's just as well that he knows exactly where mum is, and she's waiting with a well-deserved cuddle.
£13.48
Barefoot Books Bear about Town Bilingual Arabic English
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£7.99
Barefoot Books Bear about Town Bilingual Chinese English
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£7.99
Barefoot Books Bear about Town Bilingual Bengali English
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£7.99
Barefoot Books Ltd Bear About Town Bilingual Vietnamese English
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£7.99
Page Street Publishing Co. Unboxing of a Black Girl The
Book SynopsisWritten as a collection of vignettes and poetry, The Unboxing of a Black Girl is a creative nonfiction reflection on Black girlhood. The debut YA title, by award-winning author Angela Shanté, is a love letter to Black girls set in New York City and serves as a personal and political critique of how the world raises Black girls. As Shanté navigates the city through memory, she balances poetry with vignettes that explore the innocence and joy of childhood eroded by adultification. Through this book, she illuminates the places where Black girls are nurtured or exploited in stories and poems about personal and political boxes, love, loss, and sexual assault. Many entries are also studded with cultural footnotes designed to further understanding.
£15.19
Lion Hudson Mad Bad and Dangerously Haddock
Book SynopsisWild and wacky, thoughtful and reflective - this collection has poems for every child to enjoyTrade Review'His anthologies are always surprising and interesting. He's done it again!... An excellent anthology' * Books for Keeps *`Punchy, funny but thought-provoking poems' -- Viv Beeby, Producer of Radio 4's Poetry Please
£7.46
Tilbury House,U.S. Miss Pinkeltinks Purse
Book SynopsisTrade Review"The concept of homelessness is brought down to the youngest child's level. This is a nonthreatening and simple introduction to the topic for young children who have no prior exposure to homelessness. Simplistic but heartfelt, earnest, and a discussion starter." -- Kirkus"...A beautiful example of how we can and should all help each other regardless of our differences. This book fills the need for stories that demonstrate civic engagement, what it might be like to be homeless and all alone in the world, and that one person absolutely can make a difference. -- Starred Review" -- Sandy Kelly, JVFletcher Library, Westford, MA - Youth Services Book Review"With her patchwork dress, messy gray bun, and reading glasses, Miss Pinkeltink resembles everyone’s favorite granny in this rhyming, warmhearted introduction to charity, social outreach, and homelessness. It includes links to organizations created by young people and helpful tips for families and children interested in making a difference in their communities." -- Foreword Review
£13.29
Tilbury House,U.S. Common Critters The Wildlife in Your Neighborhood
Book SynopsisCommon Critters celebrates neighborhood wildlife in verse. A familiar cast of charactersworms, slugs, caterpillars, ladybugs, robins, mourning doves, houseflies, spiders, squirrels, skunks, and otherscrawls, runs, buzzes, and flits through these lively poems, which show how exotic these seemingly ordinary creatures really are.Trade Review"Creatures receive their charming due in this bouncy collection of brief rhymes. The poems read and generally scan very well; each critter is the star of its own verse. Educators and parents will appreciate that the poems also provide interesting, easily digestible nuggets of scientific information. Delightful watercolor-and-ink cartoons add uncommon whimsy throughout and feature lush surroundings, shown additionally in lovely opening and closing spreads. An uncommon introduction to poetry. " -- Kirkus Reviews"Superlative back matter elevates this illustrated collection of jokey poems celebrating neighborhood wildlife: “There are creatures all around you,/ not exotic, but not tame./ Though most are pretty common,/ they’re intriguing just the same.” Each critter gets its own poem on a spread illustrated with Tavis’s artful landscapes and goofily goggle-eyed wildlife. Brisson’s wordplay ranges from obvious ha-has (of crows: “And could this fact be much absurder?/ A group of you is called a murder!”) to sophisticated lines (of caterpillars: “It follows metamorphic urges/ to break out, and what emerges/ is a moth or butterfly/ that dries its wings and starts to fly”). A “Facts About Common Critters” section offers more information about the featured creatures (“A squirrel will crack open a nut and rub it on its face before burying it”) alongside a brief discussion of artistic license, while “A Peek into the Poet’s Toolkit” uses the poems to explain rhyme, meter, stanza, and poetic license." -- PW"The poems are light and fun, while the entertaining illustrations will draw in readers." -- Susan Lissim, Dwight School, NYC - School Library Journal
£14.11
