Poetry - Kids Fiction

Dive into the Inklings Book and be swept into adventure, time travel, a fantastical forest, and even the quiet of a moonlit night. The stories and poems included in this year's anthology are filled with courage, hope, empathy, and joy.Society of Young Inklings' fourteenth...

Sunnyrain sparkling showersWaterfor our trees and flowersForpreschoolers, rainy weather is full of possibility. A puddle in the back yardis just waiting for a stomp in rubber rain boots. A light drizzle is perfectfor a search-and-rescue mission for worms and snails. And watching a heavyrainfall...

From the best-selling author of the hugely popular Kindergarten, Here I Come!, here's a guidebook that shows children how to be confident in the new and exciting world of kindergarten. "This is one to read and reread to calm back-to-school jitters."-Kirkus Reviews Small enough...

Get ready for kindergarten with this fun addition to D.J. Steinberg's bestselling Here I Come! Series. Prepárate para entrar a kínder con este nuevo y divertido libro, el primero en español de la colección superventas Here I Come! ( Allá voy!), de D. J....

From the best-selling author of the hugely popular Kindergarten, Here I Come!, here's a guidebook that shows children how to be confident in the new and exciting world of kindergarten. "This is one to read and reread to calm back-to-school jitters."-Kirkus Reviews Small enough...

A vividly illustrated book highlighting the importance and function of certain animals, while also showing that they can be endearing and lovable.This book is a special project shared by mother, JoAnn and daughter, Gia. It is inspired by the love and support they provide...

The November 2022 issue of Stone Soup, the literary magazine 100% written and illustrated by kids age 13 and younger. Stone Soup has been inspiring young readers and celebrating the brilliance of its young creators since 1973; we currently publish eleven issues a year,...

Ask me my favorite color and I'll proudly say it is brown! Follow along as this delightful, melanin-affirming story explains why Brown is so amazing and beautiful in every shade. Author: Jacquilla BrownISBN-13: 9798885674669Publisher: Lift Bridge PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/01/2022Pages: 30Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.21lbsSize: 8.50h x...

I Could Be A Million Things is an ode to the simple things in life, and the power to achieve our dreams Understated, striking illustrations Written in rhyme, perfect for poetry week and poetry lovers Author: Jessy HumannISBN-10: 1605377600ISBN-13: 9781605377605Publisher: ClavisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/07/2023Pages: 32Format:...

"Albert Dreams" is another story in the series about managing money. Albert returns from his holiday to find many unpaid bills in this episode. He is unsure about what to do next. He is so worried that the bills keep him awake. He takes...

WARNING! THIS BOOK MAY CAUSE FARTING! Buckley the Yowie is a loveable fellow, except for one small problem. He loves to FART! He just can't help it.....it's his hobby! Join Buckley in this side splitting tale for the whole family, as he "shares" his...

2023 Cybils Poetry Collection Award Winner ALA/ALSC Notable Children's Book Winner Author Suzy Levinson and artists Kristen and Kevin Howdeshell present an irreverently illustrated picture book of simple and silly poems featuring all kinds of animals wearing all kinds of pants. What? You've never...

Sandy Toes: A Summer Adventure is picture book celebrating Black joy and the simple pleasures of a day at the beach, from award-winning poet and author Shauntay Grant. Follow along as a young boy spends the day at the beach with his family in...

The October 2022 issue of Stone Soup, the literary magazine 100% written and illustrated by kids age 13 and younger. Stone Soup has been inspiring young readers and celebrating the brilliance of its young creators since 1973; we currently publish eleven issues a year,...

DescriptionImagine you go to sleep one night, and find that the entire city has startedrunning! Roads and bridges, schools and buildings, maps, books, doors, hinges have all cut loose and are having the time of their lives! In this famouspoem, Rabindranath Tagore ignites a...

In this exciting story, a young dreamer lets his imagination fly in a joyful and musical adventure through the clouds.The skies are clear! All aboard! Sing along with your children to a beautiful original tune, written and composed by the author/illustrator of this book.This...

A Child's Garden of Verses is one of the best-loved classic poetry books for children ever written. The world-famous illustrator Michael Foreman complements these classic and beloved verses with illustrations as luminous and clear as Stevenson's own word pictures. This edition was first published...

Wake with the sun. Eat fresh berries. Relax in the shade provided by trees. Repeat. Every day is the same for Dayo until a change in the sky confuses everything Dayo once knew. Through events as unexpected and varied in feeling as the music...

A collection of whimsical rhymes and poems written for kids of all ages. Follow the curious and free-spirited Mau as he journeys across worlds and muses about interesting characters and situations. From serenading a dinosaur to battling a mighty swordfish, Mau rhymes about his...

Poems that radiate the unconditional love of motherhood. Poetry can uplift and inspire, and the poems in this collection certainly deliver. Written by a mother for her infant son, these poems will resonate in your soul, soothe your mind, and stick with you long...

Poetry is meant for everyone.For you. For your child. But where to start?Poems Every Child Should Know is here to help.Selected and accompanied by commentary from bestselling author and literature professor Joseph Pearce, this exciting collection of verse contains classic poems that every child...

The delightful poem The Night Before Christmas, which was originally written in 1823 by Clement Clarke Moore, is retold for a new generation of readers in this charming picture book. Every page includes bold and colorful illustrations that catch the attention of readers and...

Only God Can Make A Kitten, written by award-winning author Rhonda Gowler Greene and illustrated by bestselling artist Laura J. Bryant, follows a conversation between a mother and child as the child repeatedly asks "Mama, who made . . . ?" In the end,...

The alphabet poems, written to go with each piece of artwork, done by 5 to 7-year olds, contain many commonly used words. After the child has read each poem they will read "After you have listened to me, please sign your name on my...

AntonTon is a unique guy who does everything his own way. He may be a bit unusual, but he proves that it's okay to be different. People like AntonTon make the world an interesting place. Every bit of progress in science, culture, sports, etc.,...

School is out, and it's time to soak in the sun with this collection of sweet and funny poems from the author of the hugely popular Kindergarten, Here I Come! It's summer time, and what better way to celebrate the season than with some...

Inspired by Shel Silverstein, Emily Morrison stretches the bounds of imagination and enchantment in this collection infused with humor, empathy, profound truths, and delightful characters. The clever interplay of Aileen Bennett's illustrations draws the reader into the nuances of the words as they come...

Astray, the World in Me, is a book that defines teenage complications in means of poetry in an interesting way. A good read for teenagers. Modern Life and its Fun. A moody introvert teenage writer who loves to narrate her feelings and observation in...

Rediscover 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...

miss gratz the cow is a pasture cow who starts to eat flowers. The farm boy chases the cow in amazement, and wonders if he should eat flowers himself. i hope you enjoy the beautiful flowers and the poetic way it was written.Author: Chuck...

This lyrical middle-grade novel-in-verse celebrates the power of story and of finding one's individual voice. Keet knows the only good thing about moving away from her Alabama home is that she'll live near her beloved grandfather. When Keet starts school, it's even worse than...

"not dead, but dying" is a collection of poetry written from the perspective of a teen in today's society.Author: Paris WyattISBN-10: 1794714367ISBN-13: 9781794714366Publisher: Lulu.comLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/20/2021Pages: 110Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.30lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.23d

In The Ghost at Birbeck Station Janet Ambrose offers a collection of poems formed by her early years in WWII, her life in politics and her life with dogs (amongst other things). The poetry views the world through a humorous lens, even the eponymous...

He's always excited to explore! When he enters an underwater world, what wonders will this curious dog find?Arthur's tail is whirling at the thought of his next trip. And as the adventurous young canine and his kitten companion enter the aquarium, they're thrilled by...

Don't sneeze There's a little bumble bee, staring right at me... I dare not turn or even breathe... for fear that I will...SNEEZE Bumble Bee Sneeze is a playful collection of verse that highlights the experiences of childhood. Each poem tells a story that...

Ense a a los ni os a tener paciencia: ******************* Una soleada ma ana los sobres llegaron Coloridos y brillantes, a cada creatura se enviaron Algunos los abrieron con cuidado otros los habr an destapado Y todos ellos sab an el contenido que ven...

A unique 32 page children's picture book about some of the world's weirdest and wackiest animals. This charming book about The World's Weirdest and Wackiest Animals is told in rhyme and filled with fun facts about these unusual animals with colorful and engaging pictures....

Why would you want to be anyone else but you?Finn wants to fit in with the other fish in his school, but because of his unusual features, he always seems to stand out. On a journey towards self-acceptance, he learns a valuable lesson about...

"Neville The Froad" is half frog, half toad. A simple tale of a Froad who didn't belong but never gave up to live his dream.Author: M. ShepherdISBN-10: 1665572248ISBN-13: 9781665572248Publisher: AuthorhouseLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/24/2022Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.28lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.09dReview Citation(s): BlueInk Review 10/10/2023Booklist...

Introduces children to fifteen different poetic forms while walking them through the life-changing experience of welcoming a new sibling. Includes definitions of the fifteen types of poems.Author: Kathleen Long BostromISBN-10: 059357768XISBN-13: 9780593577684Publisher: Waterbrook PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/02/2023Pages: 40Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.65lbsSize: 8.60h x 8.60w x 0.30dReview...

There's a new baby on the way! Kids can laugh and learn all about what to expect from a new sibling with this collection of sweet and funny poems from the author of the hugely popular Kindergarten, Here I Come! With a lovely little...

Set against the backdrop of WWII, this achingly beautiful middle grade novel in verse based on American history presents the dual perspectives of Claire, a Midwestern girl who longs to enter high school and become a nurse even as she worries for her soldier...

Modern Aphrodite is a collection of 18 poems that revolve around the theme of love. The book aims to highlight various forms of love including but not limited to romantic, platonic, and maternal. Modern Aphrodite is a humble attempt to give an insight into...

Told in the voices of young people, a novel in verse about the attack on the Pentagon on September 11, 2001."A powerful, humanistic look at the aftermath of a national tragedy, and an important purchase for modern collections."--School Library JournalOn September 11, 2001, American...

Doogie and Nibalo are having tea on a stormy day when suddenly a beast appears covered in mud. The two friends flee their home and find themselves lost in their strange, beautiful, and magical world. As they make their way back home, they soon...

Meet LONG JOHN McRON, SHIP'S COOK . . . and the most unusual babysitter you've ever seen. Long John has a whole crew of wild pirates in tow, and--for one boy and his sister--he's about to transform a perfectly ordinary evening into a riotous...

Hard-Boiled Bugs for Breakfast is guaranteed to make readers laugh, imagine, write, and dream."A quick-witted delight."--Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"Perfectly in pitch."--Publishers Weekly (starred review)"A well-written, must-have collection of poems."--School Library Journal (starred review)A collection from the celebrated inaugural Young People's Poet Laureate and bestselling...

This joyful ode to the everyday moments in a child's life is a child-friendly reimagining of the classic poem "Pippa's Song" by poet Robert Browning. Perfect for Poetry Month and for fans of Liz Garton Scanlon and Cynthia Rylant.Waffles for breakfast, walking to school...

A sudden shout, a mysterious trumpet, an ensuing earthquake, and a flying trip through the clouds and stars-- In the Twinkling of an Eye lovingly intertwines a children's adventure with Bible doctrine of the Rapture. When little brother Noe's fears wake him at night,...

Boys Are Amazing! is a celebration of every little boy being amazing from a very young age and the joy they give us! Jacquelyn Craighead is an Author, Educator, and Speaker. Her first book, Glad To Be A Girl, is on the market! She...