Poetry - Kids Fiction

The author of "Crowned Thoughts: The Evolution of Mindset," Inez V. Walls, crafts a beautiful tale out of a 2006 childhood poem. She expresses her own early life struggles and loss through this fictionalized story book. Each word jumps off of the page and...

From award-winning, bestselling author Nina Laden comes a poetic picture book about having the courage and resilience to plant "seeds" that will improve ourselves and our community. Sow seeds of strength, Ride out the storm. Sow seeds of compassion, Make hearts warm. After seeing...

"Laughing Limericks: Silly and Funny Poems" is a delightful collection of whimsical limericks designed to tickle the funny bones of elementary and middle schoolers. Packed with clever wordplay, playful rhymes, and hilarious scenarios, this book will have young readers bursting into fits of laughter.With...

From the New York Times bestselling creators author Andrea Beaty and illustrator Vashti Harrison, a sweet and playful bedtime book that reminds young readers just how loved they are I love you like yellow. I love you like green. Like flowery orchid and sweet...

Sparking childhood joy and imagination through poetryPublished poet and author, Lizzie B. Lynn has fulfilled a dream of writing a collection of funny rhyming poems for kids in her second book, Dancing Ants and Other Silly Poems for Kids. Maintaining the belief that rhyming...

Sweet Tooth is a children's picture book featuring Ponga the red panda, an energetic and poetic character with a big imagination and a very loose tooth. Written in verse, Sweet Tooth appeals to children of all ages.Author: Michael LashleyISBN-10: 1735283304ISBN-13: 9781735283302Publisher: Ponga PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

In a world of bountiful food yet increasing food insecurity, we are called to remember that all creatures have a place--and may be fed sustainably--at the greatest, communal table offered by our planet.Author: Michael J. RosenISBN-10: 1568463030ISBN-13: 9781568463032Publisher: Creative EditionsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/06/2019Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight:...

A rich exploration of cultures, this thoughtful collection celebrates diversity and sends a heartfelt message of acceptance. Readers will delight in beautiful poems that capture holidays from around the world, including Eid-ul-Fitr, Diwali, Hanukkah, Christmas, Holi, and Children's Day. These carefully chosen poems show...

Copyright 2020Who knew one small pup could be so messy? The piles of hair grow and grow. What will her family do when Bear's hair is everywhere?Meet Bear, the fluffiest pup in town, whose adorable appearance hides a hairy secret. As her fluffy coat...

Behold the wonder and magic of Fairy Tale Poems, a journey through the realms of imagination that celebrates the timeless tales of kings, queens, and creatures of myth and legend. Within these hallowed pages live baby dragons, gnomes, mermaids, and more, each story captured...

From the #1 New York Times bestselling team of Jamie Lee Curtis and Laura Cornell, creators of Today I Feel Silly and Where Do Balloons Go?, comes I'm Gonna Like Me, a funny and moving celebration of self-esteem and loving the skin you're in.Celebrate...

A reassuring rhyming picture book about sensory overload and what you can do when everything is too much When feelings go on overload, I pause and breathe and all is . . . slowed. Sometimes everything is too much! Too loud, too bright, and...

MAMA MAMAFor babies just entering the world, this comforting poem affirms the special bond between mothersand babies everywhere.Author: Jean MarzolloISBN-10: 0694012459ISBN-13: 9780694012459Publisher: HarperFestivalLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/08/1999Pages: 16Format: Board BookWeight: 0.37lbsSize: 6.96h x 7.04w x 0.30dReview Citation(s): School Library Journal 11/01/1999 pg. 125Library Journal 11/01/1999

This book delivers 45 hilarious poems about school that cover everything from homework and tests to detention and school lunches. Well-known poets Bruce Lansky, Kenn Nesbitt, and Robert Pottle -- plus many more great Giggle Poets -- wrote these gems. My Teacher's In Detention...

The arrival of a mysterious new neighbor inspires a kid to write her own poetry in this humorous and unforgettable new middle-grade novel by award-winning author Cary Fagan. Andie Gladman is your typical kid -- she lives in a small town, doesn't have many...

This collection of poems is a celebration of Christmas time, winter joys, family, friends, animals, nature, and play. It speaks for perennial values of kindness, inclusion, compassion and appreciation of the beauty of our natural world.Author: Toni ThomasISBN-10: 1916362087ISBN-13: 9781916362086Publisher: Annalese PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/26/2022Pages:...

In this poetic picture book, young readers are invited to explore the sounds of nighttime and find comfort in them instead of fear. As a young child falls asleep, the night comes alive. Animals hide and leaves blow, seeds are spread and crops are...

Every kid is a bit goofy, and Mr. Maloof was no different. Until he grew up and became quite a grump. Then one day a little blue hair appeared right on the top of his head. With his new blue hair and the help...

A Caldecott Honor book that is the perfect introduction to musical instruments and a counting book that redefines the genre. When this book begins, the trombone is playing all by itself. But soon a trumpet makes a duet, a french horn a trio, and...

Good King Wenceslas looked out on the Feast of Stephen, when the snow lay round about, deep and crisp and even. Brightly shone the moon that night, though the frost was cruel, when a poor man came in sight, gathering winter fuel.This story, based...

Author: Christina RossettiISBN-10: 1568463669ISBN-13: 9781568463667Publisher: Creative EditionsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/08/2022Pages: 16Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.85lbsSize: 11.10h x 8.80w x 0.50dReview Citation(s): School Library Journal 03/01/2022 pg. 82

A bold, groundbreaking novel about coming out, coming into your own, and coming apart.Vanilla and Hunter have been dating since seventh grade. They came out together, navigated middle school together, and became that couple in high school that everyone always sees as a couple....

An invaluable collection of poetry for use by teachers at every stage of school life from primary to mid-teens. The poems are arranged by age of the child from six to fourteen, and provide support for the subject matter of lessons from botany and...

Author: Edward LearISBN-10: 184902975XISBN-13: 9781849029759Publisher: Benediction BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/22/2009Pages: 408Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.31lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.91d

Explore the World Through a Child's Eyes: Discover Joy, Sadness, Adventure, and More in 18 Unique Poems! Dive into Friendship, Outdoor Play, Family, and Emotions with Colorful Illustrations!Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Poetry for Girls and Boys, a timeless collection of poems...

Explore the World Through a Child's Eyes: Discover Joy, Sadness, Adventure, and More in 18 Unique Poems! Dive into Friendship, Outdoor Play, Family, and Emotions with Colorful Illustrations!Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Poetry for Girls and Boys, a timeless collection of poems...

The Long Day before My Birthday is a zany children's poetry book filled with a collection of unforgettable characters like Mrs. Wilhelmina Crudbuckets, the mean ole crocodiles in the Nile, Mr. Tickle Fingers, and the flossiest flosser of Flosserville.Come and enter into a wacky...

"Today, a Princess Tomorrow Role Model" empowers young girls to dream big and aspire to be more than just princesses. It follows a young girl's journey through imaginative play and highlights the potential for her future accomplishments. Through the encouragement of her parents, she...

A grandmother and granddaughter share a magical trip to the Hudson River affirming intergenerational love and the power of water in this heart-song of a picture book. Every day, Abuela misses the ocean in Puerto Rico. But on Saturdays, when the sun is high,...

These are laugh-out-loud poems for kids 5 and up! You'll read about Pea and her popular podcast; brothers Hot Potato, Couch Potato, and Spud; and the adventures of freckles who fall off their face. You'll find out how Ruth handles the moose in her...

Dive into the lyrical and imagery-driven poetry of Lenora Bain in her newest release, Dark Winged Angel. Illustrated by Jon McClellan, the poetry book weaves fiction and rhyme together for an incredible narrative of dark and light."Resting easy, as the dark sky, Illuminated, by...

Author of the best seller song-book Allah Made Everything. This is Zain Bhikha's fourth book.The Monkey, the Cow and the Wolf, the song book, is based on the lyrics of the well-loved children's song by renowned singer and songwriter Zain Bhikha. This poem in...

The Forest Friends, all settled in for a cold and snowy winter's night, are awakened by a giant clatter. They race to the scene only to discover that Santa and his reindeer have crash-landed in a nearby glen. Santa's sleigh is broken and his...

Dive into the lyrical and imagery-driven poetry of Lenora Bain in her newest release, Dark Winged Angel. Illustrated by Jon McClellan, the poetry book weaves fiction and rhyme together for an incredible narrative of dark and light."Resting easy, as the dark sky, Illuminated, by...

The mulberry tree is a common tree landscaping the urban streets of New York City. Its limbs, branches, and leaves are a source of refuge and food supply for insects, birds, and small animals. The mulberry fruit provides them with a tasty, sweet treat....

RUMI FOR KIDS invites you and the young ones in your life on a mystical, magical journey into the wisdom of Rumi, far away from the digital clamor. Crafted for adults and children six and over to read together, this book transforms Rumi's timeless...

Pay heed to the everyday, for it may have something important to say...Rampant with wit and whimsy, Amy Lou Miller's spirited debut of fun, quirky rhymes explores what happens when you give a voice to the stories all around us.Author: Amy Lou MillerISBN-10: 0692836292ISBN-13:...

In this picture book from Daniel Kirk, the award-winning and bestselling author-illustrator of the Library Mouse series, comes a fresh spin on the classic Christmas poem 'Twas the Night Before Christmas When Father Mouse is awakened on Christmas Eve by a clatter outside his...

It is not a monkey but it hangs by its tail.It has teeth like a meat eater but it eats fruits and flowers.It's rarely seen but it's not shoy.It has no wings but it pollinates flowers.What is it?.......A kinkajouPoet Karen Seyfert loves rhyme and...

A spectacular advent calendar book filled with festive poems, hidden surprises, and a magical fold-out display! Count down to Christmas with well-loved poets, including Ogden Nash, Nikki Giovanni, John Agard and Christina Rossetti and joyful artwork from Richard Jones. Peek inside the windows of...

Have you ever criticized yourself because of how you look? Are there parts of your body you do not like? As a mental health professional for children, teens, and adults, many people come in with self-esteem issues and often complain about their flaws. Perhaps...

Take a colourful, culinary tour and learn about the wonderful world of vegetables.Playful and engaging, this scrumptious story is sure to pique interest in even the pickiest of eaters!In a sing-song style reminiscent of Dr. Seuss and Mary Poppins dancing the fox trot, the...

Sunbonnet DaysBy: Minnie Catharine Shank & Kimberly Allison ConroyKimberly Allison Conroy has curated a collection of her grandmother Minnie Catharine Shank's poetry, written from 1920 (when she was just thirteen years old) until 1979. This insightful collection, while personal, also reflects the joys and...

Your new pen pal has a grave secret.A lakeside summer vacation is just what 13-year-old Jayce needs...except he's convinced the ghost from his nightmares lives in the creepy house next door. But when he decides to team up with his twin sister to write...

Gibbles is a silly llama who loves pickles. Each time her friend tries to give her another treat, Gibbles does something silly. She only wants a pickle. Find out if she finally gets her pickle to nibble. Each of her silly antics are told...

These poems and pictures are for all the unique children in the world, all those quirky little habits and mannerisms we have, that make us special and who we are. You may see yourself as really angry some days like Tough-Kitty Witty and want...

From Children's Laureate (2022-2024), Joseph Coelho, comes a giggling and ghoulish compendium of 25 spooky poems to perform. With a delightful blend of giggles and ghouls, this collection is designed for young readers and budding performers. Within these pages, you'll discover poems that can...

From Eunice and Sabrina Moyle--aka Hello!Lucky--the superstar creators of My Mom Is Magical! and My Dad Is Amazing! comes Easter Is Egg-cellent!, a humor-filled board book that's perfect for Easter celebrations. In this whimsical holiday romp, every bunny--and every chick and lamb--is getting in...

Catching a breeze high in the sky, find out how far this yellow kite will fly. A fun, rhythmical, picture book - your children will enjoy this imaginative journey. Recommended for children aged 0 - 5Author: DC SwainISBN-10: 0473393344ISBN-13: 9780473393342Publisher: Cambridge Town PressLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

A comforting book about God's love, heaven, and the twinkling stars above us. Includes a special prayer to Jesus. Beautifully written by Nina L. Fusilli with colorful watercolor illustrations by Theresa A. Stites. Author: Nina L. FusilliISBN-10: 8869025861ISBN-13: 9798869025869Publisher: Nina L. FusilliLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/26/2023Pages:...