Poetry - Kids Fiction

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...

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,...

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.,...

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...

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...

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

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...

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...

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...

A collection of children's poetry with hand-painted watercolor illustrations on every page and imagination around every corner. In this book, you'll meet a very sophisticated alligator, a bear who steals underwear and a mischievous lion with plenty of space for rent. You'll find out...

Author: Jeffrey BerryISBN-10: 8986040921ISBN-13: 9798986040929Publisher: Southwick HutLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/22/2022Pages: 34Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.91lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.25d

A collection of poems and drawings to feed the imagination. Have an adventure with a pirate, build a fort or journey to an alien planet for a handball tournament. These poems speak to the kid inside all of us. In this book you will...

The February 2023 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,...

It's December, and Christmas is just around the corner. A mysterious, smelly cloud of gas has settled over Lotta's hometown. Can Lotta Otter and Rob Otler clean the air before Christmas morning? If they can't Santa won't visit the town on Christmas Eve. Lotta...

This is an illustrated verse retelling of Jonah and the Whale, suitable for children.Author: Sandy KnappISBN-10: 1471665682ISBN-13: 9781471665684Publisher: Lulu.comLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/16/2022Pages: 34Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.12lbsSize: 8.27h x 5.83w x 0.07d

The father of performance poetry, John Agard, brings you a collection of riotously funny poems. Follow that Word is a celebration of imagination and demonstrates the true diversity of language. A dazzling collection of over sixty poems, Follow That Word delivers John Agard's musings...

Stella gets into a shouting match with a classmate when he accuses her poem of being full of lies, and the duo has to figure out how to turn the day around when they are banished to the principal's office. Aligned to Common Core...

What happens in the forests and fields when we are not looking?Can a baby goat and a frog become friends? Are the sounds you hear by the pond made by an orchestra of woodland critters?The Pond Orchestra and Other Poems is a sweet and...

The September 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,...

The July/August 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,...

A tiny, overgrown garden. An empty parking lot. A white IKEA chair. The frozen food aisle in the supermarket. In this collection of narrative poems that span early childhood to the pandemic, Enni Harlan turns the landscapes and objects of everyday life into extraordinary...

Look out for the tree that saved a town; dip your toe in the Milky Way; sing the City Seed Song; play in Kitty Cat Street - and then come home to Belonging Street. Poems about nature and protecting our planet mingle with puzzle...

In this compilation of poems by Walter De La Mare are 84 pieces, representing the entire Songs of Childhood and the Up and Down and Boys and Girls sections of Peacock Pie.Presented in large type with plenty of space around the text for easy...

In this compilation of poems by Walter De La Mare are 84 pieces, representing the entire Songs of Childhood and the Up and Down and Boys and Girls sections of Peacock Pie.Presented in large type with plenty of space around the text for easy...

Robert Browning's classic poem brought to life in full color by the incomparable Kate Greenaway. Reprinting all the pictures from this classic, with text reformatted for easy reading and presented on quality paper this book is loved by young and old. Author: Robert BrowningISBN-10:...

The January 2023 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,...

This hilarious follow-up to the New York Times bestselling poetry book I'm Just No Good at Rhyming is full of surprising twists of wit and wordplay that will have readers rolling on the floor laughing! "Highly recommended, it gets 5 stars and 8 moons...

I Carry Your Heart With Me is a children's adaptation of the beloved E. E. Cummings poem, beautifully illustrated by Mati Rose McDonough. Showing the strong bond of love between mother and child, within nature and throughout life, Cummings's heartfelt words expressed through McDonough's...

In the Southern Ocean, there lives a blue whale Magnificent and free with a barnacle on her tail She swims the ocean's depths; few follow her trail In the coldest waters, where only the brave prevailDespite a global whaling ban, the blue whale, the...

I can't say what inspired me to create "Weird" because I really don't know. The short, stupid poems simply started appearing on my computer screen, as I sat there musing one day, in my daily daze. More showed up the next day, and still...

If wishes were fishes...This is what I'd doI'd wish that all these wishes Would happen to you!About the AuthorWritten by a grandmother, If Wishes Were Fishes is a fun rhyming poem of all the wishes a grandmother makes for her grandson. Parents and grandparents...

Former British Children's Laureate Michael Rosen and award-winning artist Polly Dunbar join forces for thirty-two irresistible rhymes that revel in toddlers' everyday lives. Will you getti the spaghetti?Don't say, "Not yetti spaghetti!" I'm all setti for spaghetti. Fizzing with rhythm, energy, and laughter, this...