Poetry - Kids

"Young black boys have powerful stories. Stories that have been intentionally devalued due to the oppressive history of our country. They deserve an education that creates opportunities for them to cultivate their story and, by doing so, spark a network of believers around them...

In my 50+ years of flying, I have spent hours looking down on the earth from as high as 51,000 feet. I also observed the stars and our Milky Way galaxy. On autopilot, I've had many hours to think about how this all came...

When Someone Deeply Listens to You, describes what it feels like to be truly heard. Using vibrant language and beautiful imagery, each turn of the page describes how a child feels when deeply listened to. There are 18 emotions including courageous, connected, loved, empowered...

When Someone Deeply Listens to You, describes what it feels like to be truly heard. Using vibrant language and beautiful imagery, each turn of the page describes how a child feels when deeply listened to. There are 18 emotions including courageous, connected, loved, empowered...

Set entirely in rhymed verse, The Story of Greatville: A Rhymed History Fable is an anthem to the American ideals of individual rights, limited government, and free markets. This quick-paced, whimsical narrative tells the story of a land called Greatville that is founded on...

Set entirely in rhymed verse, The Story of Greatville: A Rhymed History Fable is an anthem to the American ideals of individual rights, limited government, and free markets. This quick-paced, whimsical narrative tells the story of a land called Greatville that is founded on...

Your brain is unique. Your brain is creative. Your brain is beautiful! Explore along Shawn 'The Creative Kid' and his family as they discover the parts of your brain and the wondrous things it can do. Since this is the decade of the brain,...

- A complex critical portrait of one of the most influential writers in the world- Bibliographic information that directs readers to additional resources for further study- A useful chronology of the writer's life- An introductory essay by Harold Bloom.Author: Harold BloomISBN-10: 1604135883ISBN-13: 9781604135886Publisher: Blooms...

An elementary exploration of rhyme and rhythm in poetry, introducing syllables, rhyme schemes, and sonnets as well as poets such as Elizabeth Barrett Browning. Includes a writing exercise.Author: Valerie BoddenISBN-10: 1628322527ISBN-13: 9781628322521Publisher: Creative PaperbacksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/12/2016Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.25lbsSize: 9.80h x 7.90w x 0.10dAccelerated Reader:Reading...

On a snowy day . . . Two flakes play. Four flakes sashay. Eight flakes twirl. Sixteen flakes swirl. At this rate, how long will it take to surpass 100 snowflakes? How about 1,000? Or even 16,000? Experience a snowstorm that brings together playful...

No Matter What is a beautifully illustrated collection of poems created to help parents and other caregivers more intentionally connect with their children. The stunning illustrations feature 39 beautifully diverse characters. And, its poetry tackles tough topics like the loss of friendship and wrestling...

For 2,500 years, a legendary Greek storyteller named Aesop has entertained and enlightened millions of people around the world with his delightful fables about lazy grasshoppers, arrogant rabbits, magical geese, dishonest shepherd boys, and other characters. Some call him the wisest person who ever...

"Songs of Kabir" is a collection of poems written by the Indian mystic and poet, Kabir. The book is a translation of Kabir's poems into English by Rabindranath Tagore, a renowned Indian author, and poet. The poems in "Songs of Kabir" reflect Kabir's philosophy...

This lovely book is a delightful keepsake that celebrates the beauty of spring and the first full moon of May. The rhyming story brings to life the vibrant hues of the flowers of spring, and the joy of the first full moon of May....

A delightful children's picture book with poems by Francis Thompson, S. Baring-Gould, Katherine Tynan Hinkson, Wilfred Meynell and John Banister Tabb with "a talk, tales and text" by Father Vincent McNabb, O.P..Author: Vincent McNabbISBN-10: 0978298527ISBN-13: 9780978298524Publisher: Catholic Authors PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/10/2007Pages: 48Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.29lbsSize:...

Discover the incredible life of Amanda Gorman, the amazing American poet and activist, in this book from the best-selling Little People, BIG DREAMS series.Author: Maria Isabel Sanchez VegaraISBN-10: 0711284458ISBN-13: 9780711284456Publisher: Frances Lincoln LtdLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/06/2023Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.31lbsSize: 9.45h x 7.70w x 0.15d

From bestselling artist Sylvia Long comes an enchanting collection of over seventy-five classic Mother Goose rhymes. Imbued with the artist's love of nature and overflowing with charming details, this spectacular compilation includes such timeless favorites as Old Mother Hubbard, Mary had a little lamb,...

"An exceptionally handsome treat." -Booklist Lydia Maria Child's beloved poem turned classic song embodies the magic of bundling up and riding a horse-drawn sleigh to visit Grandmother for Thanksgiving. The joys of Thanksgiving are indelibly captured in this glorious paring of text and art....

Rich and lively illustrations bring to life a classic song for today's kids and families "All things bright and beautiful, all creatures great and small, all things wise and wonderful--the Lord God made them all." In this stunning book, birds soar, bugs burrow, elephants...

This collection of poems, creatively presented in the format of an allegorical house, will engage anyone who has ever wondered "why?" as it shows young readers that wonder is everywhere--in yourself and in the world around you. Welcome to the Wonder House, a place...

The tickle of sand on the bottom of bare feet... the taste of salt from a spray of water... the rumble-roar as waves come ashore. These are just a few of the many sensory experiences a day at the beach can bring. S is...

You're never too young to learncome on, let us start!Join us on our journey, A journey through the heart.We'll also visit the lungsThen continue with our ride, back towards the heartbut on the other side.Oh! And on the waywe are sure to meet someonebut...

A poetry collection that explores the spectrum of beautiful shades of brown.When you look in the mirror, what do you see? Tan, sienna, topaz, or tamarind? Poet Malathi Michelle Iyengar sees a whole spectrum of beautiful shades of brown. Swirls of henna decorate ocher...

You and I are alive. We live inside our bodies and express ourselves through our bodies. Many of us can do fun things like eat jam and toast, hike up mountains, dance to our favourite music and see each other's faces. Others of us...

Look up High! Jet planes fly.How? Where? Look up there!The jet plane soars across the sky.Helicopters, gliders, and planes--oh my! Preschoolers never get tired of cool flying machines. Indulge their love for things with wings (and a few without) with bright photographs and jaunty...

Discover the variety of bug-eaters--animal, plant, even human--in this exploration of both poetry and the natural world. Facklam's playful rhymes mixed with Long's vivid illustrations introduce young readers to an array of creatures as they munch on lunch. From a mantis perched and ready...

In this outstanding picture book collection of poems by Newbery Honor-winning poet, Joyce Sidman (Song of the Water Boatman, Dark Emperor and Other Poems of the Night), discover how animals stay alive in the wintertime and learn about their secret lives happening under the...

"Petrie leaves no stone unturned, offering endless prompts that will transform poetry writing for younger readers."- Publishers Weekly======In this follow up to Pet Poems, award-winning Typewriter Rodeo poet Sean Petrie guides kids through a series of interactive lessons to write their own poems about...

In the mid 1800s, Sara Coleridge wrote a beautiful poem relating the months of the year to their weather. Adapted, updated and combined with spectacular images, Paint the Sky - A Year of Weather, helps children develop an appreciation for, and understanding of, the...

"If you re sleepy in the jungle""And you wish to find a pillow, ""Take a friendly word of warning: ""DO NOT USE AN ARMADILLO " Covering everything from centipedes to whales, from swinging on swings to ice-skating in winter, from eating applesauce to celebrating...

Debbie is a high school teacher of students with special needs and has been writing poetry ever since she was a child, but she has never created a book out of any of her work until now. One day her young twins had an...

"But for now, I'll keep you safe in my heart."From the perspective of a young child, Amanda McKinney takes you on a journey through the excitement of finding out that you'll have another little sibling to the emotions of never getting the chance to...

The author of At the Pond and In the Woods takes readers to the most remote regions of our planet in this beautifully illustrated poetic ode to the creatures that inhabit the North and South poles. The stark, cold landscapes of Earth's poles may...

Anne Lingelbach's Birds on a Wire is a book of cinquain poems that honors the entertaining behaviors of backyard songbirds. Also included are tips on how to become a bird watcher!Birds on a Wire is Anne Lingelbach's fifth book. Her previous books include Oomph:...

You and I are alive. We live inside our bodies and express ourselves through our bodies. Many of us can do fun things like eat jam and toast, hike up mountains, dance to our favourite music and see each other's faces. Others of us...

Grandpa's Folk Poems is a collection of poems written over several decades by a grandfather to share with his grandchildren. Most of the poems were penned during quiet reflective times over a cup of coffee or in the evening while relaxing at day's end....

Fourteen poems compiled by award-winning poet and anthologist Lee Bennett Hopkins introduce readers to the various construction people who collaborate to create a high-rise hotel building, from architect to crane operator to glaziers and more. How does an empty lot transform into a new...

An enchanting dance tale for young ballerinas! Chosen as a Kirkus Reviews Best Indie Book of the Year (2022), My Papa My Prince is a book for ALL girls who have danced on the toes of their fathers! Dad will do anything to make...

Morgan, a precocious nine-year old, poetically recounts her first day in fourth grade. She has experienced difficulties in school due to attention deficit disorder (ADD). With the support of family, friends, educators, and a therapist she is overcoming her struggles. The motivation and encouragement...

Book DescriptionFor all kids, Childhood serves as a foundation for life. Andrea Voon's bouncy bilingual rhymes about the happiness of childhood -- picnic, hiking, camping, travelling, sports, recreation and more -- from sunrise to sunset, from a little home to the great big world,...

Sancho was a real, silly billy goat who got into all kinds of trouble. He was banished from the farm after a series of incidents caused him to wear out his welcome. Written as a narrative poem, it includes some Spanish words with a...

A Children's Book Council "Hot Off the Press" Selection for November 2022!We began our alphabet series with the action-packed THINGS WE DO, featuring kid-friendly verbs like CLAP (Joseph Bruchac), DANCE (Nikki Grimes), EAT (Jack Prelutsky), and FLY (Carole Boston Weatherford). The response to "Eat"...

Author: Arther TraceISBN-10: 0738823406ISBN-13: 9780738823409Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/20/2000Pages: 108Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.37lbsSize: 8.53h x 5.54w x 0.32d

Step into a world of wonder and delight with this enchanting poetry book, perfect for children and parents alike. Delve into the magic of bedtime reading and singing with your little ones, creating memories that will last a lifetime. With beautiful illustrations by Lauren...

Through the simple rhythm and rhyme of nature poems, our sense of wonder is aroused. Through time spent in the natural world, our reverence for the great Creator blossoms and grows. This poetical journey through the natural and liturgical season of summer will enable...

Do you think aliens are real? Jane didn't, but then her dad tells her an incredible story about the universe, and now she wonders if he might be an alien himself Stargazing is your essential travel guide to the Solar System, the Milky Way,...

The story of a volcano's eruption, as it's never been told before! A perfect pick for budding volcanologists -- or any child who can't resist a good kaboom! Here's a step-by-step story of a volcanic eruption -- told from the volcano's point of view!...

You're never too young to learncome on, let us start!Join us on our journey, A journey through the heart.We'll also visit the lungsThen continue with our ride, back towards the heart but on the other side.Oh! And on the way we are sure to...

The Queens of STEAM series explores the life and work of women who've made a big impact in a specific area of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math). In this edition, newly independent readers meet Mary Oliver, one of America's most influential and...

I Am A Tree is a wide ranging salute to The Wonderful World of Trees! It includes original color artwork, a poetic tribute to trees and all they do, along with additional chapters all about trees. Written mainly for children, it contains facts and...