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Hi, Koo!: A Year of Seasons (A Stillwater Book)
By Jon J Muth. 2015
Stillwater, the beloved Zen panda, now in his own Apple TV+ original series!Caldecott Honoree and New York Times bestselling author/artist…
Jon J Muth takes a fresh and exciting new look at the four seasons!Eating warm cookies on a cold day is easy water catchesevery thrown stone skip skip splash With a featherlight touch and disarming charm, Jon J Muth--and his delightful little panda bear, Koo--challenge readers to stretch their minds and imaginations with twenty-six haikus about the four seasons.The O in Hope: A Poem of Wonder
By Luci Shaw. 2021
Wild Horses
By Melissa Marr. 2022
Gorgeous photographs and an evocative text sing the praises of a real-life herd of wild horses running free in Arizona,…
in this ode to the beauty of these glorious creatures. Between one breath and the next, / the Wild Horses appear.Gliding through trees, / weaving between cactus and rock. In beautiful poetry and vivid photographs, Melissa Marr shares her feelings of awe while watching a real-life herd of majestic wild horses in Arizona. When they appear, the wind itself seems to stand still. They are grand in their movements as they do all the things horses do--splash through rivers, care for young, stomp and whinny. It is clear they are not tame, and this is part of their beauty and power. How lucky are we to be able to witness their strength and speed and magnificence!Christmas, Here I Come! (Here I Come!)
By D. J. Steinberg. 2021
Celebrate Christmas with a collection of funny and festive poems from the author of the hugely popular Kindergarten, Here I…
Come!It's the most wonderful time of the year, and everyone is getting into the Christmas spirit! From writing letters to Santa to picking the perfect tree, these heartwarming poems -- plus a page of stickers! -- from author D. J. Steinberg are sure to delight even the most sullen Scrooge.Hanukkah, Here I Come! (Here I Come!)
By D. J. Steinberg. 2022
Celebrate Hanukkah with a collection of funny and festive poems from the author of the hugely popular Kindergarten, Here I…
Come!"A warm and welcoming Hanukkah story."–Kirkus ReviewsThe candles are lit and the latkes are frying – Hanukkah is here! Welcome in the holiday with poems – and a sheet of stickers! – from author D. J. Steinberg that highlight the family fun, dizzying dreidels, and mighty Maccabee stories that Hanukkah is sure to bring.Awe-some Days: Poems about the Jewish Holidays
By Marilyn Singer. 2022
Discover and celebrate all of the Jewish holidays with this warm and engaging poetry collection by the acclaimed author of…
Mirror Mirror.In this cheerful, enjoyable poetry collection, a family decides to celebrate every Jewish holiday for a full year, &“the ones we know well, the ones we do not.&” Starting with new-year apples dipped in honey on Rosh Hashanah all the way to flowers and chocolates on Tu B&’Av (often called &“Jewish Valentine&’s Day&”), readers can explore the joy and meaning of the various holidays along with this lively family of five. A brief explanation of the holiday accompanies each poem. By an award-winning and beloved children&’s poet, this is a wonderful introduction to Jewish celebrations, observances, and days of remembrance.The Night Before Election Day (The Night Before)
By Natasha Wing. 2020
Wave your flags! It's time to vote! Election Day is right around the corner in the latest big moment to…
be celebrated in Natasha Wing's best-selling series.Yes! It's almost here. And the big question is: Who will be our next president? Will our leader be a he or a she? A young citizen gives her take on politics and Election Day in this charming story told in the style of Clement C. Moore's holiday poem.Blue Sky White Stars Bilingual Edition
By Sarvinder Naberhaus. 2019
An inspiring tribute to the beauty and meaning of the American flag, a symbol of America's history and people, illustrated…
by New York Times bestselling and Caldecott-honor winning artist Kadir Nelson--now available with text in Spanish and English.Wonderfully spare, deceptively simple verses pair with richly evocative paintings to celebrate the iconic imagery of our nation, beginning with the American flag. Each spread, sumptuously illustrated by award-winning artist Kadir Nelson, depicts a stirring tableau, from the view of the Statue of Library at Ellis Island to civil rights marchers shoulder to shoulder, to a spacecraft at Cape Canaveral blasting off. This book is an ode to America then and now, from sea to shining sea, and is now accessible to a much larger audience in this bilingual edition.La canción del cambio: Himno para niños
By Amanda Gorman. 2022
Un lírico libro debut para niños por la poeta inaugural presidencial Amanda Gorman y el ilustrador #1 superventas del New York Times Loren Long."Escucho…
el zumbido del cambio.Es una ruidosa y orgullosa canción.No temo la llegada del cambio y por eso canto con gran pasión." En este emocionante y anticipado libro para niños por la poeta inaugural presidencial y activista, Amanda Gorman, todo es posible cuando nuestras voces se unen. Cuando una niña guía a un elenco de personajes por un viaje musical, ellos aprenden que tienen el poder de hacer cambios - grandes o pequeños - en el mundo, en sus comunidades y sobre todo dentro de ellos mismos. Ilustrado por el renombrado Loren Long, El cambio canta usa texto lírico e ilustraciones rítmicas que llegan a un crescendo deslumbrante, y es la llamada triunfal a la acción a todos para que usen sus habilidades para hacer una diferencia.Blue Sky White Stars
By Sarvinder Naberhaus. 2017
An inspiring and patriotic tribute to the beauty of the American flag, a symbol of America&’s history, landscape, and people,…
illustrated by New York Times bestselling and Caldecott-honor winning artist Kadir Nelson Wonderfully spare, deceptively simple verses pair with richly evocative paintings to celebrate the iconic imagery of our nation, beginning with the American flag. Each spread, sumptuously illustrated by award-winning artist Kadir Nelson, depicts a stirring tableau, from the view of the Statue of Library at Ellis Island to civil rights marchers shoulder to shoulder, to a spacecraft at Cape Canaveral blasting off. This book is an ode to America then and now, from sea to shining sea.Dog Says, Cat Says
By Marilyn Singer. 2022
The amusing differences between dogs and cats are shown through clever rhyming couplets in this lively picture book by a renowned…
poetFrom morning to night, a cat and dog who live together show their innate feline and canine natures. The dog barks at the delivery man while the cat barely notices; the dog runs out to play when the children return from school, while the cat prefers to keep napping on the soft couch. Neither gets the better of the other in their rhyming interchanges, and by day's end they realize that, despite being opposites, they are happier when they're together.Bark in the Park!: Poems for Dog Lovers
By Avery Corman. 2019
Go on a walk to the park with all different kinds of dogs and their owners in this funny and…
charming poetry picture book.Enjoy Avery Corman's canine poetry for an Afghan hound, basset hound, beagle, bloodhound, Daschshund, boxer, greyhound, and more as they stroll with their owners to the park.PugIs the Pug cute? Or is the Pug ugh?Mostly, people loveThe little Pug's mugHyewon Yum captures the unique characteristics of the owner and his pet as she beautifully illustrates the humorous walk from each dog's home to the park and back.Emily Writes: Emily Dickinson and Her Poetic Beginnings
By Jane Yolen. 2020
Jane Yolen's Emily Writes is an imagined and evocative picture book account of Emily Dickinson’s childhood poetic beginnings, featuring illustrations…
by Christine Davenier.As a young girl, Emily Dickinson loved to scribble curlicues and circles, imagine new rhymes, and connect with the natural world around her. The sounds, sights, and smells of home swirled through her mind, and Emily began to explore writing and rhyming her thoughts and impressions. She thinks about the real and the unreal. Perhaps poems are the in-between.This thoughtful spotlight on Emily’s early experimentations with poetry offers a unique window into one of the world’s most famous and influential poets.Christy Ottaviano BooksPablo Neruda: Poet of the People / Poeta del pueblo (Bilingual Edition)
By Monica Brown. 2011
A new Spanish and English bilingual edition of the stunning picture book biography of Pablo Neruda, one of the world's…
most enduring and popular poets, from the acclaimed Monica Brown.Había una vez un niño llamado Neftalí, quien amaba las cosas salvajes locamente y las cosas tranquilas serenamente. Desde el momento en que aprendió a hablar, se rodeó de palabras. Neftalí descubrió la magia oculta entre las páginas de los libros.Cuando tenía dieciséis años, comenzó a publicar sus poemas bajo el nombre Pablo Neruda. Pablo escribió poemas sobre las cosas que amaba: obras creadas por sus amigos artistas, objetos hallados en los mercados y elementos de la naturaleza. Escribió sobre la gente de Chile y su lucha por salir adelante. Porque sobre todas las cosas y sobre todas las palabras, Pablo Neruda amaba a la gente.Once there was a little boy named Neftalí who loved wild things wildly and quiet things quietly. From the moment he could talk, he surrounded himself with words, seeking comfort and inspiration from the magic he discovered between the pages of books.When he was sixteen, he began publishing his writing as Pablo Neruda. Pablo wrote poems about the things he loved—things made by his friends in the café, things found at the marketplace, and things he saw in nature. He wrote about the people of Chile and their stories of struggle. Because above all things and above all words, Pablo Neruda loved people.With a new translation of Monica Brown's lyrical text and Julia Paschkis' gorgeous art, which celebrates multiple languages, this new edition will introduce the youngest of readers—of English, Spanish, and both—to the legacy of one of history's most iconic talents.All Welcome Here
By James Preller. 2020
With gorgeous multimedia paintings-and-collages by acclaimed artist Mary GrandPre, James Preller's All Welcome Here promises to be an evergreen gift…
picture book for children about to take the big leap into their first days of school.The bus door swishesOpen, an invitation.Someone is not sure . . .The first day of school and all its excitement, challenges, and yes, anxieties, are celebrated here in connected haiku poems. A diverse cast of characters all start—and finish—their first days of school, and have experiences that all children will relate to.Wild Peace
By Irene Latham. 2021
Wild Peace by Irene Latham and Il Sung Na is a lush, soothing mindfulness picture book about finding solace in…
the natural world.With lyrical text and whimsical art, Wild Peace follows a girl whose imagination helps her escape her frenzied home and discover the joys of nature. After enjoying the serenity of the forest, she is finally ready to return to her family, where peace welcomes all that is wild, and kisses the forehead of every child.When the world fills with noise and fury,and the days pass, all rush and scurry,it's time to step into the forest . . .How Slippery Is a Banana Peel?
By Rebecca Donnelly. 2021
Rebecca Donnelly's How Slippery Is a Banana Peel? is a picture book companion to Cats Are a Liquid celebrating the…
science and the slipperiness of banana peels—a perfect introduction to friction, featuring illustrations by Misa Saburi.Volcanoes roar,But banana peels race.Rockets soar,Like bananas through space.A group of kid-experimenters at a science fair explore the slipperiness of banana peels—a perfect introduction to scientific concepts! It's funny and STEM-inspired, with back matter on friction and a kitchen science experiment. These playful and mischievous banana peels will capture the imagination of readers.Vivid: Poems & Notes About Color
By Julie Paschkis. 2018
Playful poems and facts celebrate the colors of the rainbow in this beautiful nonfiction picture book. Orange you sweet? Orange…
you plump and juicy? Orange you my favorite fruit?Hey - you’re a tangerine!B-lime-y.With information about the science of sight and perception, pigment origins in art and textiles, colloquial expressions and word associations, there's so much to see in each vivid spread—a wonderfully sensory read.- GODWIN BOOKS -Cats Are a Liquid
By Rebecca Donnelly. 2019
Celebrate cats in all their flowing, furry glory in Cats Are a Liquid, a charming picture book that examines the…
unusual physical properties of felines by writer Rebecca Donnelly and illustrator Misa Saburi.Cats fill./ Cats spill./ Cats flow downhill.// Cats tip./ Cats drip./ Cats grip, snip, rip.// Cats are a liquid/ Except when they’re not.Inspired by an Ig Nobel Prize–winning investigation of how cats behave like liquids, this book introduces some of the physical properties of liquids—they adapt to fit a container, they flow like fluids—and is just pure fun. Like its inspiration, it makes you laugh, then think. Back matter includes a brief introduction to the different physical states: solid, liquid, gas.Amazing Peace: A Christmas Poem
By Maya Angelou. 2005
In this beautiful, deeply moving poem, now beautifully narrated in this Read & Listen edition, Maya Angelou inspires us to…
embrace the peace and promise of Christmas so that hope and love can once again light up our holidays and the world. &“Angels and Mortals, Believers and Nonbelievers, look heavenward,&” she writes, &“and speak the word aloud. Peace.&”Narrated by the poet at the lighting of the National Christmas Tree at the White House on December 1, 2005, Maya Angelou&’s celebration of the &“Glad Season&” is a radiant affirmation of the goodness of life and a beautiful holiday gift for people of all faiths.This ebook includes Read & Listen audio narration.