The Night Before Summer Vacation by Natasha Wing and illustrated by Julie Durrell,is a fun retelling of The Night Before Christmas. A family prepares The Night Before Summer Vacation by Natasha Wing and illustrated by Julie Durrell,is a fun retelling of The Night Before Christmas. A family prepares to leave for vacation by packing and getting up early to leave for their long journey. As they leave and are on their way, they discover a problem. Whimsical illustrations pair with poetic text. It’s perfect to read aloud before a vacation or on the last day of school....more
Brigette Barrager’s Welcome Flower Child; The Magic of Your Birth Flower, celebrates each month of the year with a delightful poem about the flower thBrigette Barrager’s Welcome Flower Child; The Magic of Your Birth Flower, celebrates each month of the year with a delightful poem about the flower that represents the month. Each double page spread includes the month, name of a flower, a poem, and gorgeous illustrations of the flowers. Tucked within the illustrations, readers will enjoy spotting a surprise amongst the flowers, such as a spider, a bumblebee, dragonflies, etc. Stunning, color-rich, nature artwork adorn the end pages as well as the case cover. Make sure you peek under the dust jacket. The final illustration includes a fold out page. If you love flowers or are looking for a fun and unique read aloud, this is the book for you! Readers of any age will enjoy learning which flower is their birth flower. ...more
Watch Me Bloom: A Bouquet of Haiku for Building Naturalists by Krina Patel-Sage is a beautiful collection of haiku poems for 24 different flowers thatWatch Me Bloom: A Bouquet of Haiku for Building Naturalists by Krina Patel-Sage is a beautiful collection of haiku poems for 24 different flowers that bloom throughout the year, beginning with Snowdrop and concluding with Poinsettia. Each page features a haiku and is accompanied by lovely artwork that has been created digitally and printed on sustainable paper with plant-based inks. Don’t miss the delightful and colorful end pages. The book includes back matter of “Fun Floral Facts.” This alluring picture book can be enjoyed in one sitting or picked up and opened to a random page to read a flower haiku. Readers may also want to enjoy specific poems seasonally. I love Watch Me Blloom and Patel-Sage’s poetry has inspired me to create my own haiku. Flower and nature enthusiasts will adore this picture book. It’s the perfect read for spring time planting season. I highly recommend you pick up a copy for your personal collection....more
This is my first time reading poetry by Carol Ann Duffy. I actually listened to the audiobook and found that the poetry being read to me actually had This is my first time reading poetry by Carol Ann Duffy. I actually listened to the audiobook and found that the poetry being read to me actually had a rhythm and cadence that reminded me of bees and their hum. I was captivated and mesmerized by Duffy’s words. I’m interested in reading more of her work. If you enjoy poetry, I recommend that you give The Bees a read and/or listen. ...more
“Love lifts hearts and minds and comes in many kinds.” ~ Barry Timms
Love Grows Everywhere ‘s lyrical and poetic text is a delightful, love letter to “Love lifts hearts and minds and comes in many kinds.” ~ Barry Timms
Love Grows Everywhere ‘s lyrical and poetic text is a delightful, love letter to our diverse and beautiful world. Tisha Lee’s artwork reveals the essence of the poem, while telling a story of a stunning, diverse community, depicting kindness, acceptance, and love. A family of gardeners lovingly tend and sell the plants that they grow. In their community, readers see love of many kinds. When a new boy moves to the neighborhood, can the gardener’s daughter show kindness and acceptance towards him?This is the perfect picture book to share when discussing kindness, caring, acceptance, and of course, love....more
“The green trees caused life, peace, and joy to grow near …”
Aa young prince begins to plant different kinds of seeds to grow trees. It turns out that “The green trees caused life, peace, and joy to grow near …”
Aa young prince begins to plant different kinds of seeds to grow trees. It turns out that there are two different types of trees growing. Green trees that grow love and positivity and dark trees that are mean and are overtaking the forest. As the prince grows, so do the trees. One day a friend brings more green seeds for the prince to plant. When the prince realizes that the girl can cut down the dark trees and care for the green ones, he asks for her help. Stunning artwork Illustrate this beautiful picture book that has the important lesson for us to tend to the green seeds in our own lives. Seeds and Trees is a picture book with an entertaining tale but holds an important message for its readers....more
I am a lover of poetry and art. Put the two together, with poems written by Nikki Giovanni, and art by Ashley Bryan, and you have this beautiful pictuI am a lover of poetry and art. Put the two together, with poems written by Nikki Giovanni, and art by Ashley Bryan, and you have this beautiful picture book. Of course you can read and savor one poem at a time or you can indulge in reading each poem as a delightful collection of poems that celebrate a love for the family and heritage of African Americans. Bryan’s illustrations are stunning and capture Giovanni’s words and sentiments in a fascinating, eye catching way.I recommend adding I Am Love to your poetry collection. ...more
America is Her Name is a beautiful story about a young girl who finds writing and poetry to be the perfect outlet for expressing herself and being herAmerica is Her Name is a beautiful story about a young girl who finds writing and poetry to be the perfect outlet for expressing herself and being her authentic self. ...more
This picture book is a beautiful poem written to a child from his father. The story follows the child as he grows, from birth to young adulthood. CoopThis picture book is a beautiful poem written to a child from his father. The story follows the child as he grows, from birth to young adulthood. Cooper’s paintings are rich with detail and add to the depth of the love letter to a son. A perfect Father’s Day read. ...more
Soft, elegant illustrations fill the pages of this multi layered story. Sakura loves spending time with her grandmother. They especially love when theSoft, elegant illustrations fill the pages of this multi layered story. Sakura loves spending time with her grandmother. They especially love when the cherry trees blossom. When Sakura must move far away, she misses her grandmother, her home, and feels lonely then one day she makes a friend and things change for Sakura. This beautiful story deals with themes of family, grief, friends, and a new home. Told through tanka poems, this picture book is important and must be added to all collections. Includes back matter.
“ I study every different seed, each filled with so much knowing. Everything they’ll ever need To keep them strong and growing.”
Gorgeously illustrated, t“ I study every different seed, each filled with so much knowing. Everything they’ll ever need To keep them strong and growing.”
Gorgeously illustrated, this beautiful picture book , Every Little Seed, by Cynthia Schumerth and illustrated by Elisa Paganelli, tells the story of a young girl’s journey through the planting of seeds, caring for the flowers, and harvesting seeds for the next spring. Additionally, a lovely story of gardening knowledge passed down the generations is featured throughout the story. Schumerth captivates the reader with this heartwarming story of the life cycle of a seed. Her writing is beautiful and poetic. Paganelli brings it to life through her delicate artwork, with a subtle color scheme. Every Little Seed is perfect for a gardening study or story time. It’s also an invaluable book for young gardeners. Includes back matter that gives further information on seeds and explains the meaning of invasive insects. Highly recommended....more
This is a gorgeous picture book adaptation of a poem that deals with reflections on nature, family, and on oneself in this world. Joy Harjo, poet laurThis is a gorgeous picture book adaptation of a poem that deals with reflections on nature, family, and on oneself in this world. Joy Harjo, poet laureate, is a member of the Mvskoke Nation and Michaela Goade is Tlingit. Stunning paintings bring the poem to life, visually. Share this wonderful poem picture book with anyone you can. It’s the perfect gift a Or read aloud for any occasion. Highly recommended.
“This timeless poem paired with magnificent paintings makes for a picture book that is a true celebration of life and our human role within it.”~GoodReads...more
Poems for each month, written by John Updike are accompanied by charming artwork by Trina Schart Hyman. Read in one sitting and th1966 Caldecott Honor
Poems for each month, written by John Updike are accompanied by charming artwork by Trina Schart Hyman. Read in one sitting and then share a poem each month....more
Build a House by Rhiannon Giddens and illustrated by Monica Mikai, is a poignant song that has been made into a picture book. Gi“I put my story down.”
Build a House by Rhiannon Giddens and illustrated by Monica Mikai, is a poignant song that has been made into a picture book. Giddens is a singer and song writer. She wrote Build a House in honor of the 155 anniversary of Juneteenth. Mikai’s artwork portrays remarkable depictions of the song. It includes an important author’s note and a QR code that links to a recording of the song. Pair this picture book with the music. Combine the reading of the author’s note with a discussion about the meaning and significance of Juneteenth. ...more
This gorgeous picture book poetically describes the saweh, or rice field, and all that occurs there. As the title implies, rice is life. Learn how theThis gorgeous picture book poetically describes the saweh, or rice field, and all that occurs there. As the title implies, rice is life. Learn how the saweh is filled with life. Beautiful illustrations accompany the text. Highly recommended. ...more
Wow! Castillo’s gorgeous art brings Herrera’s beautiful poem to life on the pages of this beautiful picture book. Herrera’s poem is autobiographical aWow! Castillo’s gorgeous art brings Herrera’s beautiful poem to life on the pages of this beautiful picture book. Herrera’s poem is autobiographical and stunning. Highly recommended....more
Fun animal poems are accompanied by detailed, line cut illustrations. The poetry and illustrations work well together to create an engaging book that Fun animal poems are accompanied by detailed, line cut illustrations. The poetry and illustrations work well together to create an engaging book that can be read from cover to cover or one poem at a time. Recommended....more
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