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Child of the universe
by Ray Jayawardhana
Illustrated by the best-selling artist of Don’t Forget, God Bless Our Troops, a picture book debut by the renowned astrophysicist lyrically conveys the awesome importance of every child’s unique life in the vastness of the universe. Illustrations.
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I got the rhythm
by Connie Schofield-Morrison
Walking with her mother to the park, an exuberant little girl hears music in the sounds all around her that inspires her to sniff, snap and shake before bursting into an impromptu dance that is joined by other children. Illustrated by the Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe New Talent Award-winning artist of Jazzy Miz Mozetta.
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Daniel finds a poem
by Micha Archer
The illustrator of Lola's Fandango features painted cut-paper artwork in an invitation to discover poetry in nature that finds a young boy visiting the park and learning from new animal friends what they perceive as poetry.
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One leaf rides the wind : counting in a Japanese garden
by Celeste Davidson Mannis
Introduces haiku through a collection of ten simple poems while exploring the diversity and beauty of a Japanese garden as one leaf, three miniature bonsai trees, and other plants and garden treasures are presented. Jr Lib Guild. Reprint.
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Explosion at the poem factory
by Kyle Lukoff
Rich with wordplay and humor, author Kyle Lukoff and award-winning illustrator Mark Hoffman bring poetry to life in this story about Kilmer Watts, a former piano teacher who decides to investigate a new job at the poem factory. Illustrations.
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Little Red Rhyming Hood
by Sue Fliess
Little Red, teased for speaking only in rhymes, enters a poetry contest hoping to make friends but Big Bad Wolf scares her rhyming ability out of her and into himself
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Poetree
by Shauna LaVoy Reynolds
Celebrating the arrival of spring by writing a poem and tying it artfully to a tree, little Sylvia is surprised when another poem is delivered in response, triggering a heartwarming poetic correspondence and new friendship. A first picture book. Simultaneous eBook.
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Science verse
by Jon Scieszka
When the teacher tells his class that they can hear the poetry of science in everything, a student is struck with a curse and begins hearing nothing but science verses that sound very much like some well-known poems
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Hi, Koo! : a year of seasons
by Jon J Muth
The Caldecott Honor-winning creator of Zen Shorts presents a celebration of the four seasons that complements thematic scenes featuring the endearing panda bear, Koo, with 26 haikus.
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Step gently out : poem
by Helen Frost
Simple, evocative poetic language and close-up photographs invite youngsters to make observations about the natural world while profiling such subjects as a katydid's eye, a spider on a silken web and a glowing firefly. By the author of Monarch and Milkweed.
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A poem in your pocket
by Margaret McNamara
The stars of How Many Seeds in a Pumpkin? introduce a variety of poetic forms through the story of young Elinor, whose confidence falters as she tries to write something perfect in time for a famous poet's visit to her school. Simultaneous eBook.
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Sail away : poems
by Langston Hughes
A celebration of the wild sea's creative potential combines Langston Hughes' "Seascape," "Sea Charm" and other classic poems with cut-paper collage illustrations by a multiple Coretta Scott King Award-winning artist.
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Here's a little poem : a very first book of poetry
by Jane Yolen
A superb collection of more than sixty poems by a wide range of talented writers--including Langston Hughes, Gertrude Stein, Margaret Wise Brown, and A.A. Milne--highlights the moments of a toddler's world from dawn to dusk. 20,000 first printing.
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Thanku : poems of gratitude
by Miranda Paul
Featuring contributions by a diverse range of writers including Joseph Bruchac, Naomi Shihab Nye and Jane Yolen, a themed poetry anthology explores various ways to express gratitude for blessings ranging from sleep and health to education and family. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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The undefeated
by Kwame Alexander
Originally performed for ESPN’s The Undefeated, this poem by the Newbery Award-winning author of The Crossover and artwork from a two-time Caldecott Honoree is a love letter to black life in the United States, highlighting the unspeakable trauma of slavery; the faith and fire of the Civil Rights Movement; and the grit, passion and perseverance of some of the world’s greatest heroes. Simultaneous eBook Illustrations.
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The proper way to meet a hedgehog : and other how-to poems
by Paul B Janeczko
The award-winning compiler of A Kick in the Head presents a sumptuously illustrated volume of informative, inspirational and fanciful poetry that celebrates the joys of nature and simple everyday experiences and includes pieces by such masters as Kwame Alexander, Pat Mora and Allan Wolf
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The day the universe exploded my head : poems to take you into space and back again
by Allan Wolf
With poetry that is equal parts accurate and entertaining, accompanied by lively, whimsical and energetic illustrations, amateur stargazers and budding astrophysicists will be enthralled by the many wonders of the universe as presented in this picture book that includes notes about the poems, a glossary and a list of resources.
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The popcorn astronauts : and other biteable rhymes
by Deborah Ruddell
A collection of seasonal poems pays tribute to favorite foods with entries ranging from "Strawberry Queen" and "Only Guacamole" to "21 Things to Do With an Apple" and "The Cocoa Cabana." Simultaneous eBook.
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Martin rising : requiem for a King
by Andrea Davis Pinkney
An illustrated tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. celebtrates his commitment to non-violent protest in support of civil rights
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The ghostly carousel : delightfully frightful poems
by Calef Brown
A zombie family reunion, a giggling undertaker and a telekinetic warlock are among the innumerable side-tickling subjects in a collection of spooky poems complemented by stylized artwork. By the creator of Hypnotize a Tiger
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Runny Babbit returns : another billy sook
by Shel Silverstein
A collection of 41 never-before-published poems and drawings by the award-winning creator of such classics as Where the Sidewalk Ends combines tongue-twisting wordplay with illustrations of uproarious characters, including fan-favorite Runny Babbit. 350,000 first printing.
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Muslim nursery rhymes
by Mustafa Yusuf McDermont
Offers fifteen nursery rhymes designed for Muslim children, including "Baby Amina," "Where are you going to, Omar Abdullah?," and "When Saleem made a promise."
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My people
by Langston Hughes
The inspirational words of this celebrated writer's poem are brought to life through a collection of brilliant sepia-colored photographs throughout capturing the diverse features, hearts, and souls of its subjects.
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Keep a pocket in your poem : classic poems and playful parodies
by J. Patrick Lewis
A treasury of 13 classic poems by such masters as Robert Frost, Langston Hughes and Emily Dickinson are paired with lighthearted parodies by the former U.S. Children's Poet Laureate, including "Stopping by Fridge on a Hungry Evening" and "Grief Is the Thing With Tissues."
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Scranimals
by Jack Prelutsky
As two young explorers go about their journey to wild and wacky places, young readers of all ages are challenged to figure out the answers to amusing questions where two words are combined to make one. Reprint.
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This promise of change : one girl's story in the fight for school equality
by Jo Ann Allen Boyce
A versed account shares the firsthand experiences of one of the young people who made history by joining 11 other African American students to integrate Central High School in 1956 Little Rock, describing how it felt to be rendered a civil rights spokesperson in the face of daunting national protests. Simultaneous eBook.
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Becoming Muhammad Ali : a novel
by James Patterson
Fully authorized by and written in cooperation with the Muhammad Ali estate, two powerhouse authors come together to tell the inspiring story of Cassius Clay, the determined boy who would one day become Muhammed Ali, one of the greatest sports heroes of all time. Simultaneous.
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A place inside of me : a poem to heal the heart
by Zetta Elliott
The award-winning author of Bird presents an evocative story in verse that follows a poignant year in the life of a brown child whose community rallies for justice and peace in the aftermath of a police shooting. 35,000 first printing. Illustrations.
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Love, love
by Victoria Chang
A novel in verse traces the experiences of a 10-year-old Chinese-American girl living in the suburbs of Detroit who endures bullying and the mystery of her sister’s illness before finding validation at a local tennis court. By the award-winning author of Obit. Simultaneous eBook.
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Out of the dust
by Karen Hesse
A poem cycle that reads as a novel narrates the story of fifteen-year-old Billie Jo and her battle against the elements during the Oklahoma Dust Bowl of 1934. By the author of The Music of Dolphins. Reprint. Newbery Medal
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Booked
by Kwame Alexander
Twelve-year-old Nick loves soccer and hates books, but soon learns the power of words as he wrestles with problems at home, stands up to a bully, and tries to impress the girl of his dreams
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The last fifth grade of Emerson Elementary
by Laura Shovan
In a story told in verse from multiple perspectives of the graduating fifth grade class of Emerson Elementary, the kids join together to try to save their school from being torn down to make way for a supermarket
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Serafina's promise
by Ann E Burg
In a poor village outside of Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Serafina works hard to help her family, but dreams of going to school and becoming a doctor--then the earthquake hits and Serafina must summon all her courage to find her father and still get medicine for her sick baby brother as she promised
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Love that dog
by Sharon Creech
A young student, who comes to love poetry through a personal understanding of what different famous poems mean to him, surprises himself by writing his own inspired poem. An ALA Notable Book. Reprint.
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The canyon's edge
by Dusti Bowling
Accompanying her father on a slot-canyon expedition in the Arizona desert a year after a random shooting changed their family forever, Nora is separated from her father and their supplies by a flash flood and must navigate the deadly natural hazards of the desert to survive. 25,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook.
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Another day as Emily
by Eileen Spinelli
Feeling overshadowed by her brother's heroics and a best friend winning a coveted role in the school play, eleven-year-old Suzy immerses herself in a school project about Emily Dickinson by imitating the classic author's reclusive ways
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Exquisite : the poetry and life of Gwendolyn Brooks
by Suzanne Slade
A picture book biography of celebrated poet Gwendolyn Brooks, the first Black person to win the Pulitzer Prize, follows her from early girlhood into her adult life, showcasing her desire to write poetry from a very young age. Illustrations.
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Bravo! : poems about amazing Hispanics
by Margarita Engle
Bold, graphic portraits and evocative poems combine in an introduction to famous and lesser-known Latinos of varied backgrounds, from César Chávez to Tito Puente, who have faced life's challenges in creative ways. By the Newbery Honor-winning author of The Surrender Tree.
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Rise : from caged bird to poet of the people, Maya Angelou
by Bethany Hegedus
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the publication of I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, this beautifully illustrated biography of Maya Angelou describes how she rose above a childhood of trauma and emotional pain to become one of the most inspiring voices of our lifetime. Illustrations.
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