juvenile poetry

Illustrations and easy-to-read text express a child's awareness of being filled with deep emotions, from joy to sorrow and anger to compassion, but above all, love.

"Snowflakes whirling, snow-flocks swirling, streaks of white twirl through the night . . . You've heard of birds who migrate to warmer climates in the wintertime--but what about those who persevere through snowy weather and freezing temperatures? . . . salutes the brave and resourceful birds who adapt to survive the coldest months"--Provided by publisher.

"A bold, lyrical collection of poems with . . . illustrations that highlight some of the most celebrated activists from around the world"--Provided by publisher.

Presents thirteen poems about wacky, imaginative cars, including the "Sloppy-Floppy-Nonstop-Jalopy," the "Bathtub Limousine," and the "High Heel Car.".

"A kid-friendly collection of more than twenty poems about the polar regions and the animals that live there"--Provided by publisher.

"Thirty-one short poems with no more than 18 words each capture a wide variety of objects that fly, float, soar, or simply exist in the air around and above us"--Booklist.

"The animals in the dark woods are secretive, their inner lives a mystery. The stealthy bobcat, the inquisitive raccoon, and the dignified bear waking up from his winter nap are just a few of the glorious animals featured in this . . . collection of poems and woodland scenes"--Dust jacket.

"Illustrated picture book on the cycle of life including acrostic poetry that introduces young readers to the changing seasons, rhythms of nature and the natural world, animals and environment"--Provided by publisher.

"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"--Amazon.

"[A collection of poems describing the] ways animals sleep: from upside down and holding hands, to sleeping while swimming or flying . . . With a poem for every animal, followed by a paragraph explaining the fascinating science behind how that animal sleeps"--Provided by publisher.