Child Poetry

"Goethe war kein "Kinderdichter", aber er war ein Dichter auch für Kinder. Auch wenn Goethe heute manchem fern zu sein scheint - seine Lebensnähe drückt sich aus in Versen und Worten. Das Dramatische, das Heitere, das Abenteuerliche, ja Gruselige, an dem Kinder sich und ihre Sicht der Dinge und der Welt erproben, muss nicht kindertümelnd daherkommen. Wahrhaft muss es sein, dann wird es wirken. Und wer schrieb klarer, wahrhaftiger, plastischer als Goethe? Durchaus mit Anspruch, aber ohne pädagogischen Zeigefinger.

A book of poems with practical, inspirational, educational, and spiritual tips on how to navigate one's most significant journey of transitioning from a child to a responsible adult.

Will the stag escape the hunters? Did the lion eat the mouse? And why exactly did the fox invite the stork round to share a meal? Find your own answers to these questions as you engage with the stories retold here by Leon Conrad in the rich oral storytelling tradition. Enjoy Leon's virtuosic readings of the poems.

A pair of brave and bold sisters, London and Laiyah, will take your child’s hand and guide them through a night of exploration and wonder. Theirs is a journey that connects the vibrant world with the limitless potential for imagination. This story reminds children (and their parents) of the wonderful adventures that await us all in life. Those who are brave and bold will reach beyond their potential and use their imagination to explore, and shape, the world around them.

A delightful book of owls for children takes young listeners on a journey through a sleeping city and countryside, all from the peaceful perspective of a family of owls flying through the night.

An ode to the girl with scrapes on her knees and flowers in her hair, and every girl in between, this exquisite treasury will appeal to fans of Dear Girl and I Am Enough and have kids poring over it to find a poem that's just for them.

Embark on a riveting journey through the captivating audio of "A Tale of a Nation," a literary masterpiece that beckons listeners to immerse themselves in the heart and soul of a nation's rich narrative. This compelling poetic book transcends boundaries, weaving together the threads of history, culture, and contemporary vibrancy into an enchanting tapestry that will leave listeners spellbound.

This anthology of thirty-five children's poems was first published in 1927. It is the second collection by Milne of children's poetry, following When We Were Very Young, which was released in 1924. Now We Are Six is notable for the appearance of the lovable bear, Winnie the Pooh who is featured in several poems and whose adventures are described in the Winnie The Pooh and The House at Pooh Corner.

La grazia e l'innocenza dei bambini trovano nella fantasia una felicissima occasione di manifestarsi. Il mio approccio col mondo infantile è materno. Mi soffermo a contemplare la natura, la più nascosta, la più umile, gli animaletti dalla terra, il profumo del biancospino. Tutto scorre in una festa di colore e di luce. In tutto questo ritrovo la delicatezza innocente dei giornalini della mia infanzia, delle rime improvvisate, la piacevolezza arguta di un'invenzione, il lepido saporoso scorrere di un mondo interiore.

Share these bilingual performances of 35 selected Spanish/English poems from The Poetry Friday Anthology for Celebrations with students of all ages! This hour-long audio sampler of poems is meant to be used in conjunction with both the Children's Edition and the Teacher/Librarian Edition of The Poetry Friday Anthology for Celebrations, an ILA Notable Books for a Global Society selection.

As a young child, I always enjoyed the magic, the wonder, and rhythmic storytelling of nursery rhymes, from around the world. Now as an adult, some of those memorized verses, can be interpreted differently than I remember, however, I cannot help but be transported back to a time of childhood innocence, whenever they come to mind. I have selected several of my favorites verses for this book, and I hope that they will continue to delight and inspire, young and old, for generations to come.

In this whimsical rhyming book, Rodney awakens to the rumblings of his empty stomach, setting the stage for a day filled with delicious possibilities. From his lofty perch, he spots delectable treats strewn about, igniting his determination to feast to his heart's content!

Why shouldn't you trust fairies? What would it be like to have a werewolf for a pet? Do dolphins and mermaids get along? Does Bigfoot make the best coffee? Get ready for the next installment of our beloved series, Nano Adventures - Mythical Creatures featuring 12 magical, mystical, and whimsical rhyming tales!

How did the little girl convince her parents to get a pet? Do lizards look good in hats? What happened at the great furball showdown? How long do parrots live? Get ready for this fur-loving edition of Nano Adventures - House Pets featuring 13 rhyming animal stories.

When Nazi bombs begin to destroy Bess Walder’s hometown of East London, Bess convinces her parents to evacuate her and her younger brother, Louis, to Canada aboard the SS City of Benares. On the journey, she meets another evacuee, Beth Cummings. Bess and Beth have a lot in common—both strong and athletic, both named for Queen Elizabeth, both among the older kids on the ship, and both excited about life in Canada. On the fifth day at sea, everyone starts to relax, but trouble is right behind them. That night, a Nazi U-boat torpedoes the Benares.

Settle down for Easter with a collection of magical animal stories that will transport your little one to the world of imagination.

Grab your teddy and join us as we settle down for one of Andrew Lang's magical stories from the The Blue Fairy Book, "Why the Sea is Salt". Then fall asleep to the soothing classical lullaby "Fragile" by Bella Element.

Join us for this enchanting story "Rapunzel" by the Brothers Grimm followed by Bella Butterfly's calming bedtime lullaby "Sleep My Darling" helping your little one settle down to sleep.

Join us as we follow the mischievous adventure of "The Little Gingerbread Man" then drift to sleep to the soothing lullaby "Hush, Little Baby" by Jame Ornlamai.

Jump into Beatrix Potter's watery world of "The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher" as we join Jeremy on his fishing expedition which becomes more of an adventure than he anticipated then settle down to a calming lullaby "Little Boy Blue" sung by Bella Butterfly.