Poetry For Kids

Concrete Kids is an exploration of love and loss, melody and bloodshed. Musician, playwright, and educator Amyra León takes us on a poetic journey through her childhood in Harlem, as she navigates the intricacies of foster care, mourning, self-love, and resilience. In her signature free-verse style, she invites us all to dream with abandon - and to recognize the privilege it is to dream at all.

Two couch potatoes stuck in their ways...A sudden urge to try new things...As Masha the Mash Potato and Frenchie the French Fry venture further from the security and comfort of their couch, what could possibly go wrong? Join them in their journey of discovery, as they move away from their comfort zone in the pursuit of new experiences.

Bizzy (Santa’s “Right Hand Man”) is a great organizer. He not only convinces S. C. (Santa Claus) to let the depressed Izzy Elves go on a much-needed vacation, but he finds a perfect holiday spot where they can blend in - Santa Claus Lane. What he doesn’t plan on, however, is the other elves calling him “bossy boots”, or two smart boys, Henry and Miles, recognizing the Izzies despite their disguises.

"I have something new to talk about...tonight I will be going out," Mama gently tells Llama Llama. At first, Llama feels okay with this. After all, Mama has gone out before and Gram and Grandpa have stayed with him. But this time they can't. Someone new is coming over, and the more he thinks about it, the more he worries! He knows he will be miserable...and then the doorbell rings. It's Molly from the ice cream store. What is she doing here? And she has ice cream! Maybe having a new babysitter isn't nearly as bad as he thought!

There are 10 fat sausages sizzling in the pan, but they’re going fast! Can you help count the sausages as they disappear - and can you see where they go? A book to stimulate observation and discussion, and an enjoyable introduction to number bonding.

We know you shouldn't take your dragon to the library, but what about taking him out to dinner? After all, dragons need to eat, too! But with fiery breath, flapping wings, and pointy spikes, that might not be a good idea! Rhyming text and diverse characters bring the importance of dinner manners to a new level in this charming story.

When a teacher asks her class what one thing they would save in an emergency, some students know the answer right away. Others come to their decisions more slowly. And some change their minds when they hear their classmates’ responses. A lively dialog ignites as the students discover unexpected facets of one another - and themselves. With her ear for authentic dialog and knowledge of tweens’ priorities and emotions, Linda Sue Park brings the varied voices of an inclusive classroom to life through carefully honed, engaging, and instantly accessible verse.

One minute, the narrator of this cleverly rhyming romp is quietly reading. The next minute, pigs descend upon his house in every imaginable getup, by every available means, from every possible place - even “pigs from France” and “pigs just in their underpants”. What results is lovable porcine mayhem and a pizza pig-out!

New York Times best-selling author Mary Engelbreit presents The Bedtime Book. From endearing poems and snuggly stories to sweet blessings and precious prayers, each minute of The Bedtime Book features ways for you to lull your little one to sleep.

They call him Güero because of his red hair, pale skin, and freckles. Sometimes people only go off of what they see. Like the Mexican boxer Canelo Álvarez, 12-year-old Güero is puro mexicano. He feels at home on both sides of the river, speaking Spanish or English. Güero faces the start of seventh grade with heart and smarts, his family’s traditions, and his trusty accordion. And when life gets tough for this Mexican American border kid, he knows what to do: He writes poetry.

From saying good-bye to parents on the very first day of school to watching butterflies hatch in spring, D. J. Steinberg celebrates all the landmark moments of preschool. Because the year is full of so many firsts, this collection of funny, joyful poems is a must-have for all small scholars in the making.

Targeted at kids aged 10 and up, this audiobook provides an introduction to six of Shakespeare's most famous sonnets, including sonnets 18, 19, 30, 33, 116, and 130. The book also explains Shakespeare's language and the context in which he wrote the sonnets. Each sonnet has introductory and concluding comments.

The story of a bean and a firefly who fell down a very deep well and how they survived to tell the tale.

There is much to enjoy. Phil Huffy has created a delightful collection of short verses that are sure to entertain and amuse. His thoughtful and lively reading of these wonderful poems will be a treat to the ears, both big and small! Subjects include bears on a date, backward shoes, family vacations, flying spaghetti, and snow days.

Hey Diddle Diddle is a short nonsense rhyme that makes children laugh. This book also includes bonus joke for kids.

Grumpy Gus lost his shoes...And doesn't know how he'll go on a walk with his friend Louie Lou.They retrace their steps to find his shoes. Together, Gus and Lou discover a little patience and thinking will accomplish so much more.

Little children need tales and stories, for they play an essential part in their development by awakening their imagination, introducing them to symbolic imagery, and bringing forth emotions in a healthy, constructive way. Our audiobook collection brings together the fairy tales, stories, myths and legends, which have fed the imagination of children of many generations in the years when the imagination is awakening and craving stimulus and material to work upon.

Goodnight Dragon follows the nightly routine of a little dragon. Kids love listening to our little dragon brush his teeth, floss, sharpen his horns, practice breathing fire, and more. This dragon audiobook for kids is a great example of the important things all kids should do before bedtime. The extended audiobook version of this book comes with music and sound effects.

You can make bedtime a fun tradition for your child with these five cute bedtime stories. Your child will look forward to going to bed with these entertaining stories. Each story includes a moral lesson and is perfect for early and beginning learners.

The poet, author, and indomitable naturalist Jack Prelutsky, having returned safely from far-flung places with an extensive collection of unique creatures that are a blending of the animate and inanimate, has worked in close collaboration with the fine artist Carin Berger, who herself conducted considerable field operations in preparing Mr. Prelutsky's specimens for exhibition and publication.