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Ketanji. Unshook. Unbothered. Poised for position. Based on the electric and historic appointment of Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court, this poetic book from powerhouse jessica Care moore outlines the dreams of a young girl who wants to change the world one day. Regardless of the...

This children's audiobook will have you laughing out loud. There are funny poems about animals, school, weird monsters—in fact, anything that is unusual, silly, or just plain daft that can be fitted into a rhyme. This is definitely not a book to be missed by anyone under the age of 140 years old with a sense of the absurd.

This poetry book has different riddles for mid-grade and teen children. It will be challenging to some adults, also. Some riddles may have more than one answer, which means the same things. This is a series of riddles, and the next one will be Biblical riddles.

Some of the most delightful poems ever written for children, brought evocatively to life in this wonderful new audio edition. Ted Hughes wrote an extraordinary body of work for children. This is a selection which includes original recordings made by the author himself as well as new readings by Juliet Stevenson and Michael Morpurgo.

The moving true story of how young Ukrainian Jewish piano prodigies Zhanna (alias “Anna”) and her sister Frina outplayed their pursuers while hiding in plain sight during the Holocaust. A middle grade nonfiction novel-in-verse by award-winning author Susan Hood with Greg Dawson (Zhanna’s...

Four funny tales and a poem for very young children who love dogs. See their eyes light up and hear them giggle! You might well giggle yourself! The stories are gentle and happy. The companion book to 'Cat-apult' for children who adore cats.

A third collection of funny and thoughtful poems from Alex, aimed at developing a love of language and self-expression. Listeners will be excited by fun new characters, as well as being introduced to powerful and moving poems such as 'Young Oak', 'The Long Way Home', and 'For a Quiet Day'.

From the beloved author of "Winnie The Pooh" comes a delightful collection of poems told from the perspective of a child around the age of six. From the friendly adventures of Christopher Robin and Pooh to the curiosity of Elizabeth Ann, this book explores a variety of themes, including but not limited to The bittersweetness brought about by the holiday season, identity exploration, and the joys of friendship.

Introduce young listeners to poetry with The Very Hungry Caterpillar in this first-ever collection of original poems from the World of Eric Carle! Caterpillar’s Wish I made a little wish on the first star in the sky. I wished that I could turn into— a big blue butterfly! This tender...

A timeless book of beautiful children's poetry, with a new forward about why it's beneficial for children to learn poetry.

Two old poems of exciting events for the children in all of us.... Paul Revere's exciting midnight ride to warn all the neighbors in the countryside that the British were coming - one light if by land and two if by sea. And The Pied Piper of Hamelin.... He got rid of the pesky, hated rats, but when the villagers refused to pay for his services, the Pied Piper took matters into his own hands...and the villagers paid a very dear price, indeed, in the end.

Learn all of the classic nursery rhymes with this adorable book from the My First Books Collection! Young listeners will enjoy Humpty Dumpty; Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star; This Little Pig Went to the Market; Oh Where Has My Little Dog Gone?; and Pat-a-Cake, Pat-a-Cake. Rhyming words will encourage early literacy skills.

This thoughtfully crafted anthology is perfect for children new to verse and for young poetry fans seeking out new favourites. Explore poetry from a diverse selection of contemporary and historical poets, covering a broad range of topics - from personal subjects like emotions and family, to the wonders of the natural environment. Carefully selected works encourage children to see the poetry in everything and to embrace the beauty of their everyday lives.

Read by the author and features brand-new whimsical music composed to take little ones on a fun and truth-filled musical journey! When a child feels left out, makes a mistake, or is called a name that hurts their heart, how can they know their true identity? Bestselling author, spoken-word...

This book of 13 silly rhymes about strange animals is sure to delight and confuzzle its young listeners. More Beasts for Worse Children, a collection of nonsense verses for children, was written by English-French writer, historian, and satirist, Hilaire Belloc (1870–1953).

Good-bye, hello, welcome, and good night. Introducing the wonderful world of Sir Silly. He was born before time, and so he has no time for such time that was before that time. He thinks in rhyme and always lets his imagination dance freely. Sir Silly is all he can be, to be as silly as he can. Sir Silly is very serious about being silly.

If you think poems about nature are all pretty flowers and rainbow sunsets, this book is not for you. If you can’t handle giant whale farts, turn back right now. If you don’t want to know how lobsters pee, do not read one word further. Seriously, if you open this book, you’re going to find out the disgusting truth about where honey comes from!

Join the enchanting journey of mythical creatures as they overcome obstacles and discover the true meaning of friendship and courage in Poetry for Kids. Written in verse, this collection of poems takes you deep into a magical forest where unicorns, dragons, and other fantastic creatures come to life. Each poem tells a unique and heartwarming story that will delight children and inspire them to believe in the power of imagination and the beauty of nature.

Young children will enjoy listening to, and then singing the same story! The Listen & Sing-Along Classic Favorites Collection features “The Wheels On The Bus,” “Old MacDonald Had A Farm,” “Down By The Bay,” and “B-I-N-G-O.” Little ones will laugh as the wheels on the bus go ‘round and ‘round as it travels through the town, and then “moo” and “oink” as they sing “e-i-e-i-o” in the classic song “Old MacDonald Had A Farm.” Can you imagine seeing a frog walking a dog down by the bay?

All his life, William Stanley searched for a wild place of his own. Growing up in the straightened-out city blocks of his childhood and finding some respite in summer trips to a cabin in the woods, he yearned for space, fragrant soil, tall trees, and the silence that surrounds them. In Hawaii, he learned of acres of land depleted from toxic agricultural practices, and he became determined to restore that land and create one of the most comprehensive palm gardens in the world.