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Do you know why the Moon's so dry and yet our world is wet? Immerse
yourself in the wonderful world of water and discover the story of
H20 from its very beginning. Engaging, informative poetry flows
over the pages and stunning illustrations bring this story to
rushing, gushing life.
I wasn't The Dog that looks like its Owner and Most Fabulous Fella
was some other male. But there was one class where I came in first
- I'm The Dog with the Waggiest Tail. From huskies, born to run, to
those big bad bruisers, the security dogs. Meet Bruno, the smallest
dog on the farm, and Charlie, the dancing chihuahua. Find rescue
dogs, helping dogs, yappy dogs, happy dogs - and the dog with the
waggiest tail! All written from the dogs' point of view, by
internationally acclaimed poets Brian Moses and Roger Stevens, this
funny and perceptive canine collection will be treasured by
dog-lovers of all ages.
A joy to read with small children - Independent An uplifting
celebration of nature and the wonder of the world around us by
legendary poet and performer Benjamin Zephaniah, one of The Times'
top 50 British post-war writers. At the bottom of my garden,
there's a hedgehog and a frog, And a lot of creepy-crawlies living
underneath a log . . . All around us, from parks to gardens and
flowerpots to pavements, there's a world of wonder just waiting to
be discovered. Why not look a little closer and see what you find?
This joyful celebration of nature reminds us all to take a closer
look at the world around us, and enjoy the wonder of nature
wherever we find it. Packed with animals and minibeasts galore,
this imaginative rhyming text is perfect for reading aloud.
Vonk@verse 2 is uitsonderlike, volkleur-geillustreerde digbundels
wat kreatiewe vonke gaan laat spat. Aan die hand van rymende en
ritmiese verse gaan lesers die sprankelwerelde van verskuns ontdek
en geniet. Die wye verskeidenheid nuwe en klassieke verse is gekies
om belangstelling in en liefde vir die poesie aan te wakker. Dit
bied ook uitdagings vir rolspel, dramatisering en vonkelende
voordrag. Die bundels gaan ook 'n vonk terugsit in poesie-onderrig.
Die gedigte is tematies en volgens moeilikheidsgraad gerangskik.
Die woordverklarings, kort besprekings en enkele vrae ondersteun
die leser se interaksie met die teks en bevorder deeglike begrip
van die betekenis en boodskap.
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People Need People
(Hardcover)
Benjamin Zephaniah; Illustrated by Nila Aye
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To walk to To talk to To cry and rely on, People will always need
people . . . From the creators of Nature Trail comes an uplifting
picture book about the power of people, and the importance of
connecting with others. This timely poem reminds us all to be kind
to one another. Written by legendary poet, Benjamin Zephaniah, one
of The Times' top 50 British post-war writers. Beautifully
illustrated by Nila Aye. Praise for Nature Trail: A joy to read
with small children - Independent
A refreshed cover edition of Gaby Morgan's Read Me: A Poem for
Every Day of the Year, the bestselling poetry anthology with over a
quarter of a million copies sold. This anthology is perfect for
sharing with the all the family - it contains a poem for every day
of the year from the very best modern and classic poets, so you're
sure to find familiar favourites along with exciting new
discoveries. 365 rhymes, verses and poems from the likes of Brian
Patten, William Wordsworth, A. A. Milne, Emily Dickinson, Wes
Magee, William Blake, Seamus Heaney, Ian McMillan, Gareth Owen and
Walter de la Mare. This inspiring and heart-warming collection is
the perfect gift that will last the whole year, with a little bit
of magic to read every day.
We now call it The Great Realisation and, yes, since then there
have been many. But that's the story of how it started ... and why
hindsight's 2020. First performed online in response to the
Covid-19 pandemic, Tomos Roberts' heartfelt poem, with its message
of hope and resilience, has been viewed over 60 million times and
translated into over 20 languages. Adapted by Ashley Banjo and
Diversity into a BAFTA-winning dance performance for Britain's Got
Talent! As featured in the official BBC New Years Eve fireworks
spectacular! 'A beautiful book and beautifully illustrated' - Kate
Garraway, Good Morning Britain Written in the form of a bedtime
story, The Great Realisation is a celebration of the many things -
from simple acts of kindness, to applauding the heroic efforts of
our key workers - that have brought us together at a time of global
crisis. It captures, with magical resonance, the thoughts and
feelings of millions in lockdown, as we adapted to a new way of
life, found joy in unexpected places, cast aside old habits and
reflected on what truly matters to us. The Great Realisation is a
timely reminder that, even during our most challenging moments,
there is always hope. Tomos's second book, The World Awaits, was
published in July 2021 and he was commissioned by the Royal British
Legion to write an Armistice Day poem, Alive With Poppies, which he
performed at the Royal Albert Hall in commemoration of 100 years of
the poppy. He wrote a Christmas poem, 'I Actually, Love London' for
BBC London in December 2021. 'This fairytale-style story provides a
springboard for discussion of current events with children, and
presents a more optimistic view of the future in a time where the
outlook often seems bleak' - School Library Journal, US
The stunning voice and hard life of legendary jazz singer Billie
Holiday is revealed through evocative, accessible poetry. In 1915,
Sadie Fagan gave birth to a daughter she named Eleanora. The world,
however, would know her as Billie Holiday, possibly the greatest
jazz singer of all time. Eleanora's journey to become a legend took
her through pain, poverty, and run-ins with the law. By the time
she was fifteen, she knew she possessed something that could
possibly change her life--a voice. Eleanora could sing. Her
remarkable voice led her to a place in the spotlight with some of
the era's hottest big bands. Through a sequence of raw and poignant
poems, New York Times best-selling and award-winning poet Carole
Boston Weatherford chronicles the singer's young life, her fight
for survival, and the dream she pursued with passion.
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Pretty Loved
(Board book)
MR Jay; Illustrated by Vanessa Chromik
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Ideal for babies, infants, toddlers, ages 0-3 years old. The
perfect book for parents to read to their infants or toddlers at
bedtime, snuggle time... or any time!" The word "pretty" doesn't
only refer to how someone looks. Pretty Loved showcases all of the
different and wonderful qualities that your baby has that you love
about them so much! You're pretty kind, you're pretty fun, and if
you'd please just wait my hope is pretty soon you'll see, you're
really pretty great. Without a great big hug from you, my day is
incomplete, I treasure every single one - I'd say you're pretty
sweet. In moments that I hold you close, I feel my soul is freed,
There is no question, please have no doubt...you're pretty loved,
indeed. Written in first person as a dialog between a parent (or
grandparent) and a small child, Pretty Loved uses a variety of
adorably illustrated animals, including hippos, penguins, giraffes,
elephants and more to detail all of the reasons why that child is
unconditionally loved. An ideal addition to any bookshelf, and
perfect gift for any new parent, Pretty Loved is destined to stand
the test of time, along with classic titles such as Sam McBratney's
Guess How Much I Love You, and Robert Munsch'sLove You Forever.
Written by Mr.Jay, bestselling author of Ricky, the Rock that
Couldn't Roll, this unique, lyrically written "I love you" book
will become a cherished gift and go-to item on any bookshelf.
Winner of the CLPE Award for Children's Poetry 2020. This dazzling
poetry collection bubbles with excitement and creativity, capturing
the sheer joy of the natural world. Discover parades of
beast-doodles, preposterous penguins, talking blossoms, playful
birds, humble fleas and a host of other exotic and everyday
creatures who jump off the page and into our hearts.
Thought-provoking, delightfully original and beautifully
illustrated, Cherry Moon will encourage children of every age to
explore the power, enchantment and wonderfulness of poetry and
nature.
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Peace Train
(Paperback)
Cat Stevens; Illustrated by Peter Reynolds
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The iconic song is now an incredible picture book! Celebrate fifty
years of Cat Stevens’ timeless anthem with this joyfully illustrated
picture book filled with hope, love, and the celebration of all
cultures and identities.
Fifty years ago Peace Train changed the world and defined a generation
with its universal message of peace, hope and love between all people
and cultures, and the heartfelt and heart-warming lyrics of this anthem
have never been more relevant.
Illustrated by the bestselling author and illustrator Peter H.
Reynolds, Cat Stevens’ iconic ode to harmony is now for the first time
a joyously illustrated picture book perfect for spreading the love and
sharing its timeless message with a whole new generation.
Hop on the Peace Train and join its growing group of passengers who are
all ready to travel together to a better world of peace, kindness and
human understanding.
Wonder: The Natural History Museum Poetry Book is a beautiful gift
hardback collection of poetry with poems inspired by The Natural
History Museum. It covers everything from the depths of space to
the very centre of the earth - there are poems about the solar
system, planet earth, oceans and rivers, birds, dinosaurs, fossils,
wildlife, flowers, fungi, insects, explorers and palaeontologists.
Each section includes an introduction and some footnotes about
particularly interesting species. The museum has a collection of
over eighty million objects and behind the scenes of its
twenty-eight galleries crowd kilometres of preserved specimens,
libraries of rare books and artworks, wonders gathered on some of
the most famous voyages in history, rooms packed with pressed
plants, warehouses teeming with stuffed animals and freezers full
of DNA. As well as a museum, it is a state-of-the-art centre for
discovery with over three hundred resident scientists and over ten
thousand visiting researchers each year, investigating everything
from dinosaurs to life on other planets. The collection is made up
of brand new and classic poems and is illustrated with botanical
drawings and engravings from the museum's collections. This
fantastic collection speaks of the wonder of nature and shows us
why we need to look after our incredible planet.
A board book based on The Lorax for Dr. Seuss's youngest
fans-perfect for encouraging a love of nature! The Lorax shares his
love of animals and plants and need to "speak for the trees" in
this simple, sturdy board book about caring for the environment.
Printed on recycled board and written in rhymed verse, it's an
ideal introduction to the story for toddlers and preschoolers too
young for the classic picture book. Now everyone in the family-even
pre-readers-can take pleasure in the frolics of the Brown
Bar-ba-loots, Swomee-Swans, and Humming-Fish and embrace Dr.
Seuss's timely message about protecting the planet!
Jam-packed with colorful photos of adorable kittens and sweet
babies, this rhyming board book celebrates all of the ways kids and
cats are alike. A companion to The Babies and Doggies Book. When
you stop and think about it, babies and kitties do many of the same
things: They nap, climb, and hide. They play and cuddle. Lots of
things babies do kitties do too! With its brief rhyming text and
full-color photographs, The Babies and Kitties Book is engaging for
infants, a fun read-aloud for parents, and a treat for baby- and
kitty-lovers alike. A companion to The Babies and Doggies Book.
Another collection of quirky, thought-provoking and highly
entertaining poems from a performance poet with an increasing fan
base. In this collection Stewart Henderson takes a sideways look at
creation - from the depths of the sea, to the breadth of the earth,
and the realms of space and sky - and featuring many aspects of the
animal world. The poems are often shown from the perspective of a
child (answering curious questions, or helping children to
understand more about their place in the universe). Poems include
short humorous verses, longer narrative poems and the poet's
inimitable 'wry thoughts'.
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