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I Am Polar Bear (Hardcover)
J. Patrick Lewis; Illustrated by Miriam Nerlove
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The polar bear is known by many names in different languages--White
Bear, Ice Bear, Sea Bear. It is Sailor of the Icebergs, Whale's
Curse, Seal's Dread. It is the animal deserving of great respect,
the Ever-wandering One, the Master of Helping Spirits, Grandfather,
or God's Dog. Whatever its name, what is certain is that this
majestic, Arctic animal is threatened by extinction and in need of
human protection before it disappears from our world forever.
Know some twins, or expecting to? This twinspired collection pairs
poems and pictures in a lighthearted salute to the many twins among
us.
Old twins, new twins, famous twins, not-at-all-alike twins,
side-byside twins, let's play twins, not-yet twins, mirror twins --
all kinds of twins -- come together in a collection of original
poems by two of our most celebrated authors for young people: J.
Patrick Lewis and Jane Yolen. From a wave and a wink to a twin
switcheroo, from a rocket to the moon to the old woman who lived in
a shoe, these poems and mini facts, whimsically illustrated by
Sophie Blackall, will leave even singletons with a twinkle in their
eyes. Here is the perfect book to share with the twins in your life
-- and everyone who loves them.
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The House (Hardcover)
J. Patrick Lewis; Illustrated by Roberto Innocenti
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It's Not the Puppy (Board book)
J. Patrick Lewis, Leigh Lewis; Illustrated by Maddie Frost
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Who is making all this mischief? It's not the puppy! Short rhyming
lines in this board book pose a toddler-appropriate whodunit and
expressive art shows the true culprits. Little ones will chime on
the repeated title refrain and will delight in the surprise
ending--when of course--it finally IS the puppy.
Authored by none other than the former US Children's Poet Laureate,
J. Patrick Lewis, this collection of animal-focused jokes and
riddles will keep kids reading, rhyming, and laughing like a hyena.
The Just Joking series has wowed the kid crowd, and now Just
Joking: Animal Riddles delivers 150 hilarious and puzzling riddles
all about animals, guaranteed to tickle the funny bone of kids
everywhere!
Named one of the Best Children's Books of 2012 by "Kirkus Reviews"
Named one of the top Children's Books of 2012 by the New York
Public Library
"Add a little natural wonder to your poetry shelves. Because if
we're talking about the best possible compliment to your eyes and
ears alike, few have as many perks and grand moments as this."
--"School Library Journal "starred review
"Out of a windless August night/A luna moth in ghostly light
Beat softly on my window screen/Tick-tick-ticking-all silver
green.
She whispered secrets in my ear--/I am but a stranger here.
The stars are scrawled across the sky/By ghostwriters, the Moon and
I.
You will not see me here tonight--/I have a thousand stars to
write."
What could be better than cuddling up with your child and this book
on your lap and allowing your imaginations to soar with the words
and images? Lovingly selected by U.S. Children's Poet Laureate J.
Patrick Lewis and paired with vibrant animal photography, this
collection of poems is an exuberant celebration of the animal
kingdom and a beautiful introduction to this genre of literature.
Designed for family sharing but targeted to ages 4-8, this dynamic,
fresh, yet still classic collection of animal poems is a must-have
for the family bookshelf.
Featured poets include J. Patrick Lewis, Dorothy Aldis, Emily
Dickinson, Benjamin Franklin, Robert Frost, Rudyard Kipling, Jack
Prelutsky, Elizabeth Madox Roberts, Robert Louis Stevenson, Alfred,
Lord Tennyson, and many more.
Divided into chapters that group the poems by theme for extra
resonance, the collection is a mix of old and new, classics, and
never-before-published. A foreword from Lewis, sets the scene for
helping children appreciate this gift of language and this visual
feast for the eyes. Chapters include:
Welcome to the World (birth of animal young)
Big Ones (large animals--elephants, hippos, rhinos, bears)
Little Ones (small animals--worms, insects)
Winged Ones (birds and other flying creatures)
Water Ones (aquatic animals--fish, dolphins, crabs)
Strange Ones (curious creatures--armadillos, centipedes)
Noisy Ones (loud animals--lions, hyenas)
Quiet Ones (silent or still animals--hens, rabbits, snakes)
Last Thought (a reflection on the world we share with animals)
Releases simultaneously in Reinforced Library Binding:
978-1-4263-1054-6, $28.90/$33.00 Can
National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core
Resources.
Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.
Twenty-one entertaining, thought-provoking poems chronicle the good
that people have done in service of others. Bypassing those of mere
fame, this striking collection is a celebration of such persons as
Gandhi, Rosa Parks, teachers, a thirteen-year-old child-labor
crusader, firefighters, Cesar Chavez, a feisty nun, and:
" . . . the valiant and the brave.
Those simple people known by
Two simple words: They gave."
Each portrait includes an expressive illustration and additional
factual material, and an eloquent afterword tells of Mr. Lewis's
own childhood hero. This memorable book invites readers to explore
the legacy of human generosity which lights the path for tomorrow's
heroes.
"Make the Earth your companion. Walk lightly on it, as other
creatures do." With this powerfully reverent refrain, readers are
reminded to treat the world around us with the respect it deserves
and the care it needs. Mountains, lakes, rivers, grasslands,
forests, deserts--even the sky above--all of our natural environs
have some message to impart, if we will but listen. Picturesque
illustrations imbue the images with mysticism, making visual
connections to not only the words themselves but to the feelings of
wonder they evoke.
It's all about us! Join former U.S. Children's Poet Laureate J.
Patrick Lewis on a lyrical journey through the United States to
experience the wonders of America's people and places via 200+
inspiring poems and stunning photographs. Celebrate the gift of
language and the vibrant culture of the United States with this
collection of classic and never-before-published poetry. Poems are
arranged by region, from coast to coast, and among them you'll find
works by Langston Hughes, Dorothy Parker, Robert Frost, Naomi
Shihab Nye, Walt Whitman, and more. From the familiar to the
surprising, subjects include people, places, landmarks, monuments,
nature, and celebrations. Designed for family sharing, but geared
to younger readers, this beautifully illustrated treasury is a
must-have for the family bookshelf.
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Always, Jackie (Hardcover)
J. Patrick Lewis; Illustrated by John Thompson
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R554
R471
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When words in verse are paired with the awesomeness of nature,
something magical happens! Beloved former U.S. Poet Laureate J.
Patrick Lewis curates an exuberant poetic celebration of the
natural world in this stellar collection of nature poems. From
trickling streams to deafening thunderstorms to soaring mountains,
discover majestic photography perfectly paired with contemporary
(such as Billy Collins), classics (such as Robert Frost), and
never-before-published works.
Readers will meet the fascinating main characters featured in many
myths and legends. Award-winning children's book author and former
U.S. Children's Poet Laureate J. Patrick Lewis not only examines
creatures of popular legends such as mummies, werewolves, and
zombies, but he also introduces lesser-known-but-just-as-menacing
monsters such as the Roc and the giant called Xing Tian. Includes
origins of the Frankenstein story as well as creatures such as the
Loch Ness Monster, Baba Yaga, and the Phoenix. Monster, mystery,
and fantasy fans of all ages will enjoy this alphabetical tribute.
From the mythical flight of Icarus, to the awesome ascent of the
space shuttle, and 11 other events in between, this illustrated
collection of poems celebrates humankinds history of flight.
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