Synopsis: A spider lives inside my head Who weaves a strange and wondrous web Of silken threads and silver strings To catch all sorts of flying things, Like crumbs of thought and bits of smiles And specks of dried-up tears, And dust of dreams that catch and cling For years and years and years . . . Have you ever read a book with everything on it? Well, here it is, an amazing collection of never-before-published poems and drawings from the creator of…

Synopsis: Goblins. Boogers. Stinky boys. These are the things of childhood, and they're all here in this outrageous collection of poems that look at the world through a child's eyes. Featuring everything from the Giant Children of the title-who flip pages with amazing speed-to a turtle named Jaws, the poetry included here is rambunctious, irreverent, funny, and sometimes even gross. Tedd Arnold, creator of the beloved Parts and More Parts, and Brod Bagert…

Synopsis: In Kate Hoefler's realistic and poetic picture book debut about the wide open West, the myth of rowdy, rough-riding cowboys and cowgirls is remade. A timely and multifaceted portrayal reveals a lifestyle that is as diverse as it contrary to what we've come to expect.

Synopsis: A collection of silly poems that's perfect for back-to-school! This school-themed collection contains wacky, wonderful poems about a recess secret, a show-and-tell mystery, a handful of homework excuses, and a sneaky, slithering, escaped class pet. These poems are sure to tickle the funny bone of any kid who's ever endured a gross cafeteria lunch or a teacher with eyes in the back of her head. David Greenberg's silly school poems will speak to…

Synopsis: Ten turkeys in the road are circus performers practicing their show. As a farmer in his pickup truck tries to pass them, he grows more and more frustrated. The turkeys fly away one at a time, but in the end, the clever turkeys get exactly what they were after all along. Bold, hilarious acrylic paintings bring to life all the spectacle and excitement of the circus.

Synopsis: Award-winning poet, author, playwright, historian, songwriter, singer, dancer, stage and screen producer, director, and civil rights activist: Dr. Maya Angelou needs no introduction. She is a true American icon—and now she is the first living poet included in Sterling’s celebrated Poetry for Young People series. Twenty-five of her finest poems capture a range of emotions and experiences, from the playful “Harlem Hopscotch” to the prideful “Me…

Synopsis: I'm an awful, awful ogre, Absolutely awful ogre. I'm so awful, Awful Ogre Is my awful ogre name ... Awful Ogre is huge, hungry, horrible –– and totally lovable. Larger than life, Awful Ogre packs into one day enough excitement, imagination, emotion, and sheer ebullience to last most of us a lifetime. In his awful, irresistible way, he steals the heart of every reader. Ages 6+

Synopsis: A picnic with a lovely ogress, followed by bug hunts and crocodile wrestling . . . A visit to Grandma, who serves her famous moldy bread and dried weasel . . . A dip in the neighborhood pool with his precious pet piranha . . . And . . . ogre yoga?Awful Ogre is back, and awfully excited to share his action-packed summer with you!The mischievous Jack Prelutsky and Paul O. Zelinsky transport readers once again to a world that is irresistibly gross…

Synopsis: Who knew math could be so fun? These eighteen zany rhyming riddles involve addition, subtraction, and simple multiplication to calculate everything from poodle weights to travel time. And for anyone who's stumped, the answers are included in mirror -writing below each riddle. J. Patrick Lewis's clever rhymes and kid-friendly illustrations by bestselling illustrator Frank Remkiewicz add up to a thoroughly engaging book that will inspire even the…

Synopsis: Dream BIG with Princess Truly, in this rhyming early reader perfect for fans of Rosie Revere, Engineer!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early reader line, Acorn, aimed at children who are learning to read. With easy-to-read text, a short-story format, plenty of humor, and full-color artwork on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and fluency. Acorn books plant a love of reading and help readers grow…

Synopsis: Make way for the three little kittens who lost their mittens -- as you've never seen them before!"McClintock's feline portraits pack plenty of personality.... A sprightly and charming modern take on a traditional rhyme." -- Kirkus ReviewsWho will be able to resist wailing along with the naughty little kittens as they lose their mittens? And who won't relish rejoicing with the good little kittens as they find and wash their mittens -- and earn…

Synopsis: With works from various authors, such as Bobbi Katz and Eve Merriam, a colorfully illustrated picture book provides readers with a collection of amusing, short-and-sweet poems for kids on the move.

Synopsis: "I hear America singing, the varied carols I hear..."" --Walt Whitman" "American Poetry" offers a collection of 26 verses by our finest poets, all with their unique perspective on the land they loved and accompanied by remarkable paintings that enhance the meaning of the words. Here, beautifully illustrated, are such unforgettable works as Robert Frost's pensive "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening," Ralph Waldo Emerson's powerful "Concord Hymn…

Synopsis: “[an] exuberant picture-book ode to the fun of fashion.” —Shelf AwarenessThis little Mary has STYLE! In this fun take on Mother Goose, fashion-forward Mary helps some of childhood's most beloved characters go glam. From the kid who lives in a shoe (and dons some fab footwear, too) to Jack, who breaks his crown but gets a great new one, Mary's school friends look fantastic in their finery. But are they now too well dressed for recess? Not to…

Synopsis: Throughout the day, children greet the sun, the breeze, their breakfasts, their school, and all the other large and small sights which they encounter.

Synopsis: A gentle, joyous tale for children everywhere who seek comfort during astorm — and parents who share with them a sense of nature’s wonders. (Ages 4-7)"Mama?""Yes, Buttercup?""What’s that I hear?"Wind whistles in the treetops, thunder rumbles, and lightning flashes and dashes between raindrops. Snug inside, a mother and child listen, watch, and wonder what the animals will do during the storm. Paired with beautiful illustrations evoking the moods…

Synopsis: Hickory dickory dock—we all know about the mouse and the clock, but what happened after the clock struck one? Find out in The Completed Hickory Dickory Dock!Join author Jim Aylesworth as we follow the energetic mouse through the other eleven hours of nonstop fun in an appealing book that begs to be read aloud.