Washoe County Library System

Poems from the alternating perspectives of two students explore such topics as hair, hobbies, and family dinners.

"Lyrics to seventy-five songs from the children's television programs Mister Rogers' Neighborhood and The Children's Corner, collected and presented as an illustrated treasury of poems. Lyrics explore topics such as feelings, new siblings, everyday life, and imagination"--

An illustrated poem that describes some of the spooky events that occur on Halloween night.

Presents the well-known poem about an important Christmas visitor.

"Kitty O'Meara, author of And the People Stayed Home, has been called the "poet laureate of the pandemic." This illustrated children's book (ages 4-8) will also appeal to readers of all ages. O'Meara's thoughtful poem about the pandemic, quarantine, and the future suggests there is meaning to be found in our shared experience of the coronavirus and conveys an optimistic message about the possibility of profound healing for people and the planet. ...

A poem for each letter of the alphabet introduces a different, spooky aspect of Halloween.

A collection of poems about dinosaurs, Ice Age mammals, prehistoric people, and other ancient creatures.

A heartwarming first Thanksgiving story depicts the celebration of friendship between the Pilgrims and their neighbors, the Indians.

In a series of poems, eleven-year-old Lonnie writes about his life, after the death of his parents, separated from his younger sister, living in a foster home, and finding his poetic voice at school.