Poetry


Every Thing On It

Jennifer Minicus | 09 October 2012
There's something for everyone in Shel Silverstein's recently published book of poems.

Dark Emperor & Other Poems of the Night

Jennifer Minicus | 09 September 2011
This delightful book of poems is a "must have" for classrooms and librairies.

Walls Within Walls

Jennifer Minicus | 17 April 2011
Moving to a new home can be challenging, especially if there is a mystery imbedded in the walls of your new bedroom.

Dave, the Potter

Jennifer Minicus | 07 April 2011
Another Caldecott winner...
 
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