Monique Felix

In this wordless story, two mice trapped inside a book discover a series of opposites.

While walking through the woods on his way to his tuba lesson, a boy becomes sidetracked by all the animals that want to hear him play.

Snout the good-natured crocodile offers his large body as a boat for little critters when the rivers swell and flood. They, in turn, help out Snout when the weather turns too dry for him.

Introduces young readers to how poets use metaphors in poems to help readers picture what's happening in their minds.

Explores the forms and themes of poetry, introducing famous poets like William Shakespeare, Emily Dickinson, Langston Hughes, and Pablo Neruda. Includes an activity, a glossary, and further resources.

"This poetic board book takes a puddle's point of view, calling children to delight in their senses"--