Books with title A Child's Treasury of Poems

William Blake, Kate Greenaway, Emily Dickinson: the writers in this charming anthology of 200 poems—first published in 1969—are among literature’s most beloved. And Gyo Fujikawa’s appealing illustrations depict children of all races sweetly interacting, as well as an engagingly rendered menagerie of animals and the natural world in all its wonderment. Among the verses that children will love are Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s “Christmas Bells,” Lewis Carroll’s “The Melancholy Pig,” and Eugene Fields’ “Wynken, Blynken, and Nod,” along with proverbs, limericks, nursery rhymes, and folk songs.

Baa Baa Black Sheep, have you any…songs? Children love to sing and be sung to, and these perennial tunes are always tops on the kids’ hit parade. Little ones will love the repertory that includes “I’ve Been Working on the Railroad,” “Pop Goes the Weasel,” and “Row, Row, Row your Boat.” And some—like “Itsy Bitsy Spider,” “Pat-a-Cake,” and “If You’re Happy and You Know It” are more than just fun: they develop physical dexterity and teach parts of the body. All the songs are great for entertaining restless youngsters on car trips, during play dates, or on a rainy day.

What child’s bookshelf is complete without a superbly illustrated collection of classic poems? This exquisitely produced anthology, which features embossed pages and flocking on the spine, will become a beloved family favorite. Featuring the most renowned creators of children’s verse, it makes the perfect read-aloud and an ideal introduction to poetry’s rhyme and rhythm. Kids will love listening to the imaginative words of Lewis Carroll (“How Doth the Little Crocodile?”); Kate Greenaway (“The Cats Have Come to Tea”); Edward Lear (“The Owl and the Pussycat”); Vachel Lindsay (“The Little Turtle”); and many others.As in the four previous Treasury titles, Linda Bleck’s colorful artwork has a fresh, fun feel that will appeal to children.

A beautiful treasury that every child will cherish...In winter I get up at nightAnd dress by yellow candle-light.In summer quite the other way,I have to go to bed by day.—from Robert Louis Stevenson's "Bed in Summer" What child's bookshelf is complete without a superbly illustrated collection of classic poems? This exquisitely produced anthology will become a beloved family favorite. Featuring the most renowned creators of children's verse, it makes the perfect read-aloud and an ideal introduction to poetry's rhyme and rhythm. Kids will love listening to the imaginative words of Lewis Carroll (“How Doth the Little Crocodile?”); Kate Greenaway (“The Cats Have Come to Tea”); Edward Lear (“The Owl and the Pussycat”); Vachel Lindsay (“The Little Turtle”); and many others. As in the previous Treasury titles, Linda Bleck's colorful artwork has a fresh, fun feel that will appeal to children.

Drawing on hundreds of years of Irish folklore, there are tales of magic and mystery, of the mayhem caused by the "little people", together with stories of love and heroism, some familiar and some less so. There are stories of great giants, clever warriors, jealous queens and mystical creatures. Read how the Children of Lir became beautiful white swans, how Fionn defeated the fire-eating dragon, and share the exciting adventures of the Red Branch Knights. Discover the story behind the Giant's Causeway, and laugh with the leprechauns as they plot their mischief. Interspersed throughout this irresistible treasury is a delightful selection of Irish poems – perfect for reading aloud to children of all ages.

William Blake, Kate Greenaway, Emily Dickinson: the writers in this charming anthology of 200 poems—first published in 1969—are among literature€™s most beloved. And Gyo Fujikawa€™s appealing illustrations depict children of all races sweetly interacting, as well as an engagingly rendered menagerie of animals and the natural world in all its wonderment. Among the verses that children will love are Henry Wadsworth Longfellow€™s “Christmas Bells,€ Lewis Carroll€™s “The Melancholy Pig,€ and Eugene Fields€™ “Wynken, Blynken, and Nod,€ along with proverbs, limericks, nursery rhymes, and folk songs.

Part of a new series of books that will teach children about the Faith in a way that is interesting and challenging, this book contains five exciting jigsaw puzzles of twelve pieces each that offer children prayers that will take them through the Church year. Padded cover, foil stamping, and vibrant colors make this book a rich treasure for children and grandchildren.