New Releases by Douglas Florian

Two starred reviews! Celebrate the sun, earth, moon, and many more natural marvels through “heartfelt, memorable” (Booklist, starred review) poetry in this picture book from acclaimed poet Douglas Florian. Thank you, sun. You give us light. You shine all day until the night. You warm our planet as you burn—and ask for nothing in return. From lofty mountains that peak our interest, to wind that lends a breeze, to soil that’s truly down to earth, there are countless things to be thankful for on our planet. Filled with fun facts about nature and clever poems perfect for reading aloud, young readers can learn about the natural wonders of planet Earth and thank them for making the world go round!

"A book of picture book poetry that puts a delightfully fresh and funny spin on farm life"--

A family heads to synagogue together in a charming board book for little listeners with a rhyming text and child-friendly illustrations. A day of rest with which we’re blessed. We all get dressed. It’s Saturday, and one family is setting out to walk together to shul. Inside the synagogue, they all say hello to their friends and the rabbi, then listen and watch as the Torah is read and held aloft. Singing aloud with everyone else is fun! In a welcome addition for children of any faith, this simple, warmly illustrated story takes an inviting look at a weekly Jewish tradition.

Don''t forget to flush! flush! flush! after using the toilet! This adorable rhyming board book teaches little ones all the steps to potty training. Discover the whole Baby Steps Series with Play! Play! Play!, Bath! Bath! Bath!, Brush! Brush! Brush!, and Bed! Bed! Bed! Everyone goes to the bathroom. Bright smiles and enthusiastic kids show toddlers the basics of potty training in this bouncy read-aloud.

Step back in time with this fossil-filled picture book poetry collection that explores the prehistoric era with Douglas Florian’s singular wit and style. This book is full of dinosaurs, Both carnivores and herbivores. You’ll find a big Iguanodon, As well as clever Tro-o-don. There’s Spinosaurus and T. rex, Plus plesiosaurs with GIANT necks… Twenty funny and factual poems bring dinosaurs to life—illuminating the natural history of these amazing creatures as well as their unique and quirky characteristics.

Smile wide and brush! brush! brush! in this rhyming board book that teaches little ones how to clean their teeth! Brushing teeth is fun! fun! fun! After dinner is done! done! done! Everyone needs to brush! brush! brush! their teeth-inside, outside, right, and left. Bright smiles and enthusiastic kids show toddlers the basics of tooth brushing in this bouncy read-aloud.

A collection of poems celebrating animals, from weasels to hammerhead sharks.

In the tradition of Shel Silverstein, celebrated picture book poet Douglas Florian offers an honest, touching, and often humorous collection of twenty-three poems about relationships—both good and bad! There are all kinds of friends—good friends, bad friends, old friends, new friends…even imaginary friends! This humorous, heartfelt, and refreshingly honest collection of poems explores the many facets of friendship with Douglas Florian’s signature sense of silliness and wit.

Pig and Cat are pals who like to bike, swim, read, and make art together. One day Pig notices Dog, who has a very interesting kite. Pig and Dog play, and Cat feels neglected and lonely. But Pig and Dog are generous souls after all; and now Pig, Cat and Dog are pals . . . who skateboard and surf! Visually exciting art is executed with crayon and colored pencil on manila paper, in a style that is both sophisticated and childlike. Interesting details in the art add layers of storytelling.

Farmer Brown is heading to town on his tractor and along the way he picks up some well dressed animals.

A collection of poems about baseball.

A collection of poems about trees.

A celebration of spring through poems and color paintings.

A collection of poems of zoologiacla delights, from lazy lizards to regal eagles.

Children''s book author Douglas Florian describes his beginnings as an illustrator and how his varied books and illustrations take shape.

What do you like about autumn? Flying kites?Apple picking?Trick or treat?Frisbee flicking? What do you not like about autumn? Back to school?Winds that gust?Bare trees?Rains that rust? This collection of poems and paintings welcomes fall with all the crisp energy of a joyful tumbling run. A companion volume to the highly praised Winter Eyes and Summersaults, Autumnblings proves once again that Douglas Florian is a poet for all seasons.

Dozens of poems with instant activities that build skills in grammar, vocabulary, elaboration and more.

What do you like about summer?Mountain hikes? Picking cherries? Curve balls? Ice cream cones? What do you not like about summer?Blackouts? Bee swarms? Thunderstorms? Ninety degrees? However you answered, Douglas Florian will convince you that summer is great. His poems and pictures add up to the best vacation imaginable -- and it is one you can have at any time of the year. A companion volume to the highly praised Winter Eyes,Summersaults proves that Douglas Florian is a poet for all seasons.

A collection of humorous poems about mammals such as the tiger, gorilla, and rhebok.

A collection of humorous poems about such underwater creatures as the starfish, piranha, and clam.

What is big? Join Douglas Florian and a decidedly big pink pig as they travel around town, across a continent, and through the universe, taking a look at things that are big bigger biggest! Bulletin Blue Ribbon Best of 2000 Award

Snowballs, ice skating,sledding! Frozen toes, icy slush,runny nose. Well, winter''s not all fun and games. But well-loved, best-selling poet Douglas Florian will melt your doubts about Mother Nature''s chilly grip with twenty-eight winter-inspired poems accompanied by his crisp, trademark watercolor illustrations. Young readers are sure to warm up to the uniquely keen vision of this wholly original volume. Whatever the time of year, Winter Eyes is just right for the season. List of Notable Children''s Books in Lang. Arts 00 (NCTE) and 00 Riverbank Review Magazine''s Children''s Books of Distinction Award Nominations

A big book of Florian verse, now in paperback

Presents twenty-one short poems about such insects as the inchworm, termite, cricket, and ladybug.

Describes activities that a bird, beaver, ant, tortoise, monkey, camel, and a fish can and cannot do.

Briefly describes the tools of a painter, his subject matter, and the feelings he feels as he creates pictures.

Labeled drawings portray animals at the zoo.

Illustrates what a potter does with clay.