The Sun Is So Quiet
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"Simple poems by the famous poet, Nikki Giovanni, are paired beautifully with colorful drawings that will pull the young reader into their magic. . . . A lovely first book of poems." --Children's Literature
Quiet . . .
like a quilt on a feather bed . . .
and frost on the window . . .
we write our names knowing . . .
the sun will melt them off
that we don't care
we smile
--from Connie by Nikki Giovanni The quiet and noisy, wintery and sometimes sunny poems in The Sun Is So Quiet will always make you smile. Nikki Giovanni describes riding rainbows, tiptoeing through strawberry patches, licking chocolaty fingers, snuggling under covers, and many other wonderful childhood moments. Ashley Bryan's warmest, most colorful illustrations make each page look like a bright, beaming smile. Together, they have created a collection that you can linger over like a peppermint candy cane or enjoy as quickly as a snowflake melts on your nose.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1250046696
ISBN13:9781250046697
Release Date:March 2014
Publisher:Square Fish
Length:32 Pages
Weight:0.30 lbs.
Dimensions:0.2" x 7.8" x 9.8"
Age Range:4 to 8 years
Grade Range:Preschool to Grade 3
Customer Reviews
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Lovely text and bold images
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 20 years ago
Nikki Giovanni is one of the finest writers of the century. If you and your child love words and appreciate the highest quality modern poetry you will both enjoy snuggling together and sharing this special picture book for children. The book evokes comfort and warmth as it explores rainbows, winter days, the taste of chocolate and other ordinary aspects of daily life. The bold drawing of African American girls and boys and everyday surroundings are especially imaginative. It'sa wonderful way to introduce your child to new or unusual words and to how beautiful the sound of spoken English can be. Highly recommend this as a part of your child's collection.
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