Splish Splash: A Fun Book of Concrete Poetry About Shapes, Words, and Ideas for Kids (Ages 4-7) - Softcover
Synopsis
As fresh and sparkling as a mountain stream, Splish Splash invites young readers to plunge into the pleasures of concrete poetry, to have fun with words and ideas, and to see and appreciate the shapes of language and of everyday things.
71 Top Books of the Century (Nonfiction), Instructor magazine A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year A National Council of Teachers of English Notable Children's Book in the Langauge Arts A Children's Book of the Year, Child Study Children's Book Committee at Bank Street College New York Public Library "100 Titles for Reading and Sharing" Great Stone Face Book Award Nominee, New Hampshire A Kansas State Reading Circle Selection "Children's Books Mean Business," ABA-CBC Exhibit California Collection '97, '98, '99, and 2000
This playful poetry collection is perfect for curious kids:
- Shape Poems: Watch words form the shape of a waterfall, an icicle, or a curling wave right on the page.
- Fun with Words: A wonderful introduction to poetry that encourages kids to play with language, sound, and rhythm.
- Poems About Water: Explore water in all its forms, from fluffy clouds and quiet ponds to clicking ice cubes and melty popsicles.
- Early STEM Learning: A creative and gentle way to introduce young minds to the science of water, weather, and nature.
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About the Authors
Joan Bransfield Graham is an award-winning children’s poet whose books Splish Splash and Flicker Flash—shape poems about water and light—inspire students to write their own poetry. Both books were School Library Journal Best Books of the Year and NCTE Notable Children’s Books in the Language Arts, among many other honors. A former teacher, an avid photographer, and a world traveler, Joan lives near Los Angeles, California.
Steve Scott was born and grew up in Ithaca, New York. After an early career in banking, he returned to school for graphic design. He now works as a designer of children's books.
Reviews
PW called this collection of 21 (mostly) concrete poems with vivid graphic illustrations "a delightful blend of visual and verbal fun." Ages 4-8.
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