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Description
In this book is a collection of poetry and full-color artwork from Texas.
Quick Summary
If you've got a kid who's curious about poetry but thinks poetry books are boring, hand them this one. Naomi Shihab Nye pulls together poems and full-color paintings that really capture what it feels like to be a Texan from the wide-open spaces to the small, everyday moments that make you stop and wonder. The artwork scattered throughout isn't just decoration either; it gives the whole book a warm, personal scrapbook vibe that makes you want to linger on each page. It's the kind of book that's perfect for reading a poem or two before bed, or for a kid who likes to flip around and discover new things each time. Parents will appreciate that it celebrates creativity, curiosity, and finding beauty in ordinary life, while kids who are into art or who have ever moved to a new place will find something they can really connect with. If your reader loved "A Poke in the I" by Paul Janeczko, they'll likely enjoy this one too, though this has a more grounded, Texas-sized heart to it.