New Releases by J. Patrick Lewis

This hilarious collection of offbeat poetry introduces senryu, a cousin of haiku featuring punchy and punny poems that tackle a range of child-friendly subjects. Full color.

Moving poetic lyrics and beautiful artwork combine to pay tribute to the noble character and accomplishments of Amelia Earhart, Ella Fitzgerald, and twelve other women.

Twenty-one entertaining, thought-provoking poems chronicle the good that people have done in service of others. Bypassing those of mere fame, this striking collection is a celebration of such persons as Gandhi, Rosa Parks, teachers, a thirteen-year-old child-labor crusader, firefighters, Cesar Chavez, a feisty nun, and: . . . the valiant and the brave. Those simple people known by Two simple words: They gave. Each portrait includes an expressive illustration and additional factual material, and an eloquent afterword tells of Mr. Lewis''s own childhood hero. This memorable book invites readers to explore the legacy of human generosity which lights the path for tomorrow''s heroes.

Warm funny illustrations that make this the perfect treat for any book lover.

A collection of poetry that celebrates monuments throughout the world, including Stonehenge, Versailles, Machu Picchu, the Eiffel Tower, and Mount Rushmore.

An illustrated narrative poem about the life and achievements of the renowned Italian astronomer whose work changed the course of science.

Zany poems about animals by renowned children''s author J. Patrick Lewis. Full-page, full-color illustrations by Jerry King.

Based on true events, this tale recounts the 1911 theft of history''s most famous portrait, Leonardo da Vinci''s MONA LISA, through the spririted narration of the proud thief himself.

A collection of poems that describe people, places, and things associated with science, including oxygen, the ocean, and germs.

Two snowflakes named Crystal and Ivory travel on Santa''s sleigh and make their way through the wintry sky until they become part of a snowboy in Central Park.

Aided by Roberto Innocenti''s enchanting illustrations, readers can join J. Patrick Lewis''s narrator in puzzling out the literary identities of the visitors at a peculiar seaside resort.

Contains poems about the world''s extinct animals.

Una tarde, como cualquiera otra; la imaginaci n de un artista desaparece. Para recuperarla llega el ltimo Refugio, un remoto hotel al lado del mar, con hu spedes muy particulares. Al buscar "su mirada interior" en el misterioso lugar, pronto se da cuenta de que no es el nico que persigue algo.

Many diverse creatures, including a beetle, a hawk, a whale, a dragonfly, a deer, a penguin, and a boy, converse about their habitats, which are all so different, but together make up the Earth.

A collection of poems that celebrate such notable firsts as the first American woman in space, the first king of rock ''n'' roll, the first man to run a four-minute mile, and the first person to create blue jeans.

An artist suffering from artist''s block takes a vacation at an out-of-the-way resort populated by odd characters.

Describes the changes the earth has experienced through the years and provides insight into the importance of global awareness and the connection with our environment.

Discusses the basic principles of nature, and also the beautiful ways that nature works.

A collection of humorous poems that describe where various animals would reside, if they could decide. Full-color illustrations.

A collection of poems each of which appears on the page in the shape of its subject so that the poem looks like whatever it''s about.

When the Queen of Trouble cannot sleep because all the beds she tries are uncomfortable, Isabella Abnormella saves the day by inventing the waterbed.

Birgitta, the brave princess, asks five children to disguise themselves as immortal goats and outsmart a dangerous band of outlaws threatening to take over the land.

In this adaptation of a traditional Russian tale, a lazy boy catches an enchanted fish that offers him a deal: "If you throw me back in and let me swim free, I''ll give you anything you desire." For the lazy boy chores are no longer a problem. His newfound magic takes care of everything--but it also creates quite a stir among the villagers, eventually catching the attention of the Tsar himself--"and" his beautiful daughter. Full color.

This deliciously jubilant potluck of poetry invites children to dig right in--a most memorable "meal" for eager bookworms. Full color.

A collection of poems from acclaimed duo that will have readers bugging out for more!From yellow jackets to termites, praying mantises to doodle-bugs, no "little bugger" has been overlooked in J. Patrick Lewis''s clever collection of verse paired with the outrageous and vibrant art of Victoria Chess. Young readers will squirm with delight at both commonly known insects such as the cricket and the ladybug, and lesser known ones such as the silverfish and stinkbug. All the creatures are presented with descriptions true to their natures but in fun and zany scenarios.

Three children visit the haunted house of Boo Scoggins on Halloween and experience scary sights and sounds.

A collection of humorous poems that are riddles as well as rhymes.

Retells in verse the story of Noah''s ark which saves two of every kind of animal while a flood purges the earth.

in this wonderful new retelling of the Nativity story, all creatures great and small--from the majestic camels of the desert to the meekest dormouse--experience the wonder and joy of the coming Baby Jesus. Full color.

Five new episodes in the friendship of the two hippopotamuses.