"Some poems directly offer thanks (to a tutor, to an author of a cherished book, to a kind classmate, to God); in others, speakers describe things for which they are grateful {an overture of friendship, the closeness of family); a few poems examine the expression of thanks itself. Since many poems could work individually as readalouds for younger audiences as well, the collection offers a useful entree to discussion of thanks in religious or secular contexts, with particular possibilities for looking beyond turkey and ...
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"Some poems directly offer thanks (to a tutor, to an author of a cherished book, to a kind classmate, to God); in others, speakers describe things for which they are grateful {an overture of friendship, the closeness of family); a few poems examine the expression of thanks itself. Since many poems could work individually as readalouds for younger audiences as well, the collection offers a useful entree to discussion of thanks in religious or secular contexts, with particular possibilities for looking beyond turkey and football at Thanksgiving." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "Children struggling to articulate gratitude will find numerous ways to draw upon this-some may memorize or copy out favorite poems to pass along, while others will be inspired to pen their own tender words." -- Booklist "Gratitude for simple pleasures and small kindnesses is the theme of Grimes's newest collection of poems. One can envision this collection stimulating discussions about the need to say 'thank you, ' as well as encouraging young writers to try their hand at expressing their thoughts in poetry, Good job." -- Kirkus Reviews "Sixteen thoughtful poems about being thankful for everyday things. In 'Lunch Box Love Notes, ' a big sister sometimes resents having to watch out for her baby brother, but a note left in her lunch box by her mother thanking her 'for taking such good care of Ray' makes it worthwhile. 'Dear Teacher' closes, 'Signed, David/who only hates math/1/2 as much/as he used to.' Cabrera's acrylic illustrations are distinctive, folksy, and effective. A lovely book for reflection and discussion." -- School Library Journal
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. Clean from markings In good all round condition. Dust jacket in fair condition. Foxing. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 450grams, ISBN:
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VG. No Jacket. 8vo. original red cloth (cloth a little rubbed & marked, internally clean; lacks dustwrapper); pp. 320, with 50 plates & 4 text figures. A very good copy of the first edition. [Neate U05].
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VG in G+ jacket. VG/G+. 8vo. original red cloth (lightly rubbed & sunned, endpapers and leaf edges a little spotted, prev. owner's name to endpapers, else internally clean) in dustwrapper (edges frayed and chipped, 2" loss to tail cap); pp. 320, with 50 plates & 4 text figures. A very good copy in a worn dustwrapper. [Neate U05].