This diverse anthology of poems—twelve for each of the four seasons—paired with energetic and colorful paintings is the quintessential tribute to nature. In addition to selecting poems by masters like Carl Sandburg and Karla Kuskin, Lee Bennett Hopkins has specially commissioned poems from such contemporary artists as Rebecca Kai Dotlich and J. Patrick Lewis. Caldecott Medalist David Diaz has created an entirely new palette for this collection, and his exciting, bold artwork perfectly complements each poem, bringing the seasons to life and helping readers of all ages to perennially see the essence of each season anew.
“These splendid poems give readers of all ages a meaningful and rich glimpse of the gifts (and nuisances) that each seasons brings.” –Through the Looking Glass Children's Book Review
LEE BENNETT HOPKINS is a distinguished poet, writer, and anthologist whose poetry collections include the highly acclaimed Hand in Hand: An American History Through Poetry, illustrated by Peter Fiore, and My America: A Poetry Atlas of the United States, and America at War, both illustrated by Stephen Alcorn. Mr. Hopkins’s numerous awards include the University of Southern Mississippi Medallion for “lasting contributions to children’s literature” and both the Christopher Award and a Golden Kite Honor for his verse novel Been to Yesterdays: Poems of a Life. He lives in Cape Coral, Florida.
Publisher: Margaret K. McElderry Books
Distributor: Simon & Schuster
Publication Date: 03-09-2010
Pages: 96
Measurements: 10.5in X 9.5in X 25.865oz
