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Reviewed on July 1, 2023 | Poetry
PreS-Gr 1—A slim compilation of 19 poems for young children, with several that encourage movement and are tailor-made for reading aloud. Layton's scribbly artwork alternates between black-and-white pencil lines and full color, which creates a deliberate imbalance as if the work is unfinished. The poems include finger plays and riddles, and invite children to look at the world around them and imagine. "Hug Day" is a brilliant piece that explo...Log In or Sign Up to Read More