Caldecott winner Beth Krommes and Newbery Honor-winning poet Joyce Sidman team up in this singular celebration of a beautiful, fascinating shape in nature.
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Joyce Sidman is a foremost nature poet for children, whose books have garnered significant accolades. Her work delves into the intricate beauty of the natural world, inviting young readers to engage with its wonders. Known for evocative language and keen observation, her poetry fosters a deeper connection to the environment. Through her celebrated body of work, Sidman continues to inspire an appreciation for nature with her lyrical verses.
- 2023
- 2021
Dear Treefrog
- 40 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Capturing the joy of finding a kindred spirit, this stunning picture book byNewbery Honorwinning poet Joyce Sidman tells the story of a lonely girl moving into a new home and the little treefrog that helps her connect to thebeautiful world around her. Perfect for fans of A Butterfly Is Patient and They All Saw a Cat.
- 2018
Lyrical poetry paired with charming illustrations invites young readers to explore the captivating presence of spirals in nature. The book examines the beauty of shapes found in various natural elements, such as snail shells, rivers, and flower buds, while encouraging curiosity about their recurring patterns in the universe. This engaging board book edition offers a delightful journey through the wonders of spirals, making it a perfect introduction to natural shapes for children.
- 2018
The Girl who Drew Butterflies
- 120 pages
- 5 hours of reading
Robert F. Sibert Medal winner Bugs, of all kinds, were considered to be "born of mud" and to be "beasts of the devil." Why would anyone, let alone a girl, want to study and observe them? One of the first naturalists to observe live insects directly, Maria Sibylla Merian was also one of the first to document the metamorphosis of the butterfly. In this visual nonfiction biography, richly illustrated throughout with full-color original paintings by Merian herself, the Newbery Honor-winning author Joyce Sidman paints her own picture of one of the first female entomologists and a woman who flouted convention in the pursuit of knowledge and her passion for insects. Booklist Editor's Choice Chicago Public Library Best of 2018 Kirkus Best book of 2018 2018 Bulletin Blue Ribbon Book Junior Library Guild Selection New York Public Library Top 10 Best Books of 2018
- 2017
Whimsical and imaginative, this poetic ode to all that is round and full of wonder by the Newbery Honor winning author and poet Joyce Sidman, with illustrations by the two-time New York Best Illustrated Book award recipient Taeeun Yoo, inspires curiosity and wonder for this (round) little earth we call home.
- 2016
Before Morning
- 48 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Let snow fall overnight and change the world before morning, making it "slow and delightful and white."
- 2014
Winter Bees & Other Poems of the Cold
- 28 pages
- 1 hour of reading
Exploring the hidden lives of animals during winter, this picture book collection features poems by Newbery Honor-winning poet Joyce Sidman. Readers will uncover how various creatures adapt and survive beneath the snow. The enchanting verses are complemented by striking linoleum print illustrations by Rick Allen, highlighting the beauty and strength of nature.
- 2013
What the Heart Knows
- 80 pages
- 3 hours of reading
A one-of-a-kindpoetry gift book of hope, wisdom, and power from Newbery Honor- winning poetextraordinaire Joyce Sidman and Caldecott Honor-winning artist Pamela Zagarenski.
- 2012
Swirl by Swirl
- 25 pages
- 1 hour of reading
What makes the tiny snail shell so beautiful? Why does that shape occur in nature over and over again - in rushing rivers, in a flower bud, even inside your ear? The authors not only reveal the many spirals in nature - from fiddleheads to elephant tusks - but also celebrate the beauty and usefulness of this fascinating shape.
- 2010
Ubiquitous
Celebrating Nature's Survivors
0About the •Joyce Sidman lives in Minnesota, where she battles dandelions with great respect for their survival techniques. joycesidman.com Beckie Prange lives in Ely, Minnesota, where she spends as much time as possible in the woods looking at lichens, crows, and other hardy northern species. Her first book received a Caldecott Honor. beckieprange.com Joyce Sidman Beckie Prange Mifflin Books for ChildrenPublished #of