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Selfies With Komodos

Poems by

Brian Moses author Ed Boxall illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Otter-Barry Books Ltd

Published:19th Jan '23

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Selfies With Komodos cover

This enchanting poetry collection invites young readers on whimsical adventures, featuring playful characters and imaginative journeys, including Selfies With Komodos.

In Selfies With Komodos, readers are treated to a delightful collection of poems that capture the essence of adventure and whimsy. The book invites children to embark on imaginative journeys filled with playful characters, from mischievous cats and loyal dogs to fantastical dragons and a rock'n'roll iguana. Each poem is crafted with vibrant imagery and clever wordplay, making it an engaging read for young audiences and a joy for parents to share with their children.

As the collection unfolds, young readers will find themselves on a night train to Transylvania, where shadows dance and mysteries await. They will learn to fly among the clouds and send whimsical postcards from distant planets like Pluto. The playful tone of the poems encourages children to explore their imaginations, while the underlying messages of friendship and adventure resonate throughout.

Selfies With Komodos also serves as a gentle reminder to embrace curiosity and creativity, all while keeping a safe distance from the unpredictable Komodo dragon. This charming book is not only a celebration of poetic expression but also an invitation for children to discover the joy of storytelling. With its engaging themes and delightful illustrations, this collection is sure to become a beloved staple in children's literature.

"There are humorous poems, thought-provoking poems, ‘silly’ poems…so much to love! Packed with fun illustrations by Ed Boxall, this is an essential collection for home - school - everywhere!

Some of the poems are accompanied by notes, offering additional explanation or information to help the reader understand them... So many of these poems would make brilliant models for children to create their own and encourage a love of word play and experimentation."

* Through The Bookshelf *

"An indispensable addition to a classroom bookshelf or school library, as part of a poetry collection - this book is sure to become a firm favourite very quickly."

* ReadingZone *

"Ed’s quirky, fun line drawings are the perfect companion to Brian’s poems... A great collection for the home, school or to pop in your bag while you’re out and about..."

* Busy Busy Learning *

"Every day is an adventure in this brilliant, eagerly awaited collection."

* School Reading List *

"Such a great book full of poems that are sometimes catchy, sometimes scary but always fun."

-- Sue Martin * The Book Monitor *

"The poems beg to be performed, or read aloud at the very least; there is a rhythm and unexpected rhyme that make them both pleasing to recite, and to listen to...

Aimed primarily at junior children, this collection is accessible to those who find longer texts a challenge, those who ‘don’t like’ poetry and also those children who have developed a grasp of word play – they will appreciate the little notes of playful language-use that are sprinkled through this collection.

Ed Boxall’s quirky, fun black and white line drawings complement perfectly Brian’s poems.... A book to be read and re-read. Enjoy!"

* Just Imagine *

"This is a delightful collection of poems by the unstoppable Brian Moses... Words weave their way around ideas, bumping into interesting internal rhymes and all manner of metaphor and alliteration. Each poem is a jumping off point inviting the reader to learn more. Teachers will love the way it opens so many doors into a myriad of subjects to be explored. This is not your usual book about school and friends and family. It’s about thinking and about ideas. And it’s intelligently illustrated by Ed Boxall."

-- Roger Stevens * Poetry Zone *
"It’s a collection that’s as thoughtful, ingenious, curious, inviting and funny as ever, completed by some entertaining black and white illustrations from Ed Boxall." * Books for Kee

ISBN: 9781913074098

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: unknown

96 pages