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The Tighty Whitey Spider: And More Wacky Animal Poems I Totally Made Up

The Tighty Whitey Spider: And More Wacky Animal Poems I Totally Made Up

Published in
2010
4.14
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Description

It's Official: Kids want more of Kenn Nesbitt's sidesplitting poetry. They can't get enough of his clever wordplay, wonderful imagery, and zany rhymes. In this brand-new collection, Kenn has totally made up over fifty poems involving Acrobatic Cats, Kung Fu Pets, and Chickens on Computers. Another side-splitting collection of poetry from beloved children's poet Kenn Nesbitt! Following up the bestselling collection, My Hippo Has the Hiccups, Kenn Nesbitt dares to go where no poet has gone before, creating a whole host of laugh-out-loud scenarios involving animals doing extreme sports. Kids love Kenn's clever word play and wonderful imagery. This collection also includes an audio CD of Kenn reading the poems in his inimitable style. And Ethan Long provides the perfect complement to Kenn's poetry with his brilliant line drawings. With poems like 'My Puppy Punched Me in the Eye' and 'I Bought Our Cat a Jetpack,' this collection shines bright with rhymes that are full of jokes, thrills, and surprises. Animals Doing Extreme Sports will keep kids laughing—and loving poetry.
Age
7-12
Text complexity
developing
Length
145 pages
Book in series
#2

Why to read

  • Fosters a Love for Poetry: Kenn Nesbitt's 'The Tighty Whitey Spider' introduces children to poetry in a fun and engaging way, making it an excellent tool for fostering an early love for rhythmic and rhyming language.
  • Enhances Creativity and Imagination: The wacky and imaginative poems in this book encourage children to think outside the box and explore their own creativity, as they enjoy the absurdity and humor of the made-up animal scenarios.
  • Promotes Language Development: Reading these playful poems helps young readers develop their vocabulary and language skills, as they encounter new words and linguistic patterns in a context that is both entertaining and memorable.
  • Provides Laughter and Entertainment: The book is filled with humorous content that is sure to bring laughter to both children and adults, making it a delightful read that can lighten the mood and provide entertainment for the whole family.