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Animals Poetry
Explore poetry books about animals for children.
233 books
Burgess Books
The Burgess Animal Book for Children
Thornton W. Burgess
For the child who asks a million questions about the animals in their backyard. This classic narrative brings North Amer
Ages 6–11
Animals Animals
Laura Whipple
Vibrant collage art pairs with lyrical verses to celebrate the quirky habits of creatures ranging from household pets to
Ages 4–8
Over in the Grasslands
Anna Wilson
Count from one to ten across the sun-drenched savanna while spotting hidden animals in the tall grassland.
Ages 2–5
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Snuffles and Snouts
Laura Robb
For the child who loves to giggle and play, this whimsical collection of poetry celebrates all things pig with silly sit
Ages 4–8
Poetry for Young People
Animal Poems
John Hollander
For the child who marvels at the natural world, this collection of classic and modern poems pairs timeless verses with l
Ages 5–10
Ferdinand Fox #2
Ferdinand Fox and the Hedgehog
Karen Inglis
For the child who is naturally curious about the creatures hiding in the backyard or local park, this rhyming tale encou
Ages 3–6
Brown Bear and Friends #3
Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See?
Bill Martin Jr.
Vibrant animals like the Red Wolf and Spider Monkey leap across these pages in a rhythmic celebration of nature and the
Ages 1–5
Zoo Doings
Jack Prelutsky
Forty-six rhythmic and humorous poems capture the secret lives and silly personalities of animals.
Ages 6–10
Nature Riddles and Rhymes #2
Fancy Feet: Guess Who's Walking
Rebecca E. Hirsch
Perfect for the child who loves to ask 'why' and 'who,' this rhyming guessing game turns a nature lesson into an interac
Ages 3–7
Bless the Beasts Children's Prayers and Poems About Animals
June Cotner
A comforting collection of verses for children who love animals and want to express gratitude for their pets and the cre
Ages 3–8
The Monkey Who Lost His Tail
Amanda Allison
For the child who feels overwhelmed when something goes wrong. This playful rhyming story models how to keep calm and ke
Ages 3–7
Fireflies at Midnight
Marilyn Singer
For the child who loves to wonder about the hidden lives of animals, this rhythmic collection brings the sights and soun
Ages 4–8
Animagicals #1
On the Go
Carol Diggory Shields
Hidden animals wait behind every flap in this rhyming game of hide-and-seek.
Ages 2–5
Scranimals
Jack Prelutsky
For the child who loves to make up their own silly stories, these rhythmic poems introduce a world of hybrid creatures t
Ages 4–10
Whiskers & Rhymes
Arnold Lobel
Silly rhymes and whimsical animals skip through these humorous, rhythmic poems that put a fresh spin on the nursery rhym
Ages 3–8
Two Little Mice and the Moon Adventure
Stuart James
For the child who asks big questions about the night sky or dreams of building their own inventions from cardboard boxes
Ages 2–5
Miss Poppy and Friends #1
Miss Poppy and the Honey Cake
Elizabeth MacDonald
Miss Poppy is a very disorganized pig who really wants to bake a honey cake, but she discovers she cannot do it without
Ages 4–8
Pat-A-Cake
Marilyn Janovitz
This beloved traditional nursery rhyme, "Pat-a-Cake," is presented with delightful illustrations featuring animal charac
Ages 4–11
David Elliott's Animal Poems #8
In the Desert
David Elliott
For the curious explorer fascinated by the secrets of the sands. Discover the surprising variety of life that thrives in
Ages 3–7
A My Name Is Alice
Jane Bayer
This rhythmic jump-rope ditty bounces through the alphabet with a colorful parade of animals from every corner of the gl
Ages 3–7
Caldecott's Picture Books #8
The Farmer's Boy
Randolph Caldecott
Gentle rhymes and classic illustrations bring the daily rhythms of an old-fashioned farm to life, from tending animals t
Ages 2–7
Dogs Rule!
Daniel Kirk
Hear the world from four legs up through poems about purple collars and backyard blues, all set to a rhythmic musical so
Ages 4–8
Click, Clack, Moo
A Busy Day at the Farm
Doreen Cronin
For the curious toddler who loves farm animals and the gentle rhythm of a day spent in nature. This rhythmic exploration
Ages 2–6
Once, a Lullaby
B. P. Nichol
For the infant or toddler who needs a soft, predictable rhythm to drift off, this poetic lullaby turns bedtime into a so
Ages 0–3
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