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Nature & Outdoors Poetry
Explore poetry books about nature & outdoors for children.
280 books
Bird Watch
Jane Yolen
Rhythmic verses capture the secret lives and daily flutters of various birds as they soar, perch, and play in the wild.
Ages 6–10
The Built Series #3
The Lodge That Beaver Built
Randi Sonenshine
For the child who marvels at how things are built and enjoys the quiet rhythms of the natural world.
Ages 4–8
Girls Who Changed Science and Art #3
Green Promises: Girls Who Loved the Earth
Jeannine Atkins
For the young activist who wants to change the world, these lyrical portraits of pioneering women show how one person's
Ages 10–14
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Who's Wild and Free?
Terry Fitzgibbon
For the nature-loving child who asks a million questions about the wild, this rhythmic rhyming tour introduces the uniqu
Ages 3–7
Ernest Nister's Antique Moving Picture Books
We Visit the Seashore
Ernest Nister
Pull the moveable slats to reveal hidden coastal scenes and watch a group of children play among the waves in these rhyt
Ages 3–7
David Elliott's Animal Poems #7
At the Poles
David Elliott
For the curious child who marvels at the natural world, these rhythmic poems reveal the surprising lives of animals thri
Ages 3–8
In My Mother's House
Ann Nolan Clark
A young Tewa boy shares the rhythmic beauty of his people’s communal spirit, from the work they do together to the homes
Ages 5–9
Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back: A Native American Year of Moons
Joseph Bruchac, Jonathan London
For the child curious about the rhythms of nature and the stories behind the changing seasons, as told through the indig
Ages 4–10
Whose House?
H. A. Rey
For the curious toddler who loves to explore the world around them. Discover where animals sleep and play through playfu
Ages 0–3
The Night of the Whippoorwill
Nancy Larrick
Voices from around the globe come together in this collection of poems celebrating the mysterious and quiet beauty of th
Ages 8–12
Winter Eyes Poems & Paintings
Douglas Florian
For families who love to observe the subtle magic of winter, this delightful collection of poems and paintings captures
Ages 4–8
Cousins of Clouds: Elephant Poems
Tracie Vaughn Zimmer
For the child captivated by the natural world, these lyrical poems and factual sidebars celebrate the majestic lives and
Ages 6–10
Dear World
Takayo Noda
For the child who finds magic in a smooth pebble or a passing cloud: these gentle poems celebrate the beauty of everyday
Ages 4–8
Snow Birds
Kirsten Hall
For the child who wonders what happens to the animals when the world turns white. Explore the grit and grace of birds th
Ages 4–8
Father and Son
Denizé Lauture
Quiet moments and outdoor adventures illustrate the deep, unspoken bond between a father and son living in the beautiful
Ages 4–8
Walking Through the Jungle
Julie Lacome
For the active toddler who loves to move and shout. An energetic, rhythmic journey that transforms reading time into a p
Ages 2–5
Leaf by Leaf Autumn Poems
Barbara Rogasky
For the child noticing the first crisp breeze or falling leaf. This collection of classic poetry helps families celebrat
Ages 6–12
Sunflakes: Poems for Children
Lilian Moore
Soft rain, backyard animals, and the simple joy of outdoor play fill these verses that celebrate the small wonders of a
Ages 3–8
Blanket & Bear, a Remarkable Pair
L. J. R. Kelly
When a favorite bear and blanket are accidentally left behind, the brave pair sets off on a long, rhyming journey to fin
Ages 3–7
The Built Series #2
The Den That Octopus Built
Randi Sonenshine
For children marveling at how animals protect their families, this lyrical journey explores the clever architecture and
Ages 4–8
Here a Little Child I Stand
Cynthia Mitchell
Verses from many traditions and famous poets come together to offer a quiet, reverent look at the world through a young
Ages 3–8
The Dream Train: Poems for Bedtime
Sean Taylor
For the child who needs a soft transition from a busy day to a restful night. These gentle poems create a calming ritual
Ages 2–7
My Thoughts Are Clouds: Poems for Mindfulness
Georgia Heard
Whimsical poems and illustrations provide a peaceful introduction to deep breathing and staying present, helping little
Ages 6–10
Buried Alive: The Elements of Love
Ralph Fletcher
The heavy, wild, and quiet moments of love unfold through the elemental lenses of earth, water, air, and fire in this po
Ages 11–16
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(375)
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(310)
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(280)
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(32)
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