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Baby Teeth
Hardcover
General Juvenile FictionPoetry
Publisher: Bound & Petal Press
Published: Sep 2 2025
Pages: 150
Weight: 1.02
Height: 0.56 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Baby Teeth is a laugh-out-loud poetry collection for kids ages 5-11 that celebrates silly rhymes, wild imagination, and the pure joy of words. Packed with zany verses, unexpected twists, and playful rhythms, these poems invite children to sing, shout, giggle, and daydream right along with the author.
From globe-trotting fart machines to crying monkeys, every page brims with surprises that keep kids engaged and entertained. Each poem is short enough for a bedtime read-aloud, yet clever enough to spark conversations and rereads in the classroom. Parents, teachers, and librarians will find it a go-to favorite for reluctant readers and young word lovers alike.
Perfect for ages 5-11 (grades K-6), Baby Teeth captures the sweet spot where children are discovering the magic of language and rhythm. Early readers will enjoy sounding out the rhymes, while older kids will laugh at the clever wordplay and absurd imagery. It's a collection designed to grow with your child-funny enough to share at story time, silly enough to memorize on the playground, and smart enough to inspire a love of poetry for years to come.
Illustrated in a whimsical ink-and-wash style reminiscent of classic children's books, the artwork adds warmth, humor, and a touch of nostalgia. With its hand-drawn textures and playful details, the art invites kids to linger over each page and discover something new every time.
For fans of Shel Silverstein, Jack Prelutsky, and Jon Scieszka, this book offers a fresh, modern voice in children's poetry while honoring the timeless tradition of silly verse. Whether you're looking for a family read-aloud, a classroom companion, or a gift book that children will actually beg to read, Baby Teeth is ready to deliver belly laughs and big grins.
Key features include:
- Over 50 original poems filled with humor, rhythm, and surprise
- Over 60 illustrations that match the playful, vintage storybook feel
- Perfect for read-alouds at home, school, or library programs
- Ideal for independent readers ready to explore beyond picture books
- Humorous, imaginative themes that engage both reluctant and enthusiastic readers
Baby Teeth proves that poems aren't just for reading-they're for laughing, singing, shouting, and sharing. With its blend of humor, rhythm, and imagination, it's a book kids will come back to again and again.
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