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Five Little Friends: A Collection of Finger Rhymes

by Sean Taylor (text) & illus. by Fiona Woodcock
Candlewick. Aug. 2025. 64p. Tr $19.99. ISBN 9781536242911. PreS-Gr 3
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PreS-Gr 3–Sometimes a poem can be felt in the soul, and sometimes it can be felt in the fingertips! This collection features 35 fun poems that can be acted out with fingers and hands. From a splashy ship sailing to a playful baby penguin, these poems invoke a dynamic way to combine words and body movement. The artwork is beautifully illustrated with softened bright colors and clear depictions of hands, animals, children, and the seasons. Each poem rhymes and has a singsong rhythm to it. With so many poems to choose from, this could make an excellent book to read from cover to cover, or to pick favorite words and movements to act out in music or physical education classes.
VERDICT An excellent purchase for elementary library collections where poetry and texts that encourage physical activity are needed.
Reviewed by Molly Dettmann , Jun 30, 2025

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