Burgess, Matthew. Words with Wings and Magic Things. illus. by Doug Salati. Tundra.
K-Gr 5–This is an extraordinary collection filled with poems to savor and illustrations that will both captivate and delight young readers.

Griffin, Molly Beth. Rings of Heartwood: Poems on Growing. illus. by Claudia McGehee. Minnesota Historical Society Pr.
Gr 3-5–A treasure in versatility and a fine tool for librarians and teachers.

Harjo, Joy. For a Girl Becoming. illus. by Adriana Garcia. Norton.
K-Gr 3–A stunningly written and illustrated work of children’s literature, and an essential purchase for school and public library collections.

Levy, Debbie. Photo Ark 1-2-3: An Animal Counting Book in Poetry and Pictures. photos by Joel Sartore. National Geographic.
PreS-K–A visually stimulating counting book that engages young children both in small and large group settings..

Limón, Ada. And, Too, the Fox. illus. by Gaby D’Alessandro. Lerner/Carolrhoda.
K-Gr 3–Children will be captivated by Fox as they join him on a joyful romp frolicking in the forest, splashing in the water, and slinking through suburbs.

Weil, Zaro. I Hear The Trees: Untamed Poems From Mother Earth. illus. by Junli Song. Welbeck.
K-Gr 5–This timely and timeless collection of nature poems is a perfect addition to any library or classroom.