“This quirky Mother Goose book turns convention on its head. Each of the 14 selections contemporizes a traditional rhyme and pairs it with a rebuttal or an aside by a grumpy protagonist... the artwork is lively and fanciful...”<i><b>—Kirkus Reviews</b></i><br /><br />"Whimsical, cartoonish acrylic-and-pencil illustrations incorporate playful details and decorative page embellishments, blending classic scenarios and contemporary settings and elements... a playful addition to any poetry section."<i><b>—Booklist</b></i><br /><br />"The imaginative poems can tickle the funny bone... an excellent choice for writing workshops and classroom prompts."<i><b>—School Library Journal</b></i>
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Jane Yolen has received numerous awards for her writing, including the Golden Kite Award, two Christopher Medals, the Kerlan Award from the University of Minnesota, and the Regina Medal for her body of work. She lives in Hatfield, Massachusetts, and St. Andrews, Scotland. janeyolen.comRebecca Kai Dotlich is the author of many poetry and picture books, including Lemonade Sun; One Day, The End. ; and The Knowing Book. She gives presentations and poetry workshops to students, teachers, librarians, and writers across the country. She lives near Indianapolis, Indiana. rebeccakaidotlich.com
Angela Matteson is a children's book illustrator and a designer of greeting cards and gift packaging. Her paintings have been shown in galleries, both locally and nationally. This is her first picture book. She lives in Columbus, Ohio. angelamatteson.com