Jack Prelutsky Livres

The book introduces a whimsical nursery world filled with memorable characters like Cincinnati Patty, Justin Austin, Pennington Poe, and a little pink pig from Arkansas. Created by Jack Prelutsky and illustrated by Garth Williams, it promises to enchant children and become a beloved collection of stories that will be cherished and sung about for generations. Readers are invited to meet these delightful new friends who are destined to become old friends.

A hilarious story about all the pupils and teachers at Diffendoofer School, written with all of Dr. Seuss’s classic trademark wit.

Combines the talents of America's first Children's Poet Laureate and the illustrator of the Harry Potter books in a volume of rollicking original verses set to Saint-Saëns' classical composition that is complemented by a CD recording of the music and Prelutsky's readings.

Thirteen poems to spice up the holiday that ghouls and ghosts love most. "Prelutsky's Nightmares tamed for beginning readers. They're catchy at the most rudimentary level."--Kirkus Reviews.

From beloved children's poet Jack Prelutsky and acclaimed illustrator Peter Sis comes a fierce, fanciful series of poems all about dragons fierce and dragons friendly; dragons' lairs and dragons' eggs; even a menacing dragon living inside a computer—all spring to life in these enchanting poems and paintings. "Prelutsky and Sis bring to life so many sorts of the large, the small, the ferocious, the technological, the gentle, the ominous, and the disconsolate. There's a `just right' quality to the verse that makes it a pleasure to read the words aloud. Because it appeals on so many levels, this is one poetry book that won't sit on the shelf for long."— Booklist . This  New York Times  Notable Book of the Year is a wonderful introduction to the pleasures of poetry and word play from a master of the genre, Jack Prelutsky.

A wonderfully rich, varied, funny and clever collection. Humour at its best from one of America's funniest poets. schovat popis

The whimsical universe crafted by Jack Prelutsky is filled with imaginative creatures and surreal scenarios. Ogres, singing dragons, and hatching baby uggs populate a landscape where frogs don red suspenders amidst a bizarre rain of pigs and noodles. The playful antics of scranimals under a colossal pizza create a vibrant tapestry of humor and fantasy, inviting readers into a world where the extraordinary is commonplace.

A new arrival shakes up the neighborhood dynamics, bringing fresh excitement and challenges. As the established kids navigate their feelings of jealousy and curiosity, they must confront their own insecurities and learn about friendship, acceptance, and the importance of community. The story explores themes of belonging and the impact of change, ultimately highlighting how differences can enrich relationships and foster growth.

We're sailing to Scranimal Island, It doesn't appear on most maps.... Scranimal Island is where you will find the fragrant RHINOCEROSE, the cunning BROCCOLIONS. And if you are really, really lucky and very, very quiet, you will spot the gentle, shy PANDAFFODIL. (You may even hear it yawning If the morning's just begun, Watch its petals slowly open To embrace the rising sun. So put on your pith helmet and prepare to explore a wilderness of puns and rhymes where birds, beasts, vegetables, and flowers have been mysteriously scrambled together to create creatures you've never seen before -- and are unlikely to meet again! Your guides -- Jack Prelutsky, poet laureate of the elementary school set, and two-time Caldecott Honor artist Peter Sis -- invite you to join them on an adventure you will never forget!

Featuring over one hundred humorous poems paired with whimsical illustrations, this collection showcases the playful talents of Jack Prelutsky and James Stevenson. Their delightful verses and zany drawings invite readers into a world of laughter and imagination, making it a perfect read for both children and adults who enjoy a good chuckle. Prepare for a fun-filled adventure that promises to brighten your day!