Douglas Florian

Douglas Florian explores the arboreal world with his signature wit and whimsy in this tree-mendous picture book poetry collection featuring a dynamic vertical format that illustrates the incredible heights and shapes of the trees. Seeds are sprouting, roots are spreading, and branches are swaying. From coconut palms and bristlecone pines to baobabs and banyans, discover the scientific nature of these...

Two starred reviews! Celebrate the sun, earth, moon, and many more natural marvels through “heartfelt, memorable” (Booklist, starred review) poetry in this picture book from acclaimed poet Douglas Florian. Thank you, sun. You give us light. You shine all day until the night. You warm our planet as you burn—and ask for nothing in return. From lofty mountains that peak...

Step back in time with this fossil-filled picture book poetry collection that explores the prehistoric era with Douglas Florian’s singular wit and style. This book is full of dinosaurs, Both carnivores and herbivores. You’ll find a big Iguanodon, As well as clever Tro-o-don. There’s Spinosaurus and T. rex, Plus plesiosaurs with GIANT necks… Twenty funny and factual poems bring dinosaurs...