Forwards Always

Name: Forwards Always
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9781800660359
Price: 31.99 NZD
Availability: InStock

Poems to be read aloud

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Summary

Forwards Always is a delightful children's book filled with adventure, focusing on the journey of a curious young protagonist. The story emphasises the importance of perseverance and optimism as the characters encounter various challenges. Through engaging narratives and vivid illustrations, it captures the endless potential of moving forward with courage and confidence.
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Format: Hardback

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this children's book if you love heartwarming stories about perseverance, adventure, and self-discovery. Its enchanting narrative and vivid illustrations make it perfect for sparking the imagination of young readers and encouraging a love for storytelling.

Description

'A delightful and idiosyncratic collection.' - School Library Journal

Silly, heartfelt, nonsense poems to be read aloud with friends and loved ones.

I'm having jelly for tea
I'm having jelly for tea
It's not even my birthday
But I'm having jelly for tea

Forwards Always is a collection of poems to be read aloud. The poems are activated through performance and play. There are daft poems, quiet poems, wonky poems and dancing poems.

The book is a puzzle. Make sense of it together, listen to it, take turns, hold it upside down and wear it as a hat. Have fun and find your own way forwards.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Forwards Always is praised for its playful and heartfelt poems, designed to be read aloud with footnotes that add depth and humour. The book is noted for its relatable content and rhythmic language, making it an excellent resource for introducing children to performing poetry. It is highly recommended for bringing joy to primary school classrooms.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781800660359

Publisher: Cicada Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 06 April 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Cicada Books

Illustration: Illustrated in colour throughout

Contributors:

By Matthew Hodson

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 240g

Pages: 60

Collections

Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational

About the Author

Matthew Hodson is a graphic artist and poet. He likes other people, the woods and boiled eggs. He is frustrated by cynicism and mould. His client list includes The Guardian, The New York Times and The Economist. He is the author of At This Very Moment (Cicada, 2021) and the Illustrator of Don't Hug the Pug (Cicada, 2019).