“Lends the ‘attitude of gratitude’ relevance beyond Thanksgiving Day.” —Booklist

“Offers a variety of reasons for giving thanks and feeling appreciation.” —Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books

Acclaimed poet Nikki Grimes and award-winning illustrator Cozbi A. Cabrera celebrate the joy of family, friends, and of feeling thankful. An inspirational and useful picture book that’s perfect for educators, parents, and aspiring poets.

What does it mean to connect with someone? What does it mean to feel thankful?

Award-winning poet Nikki Grimes and Caldecott Honor artist Cozbi A. Cabrera honor human relationships—from family to friendships to community bonds—and the moments that bring us together.

Beautiful and rhythmic, the text is written in a variety of poetic styles and forms, including letter poems, haikus, and riddles, among others. Richly detailed illustrations accompany each poem, making this a perfect pick for family as well as storytime sharing.

ISBN: 9780063204034
Imprint: Greenwillow Books
On Sale: Sep 14, 2021
List price: $12.5
No of pages: 32
Trim Size: 8.450 in (w) x 10.950 in (h) x 0.300 in (d)
BISAC 1: JUVENILE FICTION / Poetry (see also Stories in Verse) *
BISAC 2: JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Values & Virtues
BISAC 3: JUVENILE FICTION / Holidays & Celebrations / Thanksgiving
BISAC 4:
BISAC 5:
BISAC 6:

Nikki Grimes

Biography

Nikki Grimes is a New York Times bestselling author and recipient of the Coretta Scott King–Virginia Hamilton Award for Lifetime Achievement, the ALAN Award for significant contributions to young adult literature, the Children’s Literature Legacy Award, and the NCTE Award for Excellence in Poetry for Children. She is the author of Coretta Scott King Award winner Bronx Masquerade and the recipient of five Coretta Scott King Author Honors. Her recent books include Printz Honor and Sibert Honor Book Ordinary Hazards; Between the Lines, a YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults title; the much-acclaimed Garvey’s Choice; ALA Notables Legacy: Women Poets of the Harlem Renaissance and Southwest Sunrise; Kamala Harris: Rooted in Justice; and Garvey in the Dark. Nikki lives in Corona, California.

 

Cozbi A. Cabrera

Biography

Cozbi A. Cabrera received a BFA from Parsons School of Design. Her cloth dolls (Muñecas) have garnered the attention of collectors around the world and have been featured on The Oprah Winfrey Show. She is the illustrator of the picture book Beauty, Her Basket, which Publishers Weekly called “a quiet treasure” in a starred review. Her work is featured in her eponymous shop and atelier in Brooklyn. She lives in New York City.

“Lends the ‘attitude of gratitude’ relevance beyond Thanksgiving Day.” —Booklist

“Offers a variety of reasons for giving thanks and feeling appreciation.” —Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books

Acclaimed poet Nikki Grimes and award-winning illustrator Cozbi A. Cabrera celebrate the joy of family, friends, and of feeling thankful. An inspirational and useful picture book that’s perfect for educators, parents, and aspiring poets.

What does it mean to connect with someone? What does it mean to feel thankful?

Award-winning poet Nikki Grimes and Caldecott Honor artist Cozbi A. Cabrera honor human relationships—from family to friendships to community bonds—and the moments that bring us together.

Beautiful and rhythmic, the text is written in a variety of poetic styles and forms, including letter poems, haikus, and riddles, among others. Richly detailed illustrations accompany each poem, making this a perfect pick for family as well as storytime sharing.

ISBN: 9780063204034
Imprint: Greenwillow Books
On Sale: Sep 14, 2021
List price: $12.5
No of pages: 32
Trim Size: 8.450 in (w) x 10.950 in (h) x 0.300 in (d)
BISAC 1: JUVENILE FICTION / Poetry (see also Stories in Verse) *
BISAC 2: JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Values & Virtues
BISAC 3: JUVENILE FICTION / Holidays & Celebrations / Thanksgiving
BISAC 4:
BISAC 5:
BISAC 6:

Nikki Grimes

Biography

Nikki Grimes is a New York Times bestselling author and recipient of the Coretta Scott King–Virginia Hamilton Award for Lifetime Achievement, the ALAN Award for significant contributions to young adult literature, the Children’s Literature Legacy Award, and the NCTE Award for Excellence in Poetry for Children. She is the author of Coretta Scott King Award winner Bronx Masquerade and the recipient of five Coretta Scott King Author Honors. Her recent books include Printz Honor and Sibert Honor Book Ordinary Hazards; Between the Lines, a YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults title; the much-acclaimed Garvey’s Choice; ALA Notables Legacy: Women Poets of the Harlem Renaissance and Southwest Sunrise; Kamala Harris: Rooted in Justice; and Garvey in the Dark. Nikki lives in Corona, California.

 

Cozbi A. Cabrera

Biography

Cozbi A. Cabrera received a BFA from Parsons School of Design. Her cloth dolls (Muñecas) have garnered the attention of collectors around the world and have been featured on The Oprah Winfrey Show. She is the illustrator of the picture book Beauty, Her Basket, which Publishers Weekly called “a quiet treasure” in a starred review. Her work is featured in her eponymous shop and atelier in Brooklyn. She lives in New York City.