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A review by tashrow
Poetrees by Douglas Florian
5.0
Florian has turned his poetic talents to trees in this newest collection. His poems move from the parts of a tree like bark and roots to specific types of trees. He includes oaks, baobab, Japanese cedar, yews and many more. In each, he celebrates what makes them unique and special. He merges puns with poetry, offering a funny twist or humorous phrase. Florian evokes the essence of trees with ease here. His forest is one that is definitely worth wandering in.
Florian has also done the art work in this book. Done with a variety of media on paper bags, they evoke a roughness, a bark and a natural feel that perfect mesh with the poems. I particularly appreciate that you can see the folds and creases in the bags. They make you want to run your fingers across the page, only to find them glossy smooth.
Ideal for Earth Day or Arbor Day, this is a beautiful way to spend time with the trees around us. Appropriate for ages 5-10.
Florian has also done the art work in this book. Done with a variety of media on paper bags, they evoke a roughness, a bark and a natural feel that perfect mesh with the poems. I particularly appreciate that you can see the folds and creases in the bags. They make you want to run your fingers across the page, only to find them glossy smooth.
Ideal for Earth Day or Arbor Day, this is a beautiful way to spend time with the trees around us. Appropriate for ages 5-10.