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From the first pitch to the last out and all nine innings between, Douglas Florian's collection of baseball poems brings wordplay, wit, and laughter to America's springtime tradition. Featuring a mean-armed pitcher, a daisy-picking right fielder, and a lightning-swift base stealer, 'Poem Runs' combines irresistible language and Florian's signature child-friendly, bold illustration style in this celebration of the magic of baseball. AGES: 6 to 9 AUTHOR: Douglas Florian is the creator of many acclaimed poetry picture books, including lizards, frogs, and polliwogs, a Child Magazine Best Book of the Year; mammalabilia, an ABA's Pick of the Lists; and insectlopedia, a New York Times bestseller, ALA Notable Children's Book, and Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year. Colour throughout

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Upbeat poems that exude a bravado and competitive spirit that's perfect for the subject matter...this one's a blast. -- Publishers Weekly, starred review A great choice for sandlot players who just want to have fun. -- School Library Journal An enjoyable collection of verse aimed at children who play the game. -- Booklist

""Upbeat poems that exude a bravado and competitive spirit that's perfect for the subject matter...this one's a blast.""--Publishers Weekly, starred review ""A great choice for sandlot players who just want to have fun.""--School Library Journal ""An enjoyable collection of verse aimed at children who play the game.""--Booklist --

Upbeat poems that exude a bravado and competitive spirit that's perfect for the subject matter...this one's a blast.--Publishers Weekly, starred review A great choice for sandlot players who just want to have fun.--School Library Journal An enjoyable collection of verse aimed at children who play the game.--Booklist --

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Douglas Florian, known for his colorful illustrations and clever language, is the creator of many acclaimed books for young readers, including lizards, frogs, and polliwogs; insectlopedia; and bow wow meow meow. A lifelong Mets fan and former Little League shortstop, he spends much of his time coaching and cajoling his family at their home in New York City.

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