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Poetry Comics Hardcover – Picture Book, March 26, 2024

by Grant Snider (Author)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 24 ratings
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“A poetry-filled graphic novel that is powerful in its simplicity.” ―Publishers Weekly, Starred Review
 
"Personal but personable, too, with glints of quiet humor.” ―Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review
 
“Poetry Comics is . . . a sensorial experience that taps into what it means to be human and leaves you inspired to explore, discover, create, and connect.” —Aron Nels Steinke, Eisner Award-winning cartoonist
 
From the creator of Incidental Comics, Grant Snider, comes a fun and imaginative book that combines poetry and comics in a whole new way. Perfect for poetry lovers and reluctant readers alike.

From the cloud-gazing hours of early spring to the lost bicycles of late autumn, Grant Snider’s brilliantly illustrated Poetry Comics will take you climbing, floating, swimming, and tumbling through all the year’s ups, downs, and in-betweens. He proves that absolutely everything, momentous or minuscule, is worthy of attention, whether snail shells, building blocks, the lamented late bus, or the rare joy of unscuffed shoes. These poems explore everything you never thought to write a poem about, and they’re so fun to read you’ll want to write one yourself. Not to worry, there’s a poem for that, too!

FOR COMIC BOOK FANS: These poems for kids are brightly illustrated in graphic novel-style panels, adding a delightful new element to approaching poetry. Perfect for visually oriented readers and young people who already love comics, cartoons, and graphic novels.

EXCITING NEW APPROACH TO POETRY: Funny, instructive, and thoroughly engaging, this poem book is a perfect addition to classroom libraries and poetry curricula. 

POEMS FOR EVERY SEASON: With sections for winter, spring, summer, and fall, this poetry book offers teachers and kids lots to enjoy and share all year round. 

SPARK A LOVE OF POETRY AND ART: Perfect for classroom writing and drawing prompts, this book will inspire readers of all ages to make and share poetry comics of their own!

Perfect for:
  • Young readers of comics and graphic novels
  • Aspiring poets, writers, and cartoonists
  • Parents and educators seeking a fun and engaging way to introduce kids to poetry
  • Reading and sharing during Poetry Month
  • Readers looking for contemporary additions to classic children's poetry like Shel Silverstein's Where the Sidewalk Ends, Falling Up, and A Light in the Attic
  • Fans of Mary Oliver looking to share an equally contemplative, nature-loving poet with kids
  • Fans of Grant Snider books, including Nothing Ever Happens on a Gray Day, What Color Is Night?, What Sound Is Morning?, One Boy Watching, and There Is a Rainbow
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  1. Reading age
    8 - 12 years
  2. Print length
    96 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    3 - 7
  5. Dimensions
    8.25 x 0.56 x 10.35 inches
  6. Publisher
    Chronicle Books
  7. Publication date
    March 26, 2024
  8. ISBN-10
    1797219650
  9. ISBN-13
    978-1797219653
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From Grant Snider the creator of Incidental Comics
Poetry and comics combine in a whole new way
A poetry-filled graphic novel that is powerful in its simplicity.
Poetry Comics Nothing Every Happens on a Gray Day What Sound is Morning? What Color is Night?
Poetry Comics Nothing Happens on a Gray Day What Sound is Morning? What Color is Night?
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More books by Grant Snider Poetry and comics combine in a whole new way. Grant Snider explores the extraordinary within the ordinary in this ode to seemingly boring days and the wonders that emerge for anyone open to seeing them. This beautiful companion to What Color Is Night? helps children explore and celebrate their morning routines. A beautiful picture book that explores the wonders—and colors—of nighttime.

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“An excellent collection of poetry that connects children with not only the seasons but also their sense of self, too.” ― School Library Journal

“A delight to read aloud… fluid illustrations and equally viscous verse culminates in a poetry-filled graphic novel that is powerful in its simplicity.” ― Publishers Weekly, Starred Review

“This collection manages to surprise readers at each turn of the page.” ― BookPage



“Wryly introspective… Personal but personable, too, with glints of quiet humor.” ― Kirkus Review, Starred Review

About the Author

Grant Snider began drawing and writing before he knew what he was doing. Soon it was too late to stop. He is the author of Nothing Ever Happens on a Gray Day, One Boy Watching, What Sound Is Morning?, and What Color Is Night?, among other wonderful books. Snider lives with his wife and kids in Wichita, Kansas, where he also practices orthodontics. You can often find him carrying a sketchbook, lost in his own thoughts.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Chronicle Books; First Edition (March 26, 2024)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 96 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1797219650
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1797219653
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 - 12 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.18 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.25 x 0.56 x 10.35 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Grant Snider writes, draws, and lives in Wichita, Kansas. His first book, "The Shape of Ideas," is a personal exploration of the joys and frustrations of the creative process. His work has appeared in The New York Times Book Review, The New Yorker, The Kansas City Star, The Best American Comics 2013, and across the internet as the popular strip "Incidental Comics." Grant works as an orthodontist in his day job. You can often find him carrying a sketchbook, lost in his own thoughts.

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Just Me
5.0 out of 5 stars Relatable for both adults and kids!
Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2024
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I had to buy a copy for our friends after reading through ours. It was so nostalgic for me, and my kids and I loved discussing the illustrations and talking about times we've done similar things. There are pages I wanted to buy poster size prints of to hang up on our walls. Beautifully done as are all his books.
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Jennifer Terrell
5.0 out of 5 stars Simply wonderful
Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2024
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I am putting this book in the classroom library of my art studio. It would make a great gift for nearly anyone, especially teachers, wordsmiths, and artists.
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Erika Litvak
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring. Amazing.
Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2024
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Loved this book. What a treat
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June Price
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely way to help children learn how to deal with emotions
Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2024
I'm impressed! Not only a well done, fun read with cool comic style illustrations, but it offers up much to think about, It deals with universal human emotions and feelings such as anxiety, ambition, creativity, and the sheer joy (and fears) of living. The cover is very representative of what you'll find within. Look closely. That's the same tree split into four sections, in this case seasons. That is how the book is organized, season by season. According to info shared at the end, Jennifer Tolo Pierce was the designer, so kudos to her. There are even hints about writing poetry (and dealing with what we'll call writer's block).

The poems are deceptively simple but, as I read, I realized how much thought had gone into not just the words but the illustrations, which were done in pen and ink with coloring done by Photo Shop. They perfectly capture not just the universal joys and fears of youth but can be equally applicable to adults reading. I know a few gave me pause, recalling how emotions tended to leap and frolic, rising and falling, occasionally crashing. People everywhere, no matter where or what creed or color, experience the same. Being human is the focus here. Being human and having fun while out and about enjoying nature or stretching your imagination and creativity.

I wound up taking extensive notes, largely for my own benefit, but am opting not to share more than a few highlights here. One per section. In the spring section, the "Becoming" poem hit home, not only recalling the name of a recent Michelle Obama book but reminding us all that we're always evolving, always in the process of becoming. The summer submission that hit home for me was "Roller Coaster", a reminder that the road of life, cliche that it is, isn't always smooth and you will have both high and low moments, not to mention moments that feel like you're endlessly climbing or in a free fall, For fall, the "Autumn ABCs" won me over for it's sheer skill, using an almost sentence like list written in alphabetical order rather than individual items for the various letters. It worked well, too! And, ah, winter. Probably "Into the Woods" reminded me of the old saying about all who wander aren't lost. It notes that sometimes being lost simply means you need to figure out where you're going. Thanks to #NetGalley and #ChronicleBooks for sharing this wonderful book with me early. It's a great reminder of taking time to enjoy where we're at and the world about us and would be a great gift for any age. Teachers will definitely want to add this to their bookshelves.
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4strands
5.0 out of 5 stars Poetry + Graphic Novel = Success!
Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2024
Grant Snider has just made poetry infinitely more accessible for every 4th to 6th grader in my school. The 5th grade readers in my room always choose graphic novels first for their independent reading, but they love the short format of the few verse novel + graphic novel combinations available. I love being able to hand them graphic novels in genres besides realistic fiction, so to have Poetry Comics on hand will be a great addition to my classroom library.

In looking at the cover, one might think that Snider has only written poems about the 4 seasons, but really growth is the main theme. Many of these poems have self-concept as a focus, and several sweetly capture those tween years of still liking kid stuff (like recess!) but looking forward to more mature pursuits as well. I had so many favorites: Becoming, Balloon Story, Joy, Old Playground Slide, How to Write a Poem (especially #2 and #3), Autumn ABCs, I Can Be..., Alight, Confidence, Wish List, Comfort Zone, and Bookshelf. Just the titles of my favorites should tell you how well this book will resonate with upper elementary students.

Well done, Mr. Snider! I will eagerly await another volume of Poetry Comics in the future. Thank you to Net Galley for providing this review copy.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Masterpiece of Poetry and Art
Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2024
This is one of the best poetry books I have ever come across. Typically when I read poetry there are only the words and my mind has to fill in the gaps with its own pictures. However, this time the author is also the illustrator, helping to enhance the words and lift the quality of the book that much more. I can imagine this as a treasured resource for middle and high school writing classes. The carefully chosen words and phrases, along with the alluring artwork, make this a classic work, in short a masterpiece for young and old alike. Highly recommended.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Decent Read
Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2024
This was a decent read. This is a collection of poetry and comics meant for kids. I thought it was a cute read for kids. The comics were great.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful comics/ poetry
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2024
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I love this. Each page has a comic with panels that tell a poem/story and it's divided into four chapters, four seasons. I love the one that is to be like a tree, and the ones about worries, and anxiety, the imagination, the dreaming, and the about pretending to be a snail. But I also the Summer and the ones about having fun, enjoying nature, and letting the poetry come from the surroundings to welcome us. I loved all seasons and so many episodes are so relatable, not only to young readers. It's a great book to collect and gift.
Each page could make an awesome motivational and inspirational poster.
Thank you, publisher and Netgalley for this e-arc.
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Ms. N. de Vries
5.0 out of 5 stars Love
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 9, 2024
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I love this book, lovely drawings, brilliant text - makes me think of life
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Sanjucta Roy
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful pictures complementing profound relatable poetry
Reviewed in India on April 3, 2024
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The book was meaningful. It was wonderful to see how simple yet deep-cut poems can be born out of day-to-day objects. The author's perspective of life and emotions came out well & was relatable. As a part-time poet myself, this book has been an inspiration for me. I loved the artwork above anything because it helped me remember the poems, words and associate emotions with it. As someone with ADHD, I found the book easy to read understand and remember too. 5/5 for sure. Cannot wait for more releases in future.
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