Barefoot Days - Poems of Childhood (Hardcover, illustrated edition)

Over 100 of the best-loved poems of childhood pack this over-sized, exquisitely illustrated book of poetry. Chapters emphasize themes relating to a child's world and include "The World Around Us, " "Reading, Dreams, and Imagination, " and "Home and Manners." This wonderful book is sure to enchant anyone who opens the cover.

Poems, selected by elementary school teacher Julie Shively, combine the classic with the contemporary and the tender with the touching; each is chosen to please and enthrall the child. The exquisite paintings of children in all phases of daily life by artist Russ Flint (who has illustrated over 30 children's books) provide an inspiring and delightful visual presentation.