{"product_id":"poems-to-learn-by-heart-9781423108054","title":"Poems to Learn by Heart","description":"\u003cb\u003eIn this diverse collection, #1 \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e best-selling author and editor Caroline Kennedy has chosen more than a hundred poems that speak to all of us: the young and young at heart, and poetry-lovers new and old. \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e There's a poem to celebrate every moment in life, whether it's hitting a home run, watching a sunset, or laughing with your best friend. A poem is a gift of the heart that can inspire, reassure, or challenge us. These lovingly selected poems explore deep emotions, as well as ordinary experiences. They cover the range of human experience and imagination. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Divided into sections about nature, family, friendship, sports, school, magic, and more, the book includes thoughtful introductions from Caroline reflecting on her own family's engagement with and enjoyment of poetry. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Illustrated with striking watercolor paintings by award-winning artist Jon J. Muth, this is truly a book for all ages and interests, and one that families will want to share for years to come.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCaroline Kennedy\u003c\/b\u003e is the author and editor of numerous \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling books on American history, politics and poetry. She is also an attorney and diplomat who served as the United States Ambassador to Japan from 2013 to 2017, and the only surviving child of President John F. Kennedy and First Lady Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy. A graduate of Harvard University and Columbia Law School, Kennedy is active in the efforts to improve New York City public schools and serves as President of the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eJon J. Muth \u003c\/b\u003eis a beloved, award-winning artist and illustrator of dozens of children's books. He was born and grew up in Cincinnati, Ohio but studied art and honed his craft in Japan, Germany, Austria, and England. All of Muth's work has received awards and critical acclaim. His picture book, \u003ci\u003eZen Shorts, \u003c\/i\u003ewas a Caldecott Honor, and his graphic novel, \u003ci\u003eThe Mystery Play\u003c\/i\u003e, won an Eisner award.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Little, Brown Books for Young Readers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50614234054930,"sku":"9781423108054","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_ae80694c-1ee3-4d33-bb67-6af46dc9c62e.jpg?v=1732434743","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/poems-to-learn-by-heart-9781423108054","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}