The Endless String: Poems for Children (and the people who read to them) [Paperback]

Tom Hannah (Author), Tess Hannah (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 23, 2007

Have you ever struggled with wild wooly hair,

or run into a bear that was awfully bare,

or battled with bugs that go "bite" in the night,

or been too inspired by your appetite?



Have you ever pulled on the endless string,

or met up with clothes that really cling,

or blown a bubble you couldn't escape,

or found a circle that was the wrong shape?



If not, then join us, come along for the ride,

where problems and humor so often collide.

We might make you smile, we may make you laugh,

or maybe you'd help us find half a giraffe...

Product Details

• Paperback: 60 pages
• Publisher: Outskirts Press (November 23, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1432716107
• ISBN-13: 978-1432716103
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 7.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,801,529 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Tom and Tess Hannah wrote this book after raising their 4 children, who were the inspiration for many of the poems. Shel Silverstein, a favorite author and illustrator in the Hannah household for many years, also gave them inspiration. Tom was the "outside the box" inventor of many of the poems. Tess, a language arts teacher for over 20 years, added her own rhymes, and all of the illustrations. The book deals with many of life's biggest problems, such as finding two socks that match, or discovering a way to make a huge pile of peas disappear without Mom noticing. This is a book that will entertain you and sometimes surprise you with a humorous childlike look at life. This poetry is for children, but also for adults who still remember what it was like to be young.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Something for everyone, December 20, 2007

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J. Pelzel (Ohio) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Endless String: Poems for Children (and the people who read to them) (Paperback)

As a first grade teacher, I am always looking for literature to foster a love of reading in my students. I read a few of the poems to my class, and they begged me to keep going! The clever illustrations are perfectly matched to the "down-to-earth" ideas in each poem. Children and adults of all ages will absolutely adore this book!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Endless String, January 16, 2008

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The C's - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Endless String: Poems for Children (and the people who read to them) (Paperback)

The Endless String is a continuous enjoyment of entertaining and humorous poetry. Readers of all ages can enjoy these creative poems that reflect childhood pasttimes and funny events that can pertain to everyone. I have read these with my children and to myself on a treadmill. The giggles that come out of my children while listening to me read the poems is an endless smile to me. I read a lot to my children, who are all ages, but also was brought up with entertaining poetry. So with this in mind, I myself am also a number one fan of The Endless String. Poetry can be just as fun and exciting as reading a good book with your children. So if you are caught up in the rat race of today's craziness, enjoy this book, and I hope you too enjoy a good laugh with your kids.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is adorable!, December 18, 2007

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Sunshine (Elwood, IN) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Endless String: Poems for Children (and the people who read to them) (Paperback)

The Endless String is an adorable book with cute illustrations.

Anyone who reads this book will love it.

Parents you will absolutely enjoy reading this book to your children, over and over again!

Brings back memories and creates wonderful knew ones.

Thanks Tom & Tess.

Lisa H.