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After the Bell Rings

Poems About After-School Time

Author Carol Diggory Shields
Illustrated by Paul Meisel
Ebook
Penguin Young Readers | Dial Books
On sale Feb 24, 2015 | 32 Pages | 9780698401785
Grades 1-4
Reading Level: Lexile NP
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Fresh, funny, and full of verve and variety, this clever book of 22 illustrated poems about school captures what kids love to do when class lets out. 

“Finally….
     Finally….
        Finally….
     BRINNNNNG!
That wonderful bell begins to ring. “

Everyone knows that the best part of the school day is the moment it ends! After school, kids can hang out with their friends, play video games, attend music lessons, avoid chores, practice sports, do homework...well, maybe that last part isn't so great, but the rest is a blast!
Carol Diggory Shields is the author of popular collections of poetry for young readers, including Lunch Money and Almost Late to School. A former children's librarian and storyteller, she lives in Salinas, California. View titles by Carol Diggory Shields
Paul Meisel has illustrated more than 70 books, three of which he's also written. His titles include See Me Run (2012 ALSC Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor), See Me Dig, and Zara’s Hats.  View titles by Paul Meisel
"Smart and sassy poems and accessible illustrations combine for an engaging, humorous package." --Kirkus Reviews

"The eye-catching artwork done in acrylic, gouache, and colored pencil is sure to appeal to many readers along with the humor, rhyme, and universal topics." --SLJ

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Fresh, funny, and full of verve and variety, this clever book of 22 illustrated poems about school captures what kids love to do when class lets out. 

“Finally….
     Finally….
        Finally….
     BRINNNNNG!
That wonderful bell begins to ring. “

Everyone knows that the best part of the school day is the moment it ends! After school, kids can hang out with their friends, play video games, attend music lessons, avoid chores, practice sports, do homework...well, maybe that last part isn't so great, but the rest is a blast!

Author

Carol Diggory Shields is the author of popular collections of poetry for young readers, including Lunch Money and Almost Late to School. A former children's librarian and storyteller, she lives in Salinas, California. View titles by Carol Diggory Shields
Paul Meisel has illustrated more than 70 books, three of which he's also written. His titles include See Me Run (2012 ALSC Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor), See Me Dig, and Zara’s Hats.  View titles by Paul Meisel

Praise

"Smart and sassy poems and accessible illustrations combine for an engaging, humorous package." --Kirkus Reviews

"The eye-catching artwork done in acrylic, gouache, and colored pencil is sure to appeal to many readers along with the humor, rhyme, and universal topics." --SLJ

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