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Knock on Wood: Poems about Superstitions

by Janet S. Wong

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ISBN13: 9780689855122
ISBN10: 0689855125
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Publisher Comments:

What superstitions do you follow?

In this collection of original poems, accomplished poet Janet S. Wong explores seventeen superstitions, some common, others that are less known, and delves into their origins as well as their lore. Rich, full-color illustrations by Julie Paschkis enhance each poem.

The result from this award-winning team is sure to intrigue young readers and make them think again about things they often do, like opening an umbrella, walking under a ladder, or putting on a hat!

Synopsis:

This collection of 17 original poems by accomplished poet Janet S. Wong explores superstitions--some common, others less known--and delves into their origins as well as their lore. Full color.

Table of Contents

Cat — Clover — Ears — Garlic — Hair — Hat — Horseshoe — Key — Ladder — Ladybug — Mirror — Potatoes — Rooster — Salt — Thirteen — Umbrellas — Wood.

Product Details

ISBN:
9780689855122
Subtitle:
Poems about Superstitions
Author:
Paschkis, Julie
Illustrator:
Paschkis, Julie
Author:
Paschkis, Julie
Publisher:
Margaret K. McElderry Books
Location:
New York
Subject:
Humorous
Subject:
American poetry
Subject:
Poetry - General
Subject:
Children's 9-12 - Poetry / Plays
Subject:
Poetry - Humorous
Subject:
Social Science - Customs, Traditions, Anthropology
Subject:
Children's poetry, American
Subject:
Superstition
Subject:
Social Studies - Customs, Traditions, Anthropology
Copyright:
Edition Description:
B221
Series Volume:
119
Publication Date:
September 2003
Binding:
Hardcover
Grade Level:
Children/juvenile
Language:
English
Illustrations:
, Y
Pages:
36
Dimensions:
1100x850
Age Level:
07-10
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