Within the pages you will meet blue bees, whispering trees and a thunderous beast among other captivating characters in this funny and quirky collection of poems. Young readers will discover how pants can stand by themselves and how elephants can hear - and not just with their ears! Be prepared to be captivated by jumping peas, big toes and fingers like glue. When you open a book, You open a door, Which opens your mind, To expanding it more. Inspiring poems speak to being mindful and living in the present moment. Positive undertones encourage children to use their gifts. Specific poems introduce young readers to the basics of critical thinking skills. Uncommon facts about the environment and the flora and fauna within are woven in to cultivate a spirit of curiosity. The poems are current and reflect circumstances that are easily relatable to the world today. Providing many Aha moments of awareness and understanding, it is a well-balanced book that delivers just enough hidden lessons with the joys of simple humor. This hardback book is for youthful minds, regardless of age, and contains thirty-six poems with various colorful doodlestrations. Doodlestrations are what Susan A. Turfle calls her whimsical book artwork, which reflects a blending of doodles and illustrations. A great gift for any occasion, especially appropriate for a baby shower, birthday, baptism, christening, graduation or special holiday. Perfect for ages 4-11. Educators and homeschooling families will find it especially useful as an early learning tool. Makes for perfect bedtime reading and memorable moments with children. Kids Poetry, Humorous, Inspirational, Quirky, Spiritual, Gratitude, Self-Esteem, Self-Respect, Curiosity, Critical Thinking Skills, Inner Child, Vibrations, Mindfulness, Imagination, Balance, Managing Emotions, Making Good Choices, Living in the Present, Wonder, Educational, Nature, Growth, Current, Relatable, Living in Love and Light are a few key words and phrases that best describe Keep Feeding Your Spark: A Collection of Children's Poems to Nurture Critical Thinking, Curiosity, Gratitude and Humor. For more information visit: MakingRipplesPublishing.com SusanATurfle.com