Charles Ghigna

Caterpillar’s Wish I made a little wish on the first star in the sky. I wished that I could turn into - a big blue butterfly! This tender collection of first poems invites young readers into the world of poetry. Featuring Eric Carle’s beloved artwork and twelve original poems by award-winning poet Charles Ghigna (Father Goose), this keepsake casebound board book is perfect for little ones and their families to read and enjoy together.

A soothing collection of bedtime poems about the moon from the beloved children’s author known as Father Goose The moon watches over us Like a Mother of the Night. She sees through the darkness With her soft and silvery light. —excerpt from the “Mother of the Night” bedtime poem Fourteen imaginative poems provide children with an engaging way to explore the wonders of the moon. With titles including “Magic Moon,” “Ice Cream Moon,” “Fruit of the Moon,” “Artist Moon,” and “Moon Cat,” the poems encourage toddlers and young children to think of the moon in new and creative ways: as an ice cream cone, a lollipop, a piece of fruit, a lost balloon, and more. Key Features: • The short, gentle poems are ideal for helping beginning readers develop a love of poetry. • Each poem is paired with illustrator Jacqueline East’s enchanting artwork, which features an adorable wolf cub who guides readers through the verses. • The poems present different ways to think about the moon, which—as the most accessible feature in the night sky—is an enduring source of curiosity for children. Perfect for bedtime reading, this charming journey of words and pictures will gently guide children toward their own sweet dreams.

The Title says it all: a collection of humorous verse covering myriad subjects, from family to finance; from religion to politics; from diet to exercise, and plenty more. Short and punchy, a great gift to lift a friend's spirits. But beware: The content is PUNishing

Southern Bred is a haunting, powerful collection of gothic poems that captivate and transport the reader into the heart and soul of the Deep South. Each poem offers a glimpse into its mystery and enchantment, drawing you in with a blend of beauty and darkness. In the style of a memoir in verse, it showcases Ghigna's southern soul and his tender, yet piercing language, and affirms his place as one of the finest poets of our time.

Colors shine all around you Mixing colors makes a new hue.

Introduce your child to the fascinating world of coin collecting with Kids Love Coins, a beautifully illustrated and whimsical 32-page picture book for children ages 3 and up. Written by acclaimed children's author Charles Ghigna (Father Goose(R)) and Andi Martin, and illustrated by Jacqueline East, this engaging book makes learning about coins fun and exciting.From pennies to half dollars and beyond, kids will explore fascinating facts about U.S. coins, including their parts, the figures featured on them, their composition, where they are minted, their value, and much more.With vibrant, full-color illustrations and simple explanations of coin-related terminology, this book is sure to spark curiosity and sets young collectors on their first numismatic adventure. It's the perfect way to get children excited about coins just in time for America's 250th anniversary in 2026 Whether your child is discovering coins for the first time or already has a budding collection, Kids Love Coins is a delightful introduction to the joy of numismatics Charles Ghigna - Father Goose(R) is a poet, children's author, nationally syndicated feature writer, and the author of more than 5000 poems and 250 books and anthologies for children and adults from the 1990 Pulitzer Prize nominee Returning to Earth to the popular children's books The Very Hungry Caterpillar's First Poems illustrated by Eric Carle and The Father Goose Treasury of Poetry: 101 Poems for Children.

A heartwarming picture book about Carlo, a young Italian immigrant in 1800s New York City, that celebrates books and family as it instills the values of heritage, perseverance, and the love of learning. Transcending borders and generations, Bound to Dream: An Immigrant Story follows Carlo as he leaves his home in Italy and travels far away to New York City to create a new life. Carlo finds a job as a bookbinder and learns the skills of the trade, cultivating a love of books, words, and stories that he passes to future generations. Featuring stunning, atmospheric illustrations depicting Carlo’s immigrant journey, this picture book is based on the experiences of the author's great-grandfather. The uplifting true story inspires children ages four to eight to learn about their family history and how it shapes and lives on in them today.

Emerging readers learn all about opposites with an adorable panda in this picture book from award-winning children’s author Charles Ghigna—Father Goose®—and illustrator Jacqueline East. Pandora the panda goes on a journey of imagination and curiosity when she discovers a magic box. What is this box? What should she do with it? Pick it UP? Put it DOWN? Join Pandora to explore the highs and lows, the ins and outs, and the many other opposites that are near, far, and everywhere you are! Basic words, short sentences, and lots of repetition make The Magic Box an ideal first reading book for emerging readers ages four to eight.

Packed with more than 200 vibrant photographs and fun facts about animals with unusual behaviors, strange appearances, and remarkable stats, this book is perfect for readers who love totally gross and amazing animals. Did you know that a star-nosed mole can tell when earthquakes are coming? Or that the rosy wolfsnail moves three times faster than other snails? Full of fun facts like these, Animal Planet: Strange, Unusual, Gross, & Cool Animals will introduce young animal lovers to some of the most interesting animals in the world Discover that no matter how strange, unusual, or gross these animals appear, each one plays a vital part in supporting its ecosystem. Packed with more than 200 beautiful photographs, this book is perfect for readers who love incredible animals.

Sailboats, seagulls, and picnics are just a few of the joys of summer.

From rain and puddles to flowers and bugs, the wonders of spring are all around us

A 2024 National Book Award "Great Reads from Great Places" selection Poetry is magic in this stunningly illustrated treasury of rhymes for young readers. Charles Ghigna, Father Goose®, has compiled 101 of his best, most-beloved children's poems to share with young readers as a first introduction to the joy of language and to the enchanted world of books. His lilting rhythms and rhymes, short, simple sentences, and clever repetition of key words and phrases will start children's eyes, minds, and hearts dancing along the rhythmical lines of poetry and into a lifelong love of lyrical language. These Father Goose's poems cover themes of Home, Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall, Animals, and Poetry, and include favorites such as: My Quiet Time November The Cold Gray Days of Winter Winter Calls Snowfall in the City The Wild Geese Summertime The Ant The City What's A Poem? Young readers will gain an understanding of the wonder and joy of poetry, as well as a positive look at the natural world around them. In the words of Charles Ghigna, “It is the joyous power of poetry that turns listeners into readers and readers into writers.”

The world is full of little hearts. Each one a sign of love.Some are found upon the ground.Some are up above.Join a group of animal friends as they explore and discover the many "little hearts" that are found in nature. This gentle introduction to the world of nature for young children, written in rhyming stanzas by Charles Ghigna, is based around a theme that is sure to be popular for Valentine's Day celebrations, but also at any time of the year. Accompanied by Jacqueline East's charming illustrations, this book is a perfect way to inspire curiosity and foster an early appreciation of our natural world.

An endearing message of patience and love mixed with a big dose of humor for young children. Author Charles Ghigna (Father Goose®) masterfully encourages young children to build reading comprehension skills and to gain confidence in this humorous look at a special bond between a girl and her beloved cat. This beginning reader, through simple language and short sentences, captures the laughter and joy of watching a sweet, patient child trying to teach her cat to do tricks. The lovable, stubborn, lazy pet cat, on the other hand, just wants to nap all day and refuses her attempts to play fetch, or to sit, shake, roll over, or do any other tricks that a dog would do. And just when the reader thinks the cat will finally get his nap, a clever twist of irony will have children laughing hysterically. The girl finally gives up and asks the cat to stay, and that’s when he finally gets up—and runs away! Subtle humor, sight words, and lots of repetition make this a unique and fun first independent reading book.

A sweet soothing reminder for young readers to see and feel all the love that surrounds them. Music, silence, mountains, summer...Love is everywhere! This reassuring picture book reminds children that the world is full of love, kindness, and beauty. All you have to do is stop and look around. From the sunrise to the sunset and the winter to the spring, love is everything. A universal language filled with joy and wonder that promotes a sense of togetherness and inclusion. Through the soothing repetition of the theme "I believe in the good of all things", author Charles Ghigna (a.k.a. "Father Goose") brings the world a message of hope and encouragement perfect for reminding kids to believe in themselves.