Limerick Comics

Hardcover

$16.99

$15.80

5 - 15

Reading age

Page count

153

Words per page

Mar 2, 2019

Publication date

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What's Limerick Comics About

Publisher Summary

Limerick Comics offers lighthearted original limericks on a wide range of history and science topics, each with an informational panel of surprising facts, presented in entertaining comics. Kids of all ages are invited to linger on each page to enjoy the humor, ponder inferences, and view the evocative details of each illustrated panel. This innovative blend of verse and fun facts is crafted to appeal to reluctant and advanced readers alike. Limerick Comics is a cross-curricular deep-dive sure to provide a springboard for discussion between kids and parents, or teachers and students.

What Kind of Book is Limerick Comics

Topics

science and nature

Genres

nonfiction poetry funny and humorous

Reviews

Kirkus

Critic

Full review

"In his debut book, Hoyman combines two forms that kids love—limericks and comic books—to offer one-page lessons on various subjects. Both amusing and instructive, with broad appeal and excellent illustrations."-Kirkus Reviews

Publisher's Weekly

Critic

Full review

"With the subject matter changing from page to page, the book excels at keeping readers’ attention while planting the seeds for an early appreciation of poetry, art, history, science, and civics."-Booklife by Publishers Weekly