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Beautifully written prose and artfully illustrated book. This would be a great gift for a teacher. I was first introduced to Sarah Kay through her spoken word videos, and I look forward to reading more of her poems.

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All Our Wild Wonder is yet another poem by Sarah Kay that I won't get tired of rereading or relistening to, no matter how many times I do.

Not many poems can become a book all on its own, but Kay has a gift for doing so. Like B and The Type, All Our Wild Wonder is a piece that combines Kay's style of storytelling with life lessons and positive outlook on the world. This poem explores the life-long influence that one person can have on an entire school full of children, just by caring around them more than others may have.

Much can be said about Kay's writing. But I find that it speaks for itself even better than if I tried to put more words to this review. I suggest not skipping over this poem and this poet.

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I thoroughly enjoyed this beautiful tribute to educators and mentors everywhere. It shows what a big difference we can make in the lives of others, and how that effect keeps rippling onward through the years.

I have several favorite parts in the book. here are but two:

"She made us wonder. She made us question. She made us proud of what we had learned."

"She let us fly."

With whimsical illustrations accompanying the poem, this would make an excellent gift for anyone who has made a difference in your life.

Many thanks to NetGalley, the author, and Hachette Books Publishing for allowing me to read and review an e-ARC of this little treasure!

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I won’t adopt for class because I teach high school, but it’s a very lovely book for little kids or for introducing poetry to older children. I’ve recently been introduced to Kay and I look forward to reading more.

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Beautiful, heartfelt poem that is great for any age!
I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC copy of this book from NetGalley. My thoughts and opinions are my own!

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Oh, this was just so beautiful! It took me back to my childhood, and reminded me why I love to learn. #NetGalley

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I've seen video of Sarah Kay performing this poem, and she is certainly a great storyteller. In All Our Wild Wonder illustrations are added to this poem to make a nostalgic and whimsical little book. Great for all ages.

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I enjoyed this illustrated poem. It is a great tribute to the impact our educators have on our lives and futures.

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Without a doubt one of the most beautifully, engaging, and moving illustrated poems I have ever read.

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