My First Book of Haiku Poems

✦ Chosen for 2020 NCTE Notable Poetry Books and Verse Novels List
✦ Winner of 2020 Northern Lights Book Award for Poetry
✦ Winner of 2019 Skipping Stones Honor Awards

Escape into a dreamy world of watercolors and nature-inspired haiku

Introduce your little ones to the magical world of haiku poetry with "My First Book of Haiku Poems." Perfect for bedtime reading or cozy afternoons, these timeless poems by Issa, Shiki, Basho, and more are paired with captivating illustrations by Tracy Gallup.

With 20 classic haikus in both Japanese and English, this bilingual book offers a complete cultural experience. Each page invites children to explore the beauty of nature and emotions through simple yet profound verses.

Parents and teachers will appreciate the insightful commentaries, providing opportunities for meaningful conversations with young readers. Whether it's discussing the changing seasons or the wonders of the natural world, this book sparks curiosity and creativity in children of all ages.

About the Author:
Esperanza Ramirez-Christensen is a professor at the University of Michigan and an award-winning teacher and scholar of classical Japanese literature. She has written extensively on the subjects of Japanese poets and poetry and Buddhist philosophy.

Tracy Gallup is an author, illustrator and lifelong artist. She has a BFA from Eastern Michigan University and an MFA in painting from Syracuse University. Tracy worked as an elementary school art teacher for many years, and celebrates imagination and childhood in her own artwork. She is the author and illustrator of 9 children's books, including four books in A Crazy Little series, King Cat, and also illustrated the book Beastly Banquet. She lives in Ann Arbor, Michigan with her husband. As a child, Tracy had and loved her very own collection of Tuttle books.