Hard-Boiled Bugs for Breakfast: And Other Tasty Poems

Hard-Boiled Bugs for Breakfast is a collection of original poems by Jack Prelutsky, featuring lively and hilarious black-and-white art by Ruth Chans. The book is full of wit, humor, and imagination, making it a favorite among children and a household name in the poetry world.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 30 March 2023
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

"Hard-Boiled Bugs for Breakfast" is a book that is sure to make readers laugh, imagine, write, and dream. It has received rave reviews from Kirkus Reviews, Publishers Weekly, and School Library Journal, with one reviewer calling it a "quick-witted delight" and another praising it as "perfectly in pitch."

The book is a collection of more than one hundred original poems written by Jack Prelutsky, the celebrated inaugural Young Peoples Poet Laureate and bestselling poet. The poems cover a wide range of topics, from a lizard playing a mandolin (although not very well) to the surprised guest of honor (at a birthday party he threw for himself).

Illustrator Ruth Chan's lively and hilarious black-and-white art jumps off the page and illuminates a wide array of poetic forms, from haiku to concrete poems and everything in between. Chan's art adds an extra layer of enjoyment to the book, making it even more fun to read.

This collection is full of the wit, humor, and imagination that has made Jack Prelutsky a household name and one of the most beloved poets for children. His poetry books for kids include such favorites as "A Pizza the Size of the Sun" and "The New Kid on the Block."

In addition to the original poetry, the book also includes black-and-white line art on every page, as well as an index. This makes it an excellent resource for teachers and students alike, as it provides a visual representation of the poems and makes it easier to find specific poems.

Overall, "Hard-Boiled Bugs for Breakfast" is a must-have collection for anyone who loves poetry, children, or just a good laugh. It is a book that will inspire and entertain readers of all ages, and is sure to become a favorite for years to come.

Weight: 170g
Dimension: 151 x 197 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780063019140