Things I Don't Know About Animals

<p>Inspired by his granddaughters Emily and Julia Rod Martin created <em>Things I Don't Know About Animals</em> as a heartfelt tribute to the joy they've brought into his life. Though they're no longer little this book is a way for them to share their Bapa's creativity with friends while celebrating his love and encouragement of their many talents.</p><p>Rod's fascination with animals-mixed with a healthy respect for the ones that bite sting or chase-shines through these playful rhyming poems. From chance encounters with sharks in Pacific waters to escaping bulls on a hike to the sting of a centipede his stories reflect both humor and humility. He admits he's no expert but his curiosity and delight in the natural world make every page inviting.</p><p>Paired with the lively illustrations of Nadine Yokotake this collection is both fun and thoughtful offering children and families a lighthearted look at the mysteries of the animal kingdom.</p><p>For readers who enjoy Martin's whimsical style he also recommends exploring his other works for the young and young at heart including <em>The Tale of Natalie Nightingale</em> <em>Excuses Excuses</em> <em>Baby's Day</em> <em>Rhyme Time</em> <em>Painting Poetry for All Earth's Children</em> <em>Check This Out</em> and <em>The Vorpal Snit</em>. Poetry lovers can also dive into his collections <em>Faith Love and Hope</em> <em>Rod Martin's Poetic Madness</em> and <em>Poetic Reflections.</em></p><p>With warmth humor and lots of aloha Rod Martin invites you to enjoy the poetry the pictures and the wonder of animals-known and unknown.</p>