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Where the Sidewalk Ends: Poems and Drawings Hardcover – February 18, 2014

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Shel Silverstein, the New York Times bestselling author of The Giving Tree, A Light in the Attic, Falling Up, and Every Thing On It, has created a poetry collection that is outrageously funny and deeply profound. Come in . . . for where the sidewalk ends, Shel Silverstein's world begins.

You'll meet a boy who turns into a TV set, and a girl who eats a whale. The Unicorn and the Bloath live there, and so does Sarah Cynthia Sylvia Stout who will not take the garbage out. It is a place where you wash your shadow and plant diamond gardens, a place where shoes fly, sisters are auctioned off, and crocodiles go to the dentist.

Shel Silverstein's masterful collection of poems and drawings stretches the bounds of imagination and will be cherished by readers of all ages. This is a collection that belongs on everyone's bookshelf. Makes a great gift for special occasions such as holidays, birthdays, and graduation.

And don't miss Runny Babbit Returns, the new book by Shel Silverstein!

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	Where the Sidewalk Ends	A Light in the Attic	The Giving Tree	Falling Up	Every Thing On It	Where the Sidewalk Ends Special Edition with 12 Extra Poems

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	The classic poetry collection that is both outrageously funny and profound.	Filled with remarkable characters and hilariously profound poems.	A poignant picture book about love and acceptance, perfect for both young readers and lifelong fans.	A wondrous book of poems and drawings that will charm young readers.	More poems packed with outrageous humor, poetic genius, and signature illustrations.	This book features 12 new poems.

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	The beloved classic with 12 new poems.	A fable that gently probes the nature of quest and fulfillment.	A fable that gently probes the nature of quest and fulfillment.	A hilarious book of spoonerisms – words or phrases with letters or syllables swapped.	Filled with spoonerism poems that are both playful and poignant.	A hilarious and loving look at the joys of having a rhinoceros as a pet.

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Shel Silverstein shook the staid world of children's poetry in 1974 with the publication of this collection, and things haven't been the same since. More than four and a half million copies of Where the Sidewalk Ends have been sold, making it the bestselling children's poetry book ever. With this and his other poetry collections (A Light in the Attic and Falling Up), Silverstein reveals his genius for reaching kids with silly words and simple pen-and-ink drawings. What child can resist a poem called "Dancing Pants" or "The Dirtiest Man in the World"? Each of the 130 poems is funny in a different way, or touching ... or both. Some approach naughtiness or are a bit disgusting to squeamish grown-ups, but that's exactly what kids like best about Silverstein's work. Jim Trelease, author of The New Read-Aloud Handbook, calls this book "without question, the best-loved collection of poetry for children." (Ages 4 to 10)

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“An ideal book for teachers to have handy. If you want to ungloom your day, start Where the Sidewalk Ends.” — Reading Teacher.

“A zesty collection of humorous light verse.” — SLJ.

“These rhymes are perfect bite-sized nuggets of jest.” — Brightly

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ HarperCollins
Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 18, 2014
Edition ‏ : ‎ First Edition
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 176 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0060256672
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0060256678
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.45 pounds
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4+ years, from customers
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.13 x 7 x 0.94 inches
Grade level ‏ : ‎ 1 - 3
Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ NP

Best Sellers Rank: #1,586 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #1 in Children's Humorous Poetry
- #2 in Poetry Anthologies (Books)
- #48 in Children's Classics

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"And now, children, your Uncle Shelby is going to tell you a story about a very strange lion- in fact, the strangest lion I have ever met." So begins Shel Silverstein's very first children's book, Lafcadio, the Lion Who Shot Back. It's funny and sad and has made readers laugh and think since it was published in 1963. It was followed the next year by three more books. The first of them, The Giving Tree, is a moving story about the love of a tree for a boy. Shel returned to humor the same year with A Giraffe and a Half, delighting readers with a most riotous ending. The third book in 1964 was Uncle Shelby's Zoo Don't Bump the Glump! and Other Fantasies, Shel's first poetry collection, and his first and only book illustrated in full color. It combined his unique imagination and bold brand of humor in this collection of silly and scary creatures. Shel's second collection of poems and drawings, Where the Sidewalk Ends, was published in 1974. His recording of the poems won him a Grammy for best Children's Album. In this collection, Shel invited children to dream and dare to imagine the impossible, from a hippopotamus sandwich to the longest nose in the world. With his next collection of poems and drawings, A Light in the Attic, published in 1981, Shel asked his readers to turn the light on in their attics, to put something silly in the world, and not to be discouraged by the Whatifs. Instead he urged readers to catch the moon or invite a dinosaur to dinner- to have fun! A Light in the Attic was the first children's book to break onto the New York Times Bestseller List, where it stayed for a record-breaking 182 weeks. The last book that was published before his death in 1999 was Falling Up (1996). Like his other books, it is filled with unforgettable characters. Shel Silverstein's legacy continued with the release of a new work,Runny Babbit, the first posthumous publication conceived and completed before his death and released in March 2005. Witty and wondrous, Runny Babbit is a poetry collection of simple spoonerismsH, which twist the tongue and tease the mind. Don't Bump the Glump! And Other Fantasies was recently reissued in 2008 after being unavailable for over 30 years. Shel was always a believer in letting his work do the talking for him--few authors have ever done it better.

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Customers love this poetry book for its thought-provoking and unique stories, with one noting how it teaches about rhythm and rhyme. The illustrations are delightful, particularly the funny ones, and customers find it a timeless classic that brings back memories. They appreciate its value as a gift for children, and one customer mentions it's great for both new and experienced readers.

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Customers love this poetry book, describing it as a masterful collection of fun and thought-provoking pieces that children enjoy reading.

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Customers find this book entertaining from start to finish and perfect for reading with kids, making it an outstanding classic that's wonderful for both children and adults, particularly as a way to introduce them to poetry.

"...They’re goofy and fun, we talk about what rhymes, what happened, what’s going on in the illustrations and I explain jokes and meanings she doesn’t..." Read more

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Customers find this book makes a great gift, particularly for baby showers, with one customer noting that both children and adults will cherish it equally.

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Customers find the book to be a worthwhile purchase, describing it as a classic work by Shel Silverstein.

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Customers love the illustrations in the book, describing them as delightful and funny, with one customer noting how Shel Silverstein creates clear imagery using rhyme.

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"Beautiful, just as I remember it from childhood. These stories bright back so many memories and now I get to share them with my daughter...." Read more

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Customers appreciate the book's reading ability, with multiple reviews noting its wisdom and intelligent content. One customer mentions it teaches about rhythm and rhyme, while another notes it's suitable for both new and experienced readers.

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Where the Sidewalk Ends: A Whimsical Walk Through Silverstein's Mind
Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2024
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"Where the Sidewalk Ends" by Shel Silverstein is more than a book; it's a whimsical wander through the corridors of imagination, where every turn is a delightful surprise. This collection isn't just read; it's experienced, inviting readers of all ages to take a stroll in a world where the absurd and profound dance hand in hand.

From the very first poem, Silverstein's unique voice captivates. His words are a playful mix of the nonsensical and insightful, weaving a tapestry that tickles the funny bone and tugs at the heartstrings. It's like being at a party where the guests include a mischievous sense of humor and a deep-seated wisdom.

The illustrations are integral to the charm of this collection. Each drawing, with its deceptively simple lines, captures the essence of the poems, bringing them to life in a way that is as unexpected as it is endearing. The pages become a gallery of moments, each a window into a whimsical yet strangely familiar world.

The themes of the poems are a testament to Silverstein's genius. He tackles everything from childhood fantasies to poignant reflections on life, all with a lightness of touch that makes even the most profound thoughts feel like featherweight musings.

TL;DR: "Where the Sidewalk Ends" is a masterpiece of children's literature that adults will cherish equally. It's a book that reminds us of the joy of imagination, the beauty of words, and the endless possibilities that lie where the sidewalk ends and the imagination begins.

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lovely book
Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2024
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You cannot go wrong with any Shel Silverstein book! I bought this for my 12-year-old nieces! Such a light hearted, funny, and intelligent book. Perfect for the age group and introduces children to the art and love of literature.

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Amazing book from my childhood
Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2025
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Since my 10 year old loves to read I decided to grab this treasure from when I was younger. She absolutely fell in love with all of the poems! She now is at the point where she already has several memorized. If you are into quirky and funny poems suitable for all ages I would absolutely give this a try!

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great book
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2025
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For kids and adults. Read this as a child but recently found this in kindle unlimited and couldn't resist. Still as good as I remember.

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A Classic! Must read

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Bestest book ever

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best poem book ever !
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i will forever swear that this is by far the best childhood poem book. i’ve purchased & read MANY times as an adult.

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My kids loved this growing up and I bought this for my grandson, and he loved it.

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Perfect!
Reviewed in Canada on May 5, 2025
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Can't go wrong with Shel Silverstein! I lived in this book when I was younger, had to add to my shelf so I can read and re-read to my hearts content! I look forward to sharing these poems with my grandchildren!

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Shel Silverstein, literatur inglesa ilustraciión niños y adulltos
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Un libro muy bien editado y responde a lo esperado. Un libro para amantes de la literatura infantil u otros, pero se me ha enviado con la sobrecubierta del libro manchada

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Es un libro lleno de relatividad en todas las formas posibles. Recomendado para todas las edades. Un excelente regalo para niños curiosos y adultos amantes de la poesía ligera.

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Très beau livre...et très drôle !
Reviewed in France on January 8, 2019
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J'ai acheté ce livre pour y trouver des poèmes à faire apprendre à mes élèves de collège. La couverture est cartonnée, le livre est illustré avec des dessins très drôles qui facilitent la compréhension pour les élèves. Excellent auteur jeunesse !

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