A timely and uplifting picture book poem about the power of people and the importance of connecting with others. By legendary poet and performer Benjamin Zephaniah, beautifully illustrated by Nila Aye.
A timely and uplifting picture book poem about the power of people and the importance of connecting with others. By legendary poet and performer Benjamin Zephaniah, beautifully illustrated by Nila Aye.
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To walk toTo talk toTo cry and rely on,People will always need people . . .From the creators of Nature Trail comes an uplifting picture book about the power of people, and the importance of connecting with others. This timely poem reminds us all to be kind to one another.Written by legendary poet, Benjamin Zephaniah, one of The Times' top 50 British post-war writers. Beautifully illustrated by Nila Aye.Praise for Nature Trail:A joy to read with small children - IndependentIt is impossible to read this book and not smile. A joyous book to share, with charming details to spot on every spread BookTrust
Zephaniah's beautiful poetry [...] is complemented by Aye's diverse illustrations and, together, they offer many talking points for you and your child. Belfast Telegraph
Benjamin Zephaniah (Author)
Benjamin Zephaniah was a performer, musician, actor, and one of the UK's best-known poets. Born in Handsworth, Birmingham, Benjamin began writing and performing at the age of 11, and had his first collection of poetry published when he was 22. He wrote more than 30 books for adults and children and is known all over the world for his powerful writing and performances.Benjamin was a founding member of Artists Against Apartheid, and in 1996 he hosted the President's Two Nations Concerts at the Royal Albert Hall in London, at the request of Nelson Mandela. On August 29th 2007 he was the Master of Ceremonies at the unveiling of the statue of Nelson Mandela, again at his request, in Parliament Square. Benjamin was also a musician and was the first person to record with the Wailers after the death of Bob Marley.As well as writing poetry, novels, screenplays and stage plays, Benjamin also wrote and presented documentaries for television and radio. His poetry show Life & Rhymes won a BAFTA for 'best entertainment programme' in 2021. He was awarded 13 honorary doctorates in recognition of his work and a wing at The Ealing Hospital in West London has been named after him.Nila Aye (Illustrator) Nila Aye was born in Rangoon, Myanmar, arriving in the UK at the age of three and spent most of her childhood dreaming and drawing pictures. Nila studied graphic design at Central St Martins in London, graduating in 1995.Nila is an award winning illustrator, collaborating on many well-loved children's books including Nature Trail, People Need People, Story Soup and the Little Bugs Big Feelings series. Her love of visual storytelling and collaboration with authors continues to energise Nila in her mission to bring beautifully illustrated books to a new generation of young readers around the world.To walk to To talk to To cry and rely on, People will always need people . . . From the creators of Nature Trail comes an uplifting picture book about the power of people, and the importance of connecting with others. This timely poem reminds us all to be kind to one another.Written by legendary poet, Benjamin Zephaniah, one of The Times' top 50 British post-war writers. Beautifully illustrated by Nila Aye.Praise for Nature Trail: A joy to read with small children - Independent
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