The Children's Own Longfellow

This volume gathers eight of Henry Longfellow’s most cherished poems, each chosen for their enduring appeal to young listeners. The verses are paired with full‑color illustrations by some of today’s leading American artists, turning each story into a vivid visual experience. Together they create a gentle introduction to classic poetry that feels both timeless and accessible.

Readers will sail with a daring skipper and his little daughter through a fierce winter storm, feel the steady hammer of the village blacksmith, and follow the melancholy steps of a wandering heroine longing for home. Other pieces celebrate quiet moments—Hiawatha’s serene fishing, the careful construction of a ship, and a child’s imaginative castle of wooden blocks—while heroic episodes like Paul Revere’s midnight ride add a dash of adventure. The collection invites children to explore rhythm, rhyme, and moral wonder in a language that sings.