Books like Roses are pink, your feet really stink by Diane De Groat
In this lighthearted children's tale, Gilbert arrives at school on Valentine’s Day carrying a tin of homemade cookies and his collection of ‘nice or nasty’ poems. The fun-filled scene sparks both laughter and unexpected surprises as his classmates react. Through the gentle humor of the poems and the simple act of sharing sweets, Gilbert discovers the true value of friendship, kindness, and treating others with respect.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Diane De Groat
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