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I Like Stars is a brief, lyrical poem by Margaret Wise Brown that captures the wonder of the night sky. The verses plainly list and praise blue stars, far stars, and shooting stars, inviting children to share in the simple pleasure of stargazing. The piece first appeared in The Friendly Book in 1954 and showcases Brown’s characteristic rhythmic style and her affinity for observing the world with a child’s curiosity.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: Poetry/Contemporary Poetry
Authors: Margaret Wise Brown
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