This delightful, touching volume is dedicated to mothers, grandmothers, and all who delight in the adventures of boyhood. Quotations, poems and a contemporary expansion of a beloved traditional poem will bring sentimental smiles and sighs. Heartwarming photos of mischievous, lovable little boys will warm the heart, touch the soul, and brighten any day.

What's the formula to create perfect little boys? You need snips, snails and puppy dog tails! But there's one secret ingredient that you're forgetting and it's the fountain of colors. Little boys need colors to stand out and show the world their personalities and styles. What do you think these little boys are trying to tell you? Color them to

Snips and snails and puppy dog tails& that s how the old nursery rhyme goes, but parents know that a baby boy is made of so much more. In this companion book to Sugar & Spice, illustrator Becky Kelly and writer Patrick Regan have once again teamed up to create a perfect gift for new parents" but this time it s all about the boys. Spirited and sprightly, the extraordinary illustrations and charming text capture all the boisterous joy that bouncing baby boys bring into the world.

When you open this book, you step into the wonderful world of little boys. This delightful and touching volume is dedicated to mothers, grandmothers, and all who delight in the adventures of boyhood. Quotes, poems, and a contemporary expansion of a beloved traditional poem will bring sentimental smiles and "ooh and aah" sighs. Heartwarming photographs of mischievous, lovable little boys will warm the heart, touch the soul, and brighten any day. "What are little boys made of?" Not only of "Snips and snails and puppy dog tails", but also of "Wagons and skates and lizards and snakes; Running and sliding and tangled colliding" and so much more! With each turning of the page, you will be drawn into the world of little boys through the magic of photography, poetry, and prose. Get ready to smile!

From respected academics like Carol Gilligan to pop-psych gurus like John Gray, and even the controversial Harvard President Lawrence Summers, the message has long been the same: Men and women are fundamentally different, and trying to bridge the gender gap can only lead to grief. But as the New York Times Book Review raved, Barnett and Rivers "debunk these theories in a no-nonsense way, offering a refreshingly direct (i.e. unashamedly judgmental) critique of traditional parental roles, tututting at the couples they interviewed who cling to stereotyped ideas of the family." "Blending case histories, new research and thoughtful analysis, the writers describe the divide between the sexes as a crevice, not a chasm. The good news: We're all a lot more flexible than the gender clich8Es let on."-Psychology Today

Celebrate all boys can be and more in this all-new take on the classic nursery rhyme for kids! What are little boys made of? Far more than snips, snails, and puppy dog tails! Inspire a generation of unique, wonderful boys with this special story based on the well-known rhyme that moves beyond stereotypes and reminds boys that they are remarkable and absolutely loved. This heartfelt picture book for children ages 3-7 offers sincere encouragement for every little boy to feel confident in who he is and what he loves to do, because he's creative, kind, bold, clever, and full of endless potential! Why readers love What Little Boys Are Made Of: Filled with unique rhymes, engaging affirmations, and sweet illustrations, perfect for bedtime read-alouds A heartfelt graduation gift, stuffer for holiday stockings or Easter baskets, birthday present, or way to say "I love you" at Valentine's Day or all year-round! Parents, grandparents, caregivers, and teachers will delight in this twist on the popular nursery rhyme Includes a bonus list of affirmations in the back to repeat to yourself every day What are little boys made of? What makes them who they are? Snips and snails and puppy dogs' tails? It's more than that by far! Little boys are dreamers with incredible ideas! Their imaginations are ever soaring, Heroes defending, lions roaring, From sea to space, always exploring. What will they think up next?