Published July 2026
Candlewick Press
ISBN 9781536242072
PLIERS
Channel lock or needle-nose,
pliers are good grippers.
Some even come with tiny blades
for cutting wires—they’re nippers!
From hammers to hand drills to screwdrivers to saws, these fresh, invitingly illustrated poems, each highlighting a different hand tool in the shed, will engage aspiring carpenters and curious kids.
Tools are like an extra set of hands. Tools can make building, creating, and fixing things go smoothly. The right tool for a tricky job can even keep you safe. So put on your safety goggles and watch a parade of hand tools tackle some very special jobs! Smart rhymes by Hope Vestergaard and friendly pictures by David Slonim give young makers a close-up look at common tools and their amazing uses—perfectly suited for both little readers new to the subject and those whose family excursions to the local hardware store are a regular treat.
Reviews
This lively overview is straightforward and engaging and will encourage young readers to dream of what they can create.
—School Library Journal
Slonim’s careful illustrations provide a precise, close look at each tool. The kids’ intently focused expressions suggest the seriousness of their efforts, while the tools’ personalization and the two animals (a bird as well as the dog) add a note of whimsy. . . A cute and informative small-scale construction how-to.
—Kirkus Reviews
Both educational and charming, this is a delightful introduction to basic tools and responsibility. A fun addition to any children’s library.
—Booklist