“How Rhyming Books Changed the Way I Connect With Kids”

I don’t write rhyming books because it’s cute. I write them because I believe in the rhythm of childhood — and the power of a story that sings.

Rhyming stories slow the world down. They invite a child to listen, laugh, guess what’s next, and feel seen.

I write in rhyme because a child’s voice deserves music, because repetition builds confidence, and because sometimes the simplest words in the right rhythm can unlock big emotions.

Whether it's a scared little seed (Petal), a forgotten can with a future (Rusty), or a fuzzy spider learning the truth (The Web We Weave) — every rhyme I write is a hug in disguise.

This is why I do it.This is what keeps me turning the page.

— Mark Morgan