A Apple Pie and Traditional Nursery Rhymes (Everyman's Library Children's Classics Series)
Everyman'S Library Children'S Classics Series
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What’s inside...
This charming volume brings back into print some of the finest illustrated children's books from the Arts and Crafts Movement: Kate Greenaway's much-loved alphabet book, A Apple Pie, along with a selection of her illustrated nursery rhymes. Greenaway's drawings conjure up a never-never land of rural simplicity and innocence—an escape from the squalor of Victorian cities—that is as delightful now as it was when these gems of children's literature first appeared in the 1880s.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-7
Length
96 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What is your favorite part of the apple pie process in the story, and why do you like it?
Which nursery rhyme did you enjoy the most, and what do you think it means?
How do the characters in the nursery rhymes feel, and what makes you think that?
If you could create your own nursery rhyme, what would it be about?
How do you think sharing the apple pie made the characters feel in the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
While reading, emphasize the rhyme and rhythm of the nursery rhymes to make it more fun and engaging.
Ask your child to guess what might happen next in the story or in the rhyme to boost their predictive skills.
Relate the themes or actions in the nursery rhymes to your child’s experiences, such as sharing or helping, to make it more relatable.
Encourage your child to illustrate their favorite rhyme, nurturing their creativity and providing a visual understanding of the story.
Discuss the moral or lesson behind each rhyme to instill values and provoke critical thinking.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Alphabet Knowledge
Explanation: The book uses the theme of making and sharing a pie to introduce the alphabet in a sequential manner, with each letter corresponding to a different action or character.
Real-World Application: Children can begin to recognize and memorize the letters of the alphabet, which is a foundational skill for reading and writing.
Example Lesson: Sharing and Generosity
Explanation: 'A Apple Pie' portrays characters partaking and sharing a pie, emphasizing the joy and community found in sharing with others.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of sharing with siblings and peers, fostering a sense of generosity and cooperation in everyday interactions.
Example Lesson: Sequential Thinking
Explanation: The narrative of the book follows a clear, logical order as the pie is made and enjoyed, teaching children to understand sequences.
Real-World Application: This skill helps children in planning and performing tasks in a step-wise manner, such as completing homework or following instructions in games and activities.
Example Lesson: Cultural Awareness
Explanation: Including traditional nursery rhymes introduces children to cultural heritage and folklore, presenting a diverse range of characters and scenarios.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate and respect cultural diversity, aiding their social interactions and understanding of the world.