Mother Goose Nursery Rhymes
A Studio book Series
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What’s inside...
A collection of 162 nursery rhymes illustrated by the well-known illustrator, Arthur Rackham.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
2-4
Length
153 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think the characters were feeling in this rhyme?
Which rhyme was your favorite and why?
How would you have ended the story in the rhyme differently?
What did you learn from this rhyme?
Can you think of a rhyme of your own that tells a story?
Tip: Role play these questions
While discussing, maintain eye contact and show genuine interest in your child's responses to build their confidence in expressing their thoughts.
Encourage creative thinking by asking your child to come up with an alternative ending or a new character for their favorite rhyme.
Validate their feelings and thoughts about each rhyme to foster a deeper emotional connection to the reading material.
Relate the themes or morals of the rhymes to real-life situations your child might encounter to enhance their understanding and application of the lessons learned.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The Importance of Rhythm and Rhyme
Explanation: Mother Goose Nursery Rhymes utilize rhythmic patterns and rhyming schemes that are sonically pleasing to the ear, aiding in phonetic awareness and memory.
Real-World Application: Children can develop an ear for the sounds of words, which is fundamental in learning to read and spell. These skills are easily transferable to everyday learning tasks in school.
Example Lesson: Building Social Skills
Explanation: The interactive nature of many nursery rhymes encourages participation and social interaction, fostering a sense of community.
Real-World Application: Nursery rhymes can be used during group activities at home or in classrooms to promote cooperative play and improve social interactions with peers.
Example Lesson: Understanding Consequences
Explanation: Several nursery rhymes discuss the consequences of characters’ actions, such as the story of 'Little Jack Horner' who learns about pride and humility.
Real-World Application: Children can relate these narratives to personal experiences, learning the importance of good behavior and the consequences of their actions in their daily lives.
Example Lesson: Promoting Cultural Awareness
Explanation: Mother Goose Nursery Rhymes are steeped in historical and cultural context, providing an opportunity for children to learn about different practices and traditions.
Real-World Application: This background knowledge can help children appreciate diversity and history, fostering a sense of cultural understanding from a young age.