Book details
Mother Goose Shape Book: Book Of Rhymes (Children's Die-Cut Shape Book)
Description
Laughing Elephant's Mother Goose book is the only collection of Mother Goose classics you'll ever need. With charming vintage pictures, easy-to-read bold type, and quality craftsmanship, this book is perfect for young readers. This version boasts classic, full-page illustrations by the classic illustrator Margaret Evans Price. The pictures date to 1917 and have been reproduced in the highest quality. The rhymes have been slightly modernized and reset in large type to suit beginner readers. Children of all ages will delight in listening to these timeless classics - or reading them all by themselves. With its attractive die-cut shape, the book fits right in childrens' hands. Rhymes include: Tom, Tom, the Piper's Son; Jack and Jill; Rock-a-Bye Baby; Little Miss Netticoat; Goosey Goosey Gander; Mary, Mary Quite Contrary; Little Bo-Peep; The Queen of Hearts; Baa, Baa, Black Sheep; Simple Simon; Pussy Cat, Pussy Cat; Humpty Dumpty; Little Boy Blue; Tommy Snooks and Bessie Brooks. Perfect for young readers, or for those who appreciate classic rhyme and illustration, Mother Goose is certain to be the cornerstone of any child's bookshelf.
Age
5-6
Text complexity
proficient
Length
16 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Engages Children's Imagination: The 'Mother Goose Shape Book: Book Of Rhymes' features classic nursery rhymes that spark imagination and creativity in young readers, allowing them to explore a world of whimsy and wonder through timeless stories.
- Promotes Language Development: Reading nursery rhymes helps children develop phonemic awareness and an ear for the rhythms of language, which are foundational skills for reading and language acquisition.
- Unique Presentation: The die-cut shape of the book provides a tactile and visually stimulating experience that can make reading more engaging for children, encouraging them to interact with the book in a hands-on manner.
- Cultural Literacy: Mother Goose rhymes are an integral part of English-speaking cultural heritage. Introducing children to these classic rhymes helps them connect with generations of storytelling and can enhance their cultural literacy.