There Was a Crooked Man (Favorite Mother Goose Rhymes)
Favorite Mother Goose Rhymes Series
What’s inside...
This charming collection brings together a variety of classic Mother Goose nursery rhymes, including the titular 'There Was a Crooked Man,' all delightfully illustrated by Ronnie Rooney. The book is designed to engage young readers with its rhythmic verses and colorful pages, introducing them to a world of whimsy and imagination. It's perfect for bedtime reading and for helping children develop an appreciation for poetry and storytelling.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-6
Length
16 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think made the crooked man so crooked?
How do you think the crooked man felt living in a crooked little house?
Can you imagine a different ending for the crooked man's story? What would it be?
Why do you think the crooked man's story is important to tell?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use imaginative play to explore the crooked man’s world, encouraging your child to use toys to recreate scenes from the rhyme.
Ask your child how they would feel if they were in a similar crooked situation, fostering empathy and emotional understanding.
Encourage creative thinking by asking your child to draw or build their version of a crooked house or a crooked path.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Embracing Imperfection
Explanation: The crooked man with his crooked walk exemplifies that imperfections are part of life and can be embraced humorously.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to accept their own and others' unique traits, promoting self-esteem and tolerance.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Imagination
Explanation: The whimsical scenarios in the rhymes encourage children to think creatively and imagine a world where unusual things can happen.
Real-World Application: This stimulates creative thinking and problem-solving skills in real-world situations, whether in play or daily tasks.
Example Lesson: Linguistic Rhythm and Rhyme
Explanation: The rhythmic and rhyming nature of the text helps in verbal skills and sound recognition.
Real-World Application: This aids in the development of early literacy skills, helping children become more adept at language and reading.