More On Rhyming Books

Young children like the sounds of rhythms and rhymes, from Mother Goose and other traditional rhymes to recently written rhymes. When the rhymes are coupled with engaging illustrations, children tend to delight in hearing (and seeing) them again and again. A nice side benefit is that rhymes, alliteration, and other word play are fantastic ways to start to prepare children to learn to read. (From About.com:Children’s Books)
1. Excellent for You

Subtitled Toddler Rhymes for Toddler Times, Stephanie Calmenson’s entertaining book celebrates all that toddlers can do, from playing on the playground to using the potty. Other topics include colors, manners, counting, the alphabet, animals, travel, families, and friends. The two dozen poems feature the bright and lively artwork of Melissa Sweet. (HarperCollins, 2001. ISBN: 0688177379)

2. Four in All

Both the poetry and the artwork in Four in All are unusual and affecting. Written by poet Nina Payne and illustrated by her son, Adam Payne, the text features just 56 common nouns set in verses that are surrounded by dramatic cut-paper collages. The tale of a young child’s adventure is told in such verses as “oats wheat corn rye / sun moon stars sky.” (Front Street, 2001. ISBN: 1886910162)

3. Playtime Rhymes for Small People
Clare Beaton’s book features her imaginative fabric and trim collages and 40 well-loved rhymes and finger plays. Many, like “I’m a Small Teapot,” will be familiar to you; others may be new to you. The finger play instructions that accompany each rhyme are particularly helpful and ensure that you and your child will get the maximum enjoyment from the book.(Barefoot Books, 2001. ISBN: 1841484253)

4. Tomie dePaola’s Mother Goose
This delightful book contains 200 rhymes, ranging from such familiar Mother Goose rhymes as “Ancient Mother Hubbard”, “Simple Simon,” and “Small Miss Muffet” to “Yankee Doodle” and other traditional rhymes. The folkart-style illustrations from the talented dePaola are full of excellent cheer and include a diverse group of children, adults, and farm animals. (Penguin Putnam, 1985. ISBN: 0399212582)

5. The House That Jack Built
The constant repetition in this traditional rhyme is particularly appealing to young children. Diana Mayo’s large and vivid illustrations cover the pages, bringing life to each verse. There are a lot of details in the pictures that children will have fun identifying. This rhyme is one that three- to five-year-olds will delight in learning to recite. (Barefoot Books, 2001. ISBN: 9781846860768)

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6. Peep Peep Finds a Friend
In this adventure our favorite duckling makes a new friend named Gua Gua . Gua Gua is also a young duckling, but doesn’t look anything like Peep Peep. In spite of their differences they become quick friends and experience an adventure all their own. Lunchpail Books are carefully crafted to encourage successful independent reading with a comforting message of like and acceptance.

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