I would use this book with 3rd grade and up class visits. I would read some passages and book talk it. It was fun.
A collection of schoolyard rhymes and chants of the generations illustrated by Maurice Sendak. The anniversary edition is poignantly timed with Sendak's recent passing, providing a reason to add this book to a personal collection. I could also see this book as an inspiration in the classroom under ...
from Introduction, page 11: 'The magic in the tales (if magic is what it is) lies in people and creatures being shown to be what they really are.' Retellings and some background on classic fairy tales, color illustrations scattered throughout. A great resource.
from Introduction, page 11: 'The magic in the tales (if magic is what it is) lies in people and creatures being shown to be what they really are.' Retellings and some background on classic fairy tales, color illustrations scattered throughout. A great resource.
Traditional nursery rhymes. Colorful illustrations throughout. Occasional Max and Ruby sighting.
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