Here Comes Mother Goose

Here Comes Mother Goose presents a collection of 56 classic nursery rhymes selected by renowned folklorist Iona Opie. The large-format picture book features illustrations by Rosemary Wells, marking their second collaboration in bringing Mother Goose verses to life. Wells' artwork pairs animals and occasional objects with the traditional rhymes in a distinct visual style. The book includes both well-known verses and lesser-known selections from the Mother Goose canon, offering readers a mix of familiar and fresh material. This follow-up to My Very First Mother Goose maintains the essential simplicity of the original verses while creating a cohesive visual experience. The book's format encourages shared reading experiences between adults and children. The collection preserves these timeless verses while making them accessible to new generations, demonstrating the enduring appeal of traditional nursery rhymes in children's literary culture.

Parents and educators appreciate this collection's large, clear illustrations and child-friendly formatting. The oversized pages make it easy for groups to see during storytime. Readers highlight: - Mix of familiar and lesser-known rhymes - Rosemary Wells' illustrations capture children's attention - Durable hardcover binding holds up to frequent use Common criticisms: - Some find the selection of rhymes too basic - A few note the illustrations are simpler than Wells' other work - Price point higher than similar collections Ratings across platforms: Goodreads: 4.2/5 (286 ratings) Amazon: 4.7/5 (98 ratings) Sample review: "The illustrations are engaging without being overwhelming. My toddler points to details on each page while we recite the rhymes." - Goodreads user Several teachers mention using it for circle time, with one noting: "The large format works well for my preschool class. The kids can see it from their spots on the rug."

The Real Mother Goose by Blanche Fisher Wright A collection of over 300 traditional nursery rhymes combines original verse arrangements with color illustrations from the 1916 edition.

Richard Scarry's Best Mother Goose Ever by Richard Scarry The classic Mother Goose rhymes feature Scarry's signature animal characters bringing each verse to life through detailed illustrations.

The Neighborhood Mother Goose by Nina Crews Traditional Mother Goose rhymes connect with modern urban life through photographs of children in city settings.

My Very First Mother Goose by Iona Opie Wells' distinctive animal illustrations accompany Opie's curated collection of sixty nursery rhymes for beginning readers.

The Oxford Book of Children's Verse by Iona, Peter Opie This anthology spans four centuries of children's poetry and presents verses that have stood the test of time in nurseries and classrooms.

🔹 Iona Opie and her husband Peter spent over 50 years collecting children's rhymes, games, and folklore, creating one of the world's largest archives of children's literature at Oxford University. 🔹 Mother Goose rhymes date back to 17th century France, where Charles Perrault first published "Tales of Mother Goose" in 1697, though many of the rhymes existed in oral tradition long before. 🔹 Illustrator Rosemary Wells is renowned for creating the beloved "Max and Ruby" series, and has illustrated over 120 children's books throughout her career. 🔹 The original "Mother Goose" wasn't a real person - the term became associated with children's stories and nursery rhymes based on an old French folktale about a woman who told entertaining stories. 🔹 The Opie Collection at the Bodleian Library contains over 20,000 items related to childhood culture, including rare books, recordings of playground games, and documentation of children's folklore from around the world.