The Neighborhood Mother Goose cover

The Neighborhood Mother Goose

Author: Crews, Nina

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level 3.8
Points 0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Word Count 1352
Points per Word 0.00037
Page Count 64
Points per Page 0.007812

Description

The book is a collection of forty-one traditional nursery rhymes, featuring both well-known verses and lesser-known ones. The rhymes are accompanied by vibrant, contemporary illustrations set in modern urban neighborhood scenes. Characters from the rhymes, such as Jack, Georgie Porgie, and a fine lady on a white horse, are depicted in everyday settings like playgrounds, carousels, and kitchens. This picture book is designed for children in grades K-3 with a reading level of 3.8.

Quick Summary

Nina Crews transforms classic nursery rhymes into a vibrant neighborhood adventure through her lively photographic illustrations that bring each rhyme to life in fresh, unexpected ways. Kids will giggle at the silly surprises hidden in each page and love discovering both beloved rhymes and sneaky new ones they have never heard before. If your child enjoys the playful rhythm of "Shake It Off" or the interactive fun of "The Complete Book of Nursery Rhymes," they'll be enchanted by this photographic twist on old favorites. Perfect for ages 4-7 or kindergarten through third grade, this collection makes an ideal bedtime read-aloud or classroom poetry pick-me-up.