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Cover of i-Pad Song Medley for Kids 21 Go Tell Aunt Rhody and Alphabet Song and Parodies (i-Pad Songbooks)

i-Pad Song Medley for Kids 21 Go Tell Aunt Rhody and Alphabet Song and Parodies (i-Pad Songbooks)

by William Edwin Baxter

Book Details

Publisher:S Attention Far Longer Than Static Picture Books
Published:1974
Pages:32
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0027004104

Reading Info

Age Range:1-3

About This Book

An illustrated version of the traditional song describing the fate of Aunt Rhody's goose.

Our Review

This charming board book adaptation of the classic folk song brings the familiar "Go Tell Aunt Rhody" melody to life with vibrant illustrations that will capture toddlers' attention. The simple, repetitive lyrics make it ideal for early language development, while the gentle narrative about the goose's unfortunate fate introduces young children to storytelling concepts. Each page turn reveals colorful artwork that visually interprets the song's progression, helping little ones follow along with the sequence of events.

What sets this version apart is how it transforms a traditional tune into an interactive reading experience that parents and caregivers can sing together with their children. The rhythmic quality of the text supports early literacy skills and phonological awareness, making it particularly valuable for building pre-reading foundations. Young listeners will enjoy the predictable pattern and emotional arc, from the goose's demise to the feather-saving conclusion. This musical book successfully bridges nursery rhymes and storytime, creating a shared reading moment that encourages participation and reinforces the joy of books through song.

Themes

Children's songs

Subjects

Children's songs