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Cover of Mother Hubbard This Little Pig Went to Market (Illustrated, Annotated) Walter Crane’s Ultimate Picture Book (Nursery Rh...

Mother Hubbard This Little Pig Went to Market (Illustrated, Annotated) Walter Crane’s Ultimate Picture Book (Nursery Rh...

by Walter Crane

Book Details

Publisher:While Books
Published:2016-08-17
Pages:32
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1537157647

Reading Info

Age Range:3-7

About This Book

Mother Hubbard and This Little Pig Went to Market, two of the favorite stories written for children. Illustrated on each and every page. Crane believed, "Art belongs to everybody - anytime, everywhere," Walter Crane an outstanding artist and book illustrator. Considered one of the most influential for children's books of his age. He has been compared to Randolph Caldecott and Kate Greenaway, by others who are included in several Illustrated Children's Classics. Crane painstaking added more color

Our Review

This beautifully illustrated picture book brings two classic nursery rhymes to life with vibrant artwork on every page. Walter Crane's distinctive illustrations transform familiar childhood verses into visual feasts, where Mother Hubbard's canine companion and the market-bound piglet receive rich artistic treatment. The careful attention to color and detail makes this an engaging read-aloud experience that will capture young children's attention through both story and imagery. These timeless rhymes paired with Crane's artistic vision create a delightful introduction to poetry and illustration for preschoolers.

What sets this collection apart is Crane's commitment to making art accessible to all readers, evident in every carefully colored page. The book serves as an excellent bridge between simple nursery rhymes and more complex picture books, helping develop early literacy skills through predictable, rhythmic text. Children who enjoy traditional stories and parents seeking quality illustrated classics will find this volume particularly appealing. The combination of beloved childhood poems with masterful artwork ensures this book will become a cherished part of any young child's literary foundation.

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