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Beatrix Potter's Nursery Rhyme Book
Victorian drawings accompany a collection of popular and lesser-known nursery rhymes and riddles
64 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 1984
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Beatrix Potter
3,368 books2,149 followersHelen Beatrix Potter was an English author, illustrator, mycologist, and conservationist who is best known for her children's books, which featured animal characters such as Peter Rabbit.
Born into a wealthy household, Potter was educated by governesses and grew up isolated from other children. She had numerous pets, and through holidays in Scotland and the Lake District, developed a love of landscape, flora, and fauna, all of which she closely observed and painted. Because she was a woman, her parents discouraged intellectual development, but her study and paintings of fungi led her to be widely respected in the field of mycology.
In her thirties, Potter published the highly successful children's book The Tale of Peter Rabbit and became secretly engaged to her publisher, Norman Warne, causing a breach with her parents, who disapproved of his social status. Warne died before the wedding.
Potter eventually published 24 children's books, the most recent being The Tale of Kitty-in-Boots (2016), and having become financially independent of her parents, was able to buy a farm in the Lake District, which she extended with other purchases over time.
In her forties, she married a local solicitor, William Heelis. She became a sheep breeder and farmer while continuing to write and illustrate children's books. Potter died in 1943 and left almost all of her property to The National Trust in order to preserve the beauty of the Lake District as she had known it, protecting it from developers.
Potter's books continue to sell well throughout the world, in multiple languages. Her stories have been retold in various formats, including a ballet, films, and in animation.
Born into a wealthy household, Potter was educated by governesses and grew up isolated from other children. She had numerous pets, and through holidays in Scotland and the Lake District, developed a love of landscape, flora, and fauna, all of which she closely observed and painted. Because she was a woman, her parents discouraged intellectual development, but her study and paintings of fungi led her to be widely respected in the field of mycology.
In her thirties, Potter published the highly successful children's book The Tale of Peter Rabbit and became secretly engaged to her publisher, Norman Warne, causing a breach with her parents, who disapproved of his social status. Warne died before the wedding.
Potter eventually published 24 children's books, the most recent being The Tale of Kitty-in-Boots (2016), and having become financially independent of her parents, was able to buy a farm in the Lake District, which she extended with other purchases over time.
In her forties, she married a local solicitor, William Heelis. She became a sheep breeder and farmer while continuing to write and illustrate children's books. Potter died in 1943 and left almost all of her property to The National Trust in order to preserve the beauty of the Lake District as she had known it, protecting it from developers.
Potter's books continue to sell well throughout the world, in multiple languages. Her stories have been retold in various formats, including a ballet, films, and in animation.
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July 2, 2021
Read to your children every day. This will help your child to develop a love for reading. Set a time for reading every day -- typically around bed or nap time. Spend at least half an hour to an hour reading, if not more. Not only will your children develop a love for words, but your children will have a better chance of achieving both academic and behavioral success later on…..
September 21, 2020
In Nursery Rhyme BookI love the illustrations and definitely liked some of the short stories and riddles throughout this book.
I think that Beatrix Potter's love for the Lake District and the animals living there definitely shows in her works and I'm inspired by her love and passion for that.
I think that Beatrix Potter's love for the Lake District and the animals living there definitely shows in her works and I'm inspired by her love and passion for that.
February 24, 2016
This book was great little book filled with little rhymes and poems. The book was also filled with beautiful pictures to illustrate the rhymes and poems. This book with the words and all the pictures was a great flash back to my childhood.
June 25, 2021
Here's a good selection of 42 nursery rhymes which will fire the imagination and amusement of the you child. It would be a great book for bedtime stories as each rhyme is very short (1 page each) and sweet.
March 3, 2025
I loved the illustrations, of course. I also lived the poems. They were poems I heard growing up. Some of the words were different since I heard passed down orally rhymes. It was fun to see the original words.
May 2, 2018
Like most nursery rhymes, many of these are pretty messed up. The illustrations are wonderful though, especially the ones of guinea pigs.
December 27, 2023
Some very old rhymes alot i didn't recognise.
August 9, 2024
i collect Mother Goose books and this has the most varied versions of any Ive seen
November 9, 2024
The presentation of the work is very neat, the illustrations are magnificent; it is typically called a “beautiful book”. This collection of Nursery Rhymes is a must-see for Peter Rabbit enthusiasts.
February 27, 2017
1) No awards
2) Age: 3-7 years
3) Summary: This book contains about 40 pages of all different nursery rhymes. Small illustrations correlate with the words on each page. Some of these rhymes include "Three Blind Mice," "Appley Dapply," and "Hitty Pitty."
4) Review: The illustrations were cute, however, I felt that the book was very outdated. There were a lot of words that children have not ever heard from before so they may not enjoy it as much as they would a more modern collection of nursery rhymes.
5) In Class Uses:
Counting
Transitional activity
2) Age: 3-7 years
3) Summary: This book contains about 40 pages of all different nursery rhymes. Small illustrations correlate with the words on each page. Some of these rhymes include "Three Blind Mice," "Appley Dapply," and "Hitty Pitty."
4) Review: The illustrations were cute, however, I felt that the book was very outdated. There were a lot of words that children have not ever heard from before so they may not enjoy it as much as they would a more modern collection of nursery rhymes.
5) In Class Uses:
Counting
Transitional activity
September 14, 2016
Like all things beatrix potter this is a treasure!beautifully illustrated and has plenty of rhymes to accompany them, my children love this book it's perfect for any potter fan admittedly some of the rhymes are a little strange but my children love them all the more for it and often giggle away
November 2, 2016
1. Awards: No awards to date.
2. Grade Level: Pre-K – 2nd grade
3. Summary: With 42 different rhymes, this anthology is a combination of the Appley Dapply collections, the Cecily Parsley collection, the Squirrel Nutkin riddles, and The Tailor of Gloucester collection of verses, rhymes, and jingles. Though there are a couple of classic nursery rhymes, such as Three Blind Mice, many are unique and not found in other nursery rhyme anthologies. For example. Old Mr. Pricklepin, Arthur O’Bower, and The Man in the Wilderness are three of the many rhymes that are more unique to this anthology.
4. Review: While classic nursery rhymes such as Hickory, Dickory Dock, Humpty Dumpty, and Hey Diddle Diddle are fun and engaging, there is a certain attraction to an anthology such as this one because it has a more diverse collection of nursery rhymes and jingles. I also like that the pictures paired with each rhyme are really appealing and help to bring the rhymes to life for young readers. These rhymes are also very helpful for beginning readers as they are short in length and they contain beginner level vocabulary.
5. Uses in Class: This book can be used during initial literacy lessons due to its beginner level vocabulary and content. It may also be used during lessons oh rhymes. For older students, such as those in second grade, this book may also be used as an introduction to a creative writing assignment where students try to write their own rhyme.
2. Grade Level: Pre-K – 2nd grade
3. Summary: With 42 different rhymes, this anthology is a combination of the Appley Dapply collections, the Cecily Parsley collection, the Squirrel Nutkin riddles, and The Tailor of Gloucester collection of verses, rhymes, and jingles. Though there are a couple of classic nursery rhymes, such as Three Blind Mice, many are unique and not found in other nursery rhyme anthologies. For example. Old Mr. Pricklepin, Arthur O’Bower, and The Man in the Wilderness are three of the many rhymes that are more unique to this anthology.
4. Review: While classic nursery rhymes such as Hickory, Dickory Dock, Humpty Dumpty, and Hey Diddle Diddle are fun and engaging, there is a certain attraction to an anthology such as this one because it has a more diverse collection of nursery rhymes and jingles. I also like that the pictures paired with each rhyme are really appealing and help to bring the rhymes to life for young readers. These rhymes are also very helpful for beginning readers as they are short in length and they contain beginner level vocabulary.
5. Uses in Class: This book can be used during initial literacy lessons due to its beginner level vocabulary and content. It may also be used during lessons oh rhymes. For older students, such as those in second grade, this book may also be used as an introduction to a creative writing assignment where students try to write their own rhyme.
May 1, 2018
Awards Received: None
Appropriate grade level(s): Preschool to First Grade
Summary: Beatrix Potter’s Nursery Rhyme Book is filled with many classic nursery rhymes. All of the rhymes deal with animals and nature. The illustrations are vibrant and it contains a lot of repetition, which makes it a great book to read in increments.
My review: Beatrix Potter’s Nursery Rhyme Book is a simple book that can be read by a child, as a read-aloud, and as a bed time story. I enjoyed that all of the rhymes were intricated and about animals. Overall, it is an interesting book that uses its simplicity to help children learn different rhymes.
1-2 Possible in-class uses: This book can be used to calm students down after recess or when they get to rowdy. The rhymes are short so it is easier to finish one and discuss it with students. It is also a good book to use for class readings because you can read it in increments and it is simple enough that students will be able to follow it throughout the whole book.
Appropriate grade level(s): Preschool to First Grade
Summary: Beatrix Potter’s Nursery Rhyme Book is filled with many classic nursery rhymes. All of the rhymes deal with animals and nature. The illustrations are vibrant and it contains a lot of repetition, which makes it a great book to read in increments.
My review: Beatrix Potter’s Nursery Rhyme Book is a simple book that can be read by a child, as a read-aloud, and as a bed time story. I enjoyed that all of the rhymes were intricated and about animals. Overall, it is an interesting book that uses its simplicity to help children learn different rhymes.
1-2 Possible in-class uses: This book can be used to calm students down after recess or when they get to rowdy. The rhymes are short so it is easier to finish one and discuss it with students. It is also a good book to use for class readings because you can read it in increments and it is simple enough that students will be able to follow it throughout the whole book.
January 30, 2009
I have found a new respect for Beatrix Potter, who seems to be currently in vogue, what with a movie, a mystery series featuring her as the sleuth, and a biography emerging in recent years. Part of my appreciation is surely tied to my rediscovery of all things child-related, but the greater part is learning that not only did Miss Potter write her own charming stories and illustrate them with meticulous precision and adorable whimsy, but she did formidable work as an amateur botanist/mycologist, developed tie-in merchandise for the children who clamored for her books, and successfully farmed in the Lake District.
This nursery rhyme book is an attractive pastiche of classic nursery rhymes, her adaptations of nursery rhymes, and her own original poems, accompanied with her characteristic art. For those among us (for I am surely of this number) who cannot resist a good nursery rhyme book, Beatrix Potter's Nursery Rhyme Book is well worth acquiring.
This nursery rhyme book is an attractive pastiche of classic nursery rhymes, her adaptations of nursery rhymes, and her own original poems, accompanied with her characteristic art. For those among us (for I am surely of this number) who cannot resist a good nursery rhyme book, Beatrix Potter's Nursery Rhyme Book is well worth acquiring.
November 7, 2016
K-2
A fun collection of nursery rhymes by Beatrix Potter, which is sure to stir fun out of the classroom. The rhymes, and some of the words are a bit odd or outdated, but it makes for a more fun and interesting experience for the children, because the words sound funny. This would be a great book to have children practice phonemic awareness skills without really realizing they are due to the nature of the words.
These are another set of tales from my childhood, I can remember reading them and still feeling the same charm I do now. The tales are always a bit strange but that would certainly captivate a small audience of children any morning meeting. It is a book I would always like to keep on hand because it would be perfect to use from meetings of if the class needs a momentary break from their work.
Phonemic awareness: Rhyme, syllables, Onsets.
A fun collection of nursery rhymes by Beatrix Potter, which is sure to stir fun out of the classroom. The rhymes, and some of the words are a bit odd or outdated, but it makes for a more fun and interesting experience for the children, because the words sound funny. This would be a great book to have children practice phonemic awareness skills without really realizing they are due to the nature of the words.
These are another set of tales from my childhood, I can remember reading them and still feeling the same charm I do now. The tales are always a bit strange but that would certainly captivate a small audience of children any morning meeting. It is a book I would always like to keep on hand because it would be perfect to use from meetings of if the class needs a momentary break from their work.
Phonemic awareness: Rhyme, syllables, Onsets.
July 30, 2018
Awards: None
Grade Level(s): Preschool-2nd grade.
Summary: Calling all children that love nature and animals! This book consists of around 100 nursery rhymes, poems and great illustrations of nature and different animals. The book is a very easy read and would be great for children to use at home, school or on the go.
Review: I personally loved these nursery rhymes. I have read this book to my preschoolers and all of them are obsessed. We read the book when we are transitioning to different centers and the children are in love with the pictures.
In Class Uses:
1. Transition songs.
2. Morning meeting songs.
Grade Level(s): Preschool-2nd grade.
Summary: Calling all children that love nature and animals! This book consists of around 100 nursery rhymes, poems and great illustrations of nature and different animals. The book is a very easy read and would be great for children to use at home, school or on the go.
Review: I personally loved these nursery rhymes. I have read this book to my preschoolers and all of them are obsessed. We read the book when we are transitioning to different centers and the children are in love with the pictures.
In Class Uses:
1. Transition songs.
2. Morning meeting songs.
July 25, 2012
Nursery rhymes are always fun and accompanied by illustrations that I know and love from Beatrix Potter I am definitely a fan. This is the perfect size for sitting and reading with my girls where everyone can see and enjoy it together. We sat and read several until attention waned and then came back another day for more. I think it took us three if not four times to read through the entire book. I am positive we'll return to it again and again.
December 19, 2018
The art is very cute, the rhymes are pretty short and easy to read, I find myself singing them more than reading them.
Some of the rhymes, and riddles, might need a little bit of explaining, especially when reading them to younger kids. But overall very fun.
Some of the rhymes, and riddles, might need a little bit of explaining, especially when reading them to younger kids. But overall very fun.
March 31, 2020
Yes these are classics, and the book is beautiful, but some do not age well. I much prefer Beatrix Potter's stories instead of these poems and riddles. That said some are familiar but different in their modern tellings.
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August 3, 2010This book has many little nursery rhymes. This helps build phonemic awareness and they are short little poems that are not too long for the youngest of children.
May 18, 2012
Beatrix Potter was a magnificent children's story teller and the books passed down through generations are still loved today
February 1, 2014
Absolutely adorable marriage of her precious watercolors and drawings and old nursery rhymes. Since I'll be touring her Hill Top Farm in the Spring, I'm immersing myself in all things Potter.
February 14, 2014
As Dear Hubby said, "These songs are quite strange, but I like them." The lyrics are B. Potter's but there is a lot of creativity added to make this CD.
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