Bent Northrop Memorial Library

A vital part of childhood, The Real Mother Goose by Blanche Fisher Wright, has been delighting millions of children, and today the magic is as strong as ever. The identity of Mother Goose may remain a mystery, but the timeless appeal of the fairy tales and nursery rhymes associated with this cherished imaginary author has lasted for generations of young readers. This collection includes more than three hundred of Mother Goose's best-known and best-loved...

A counting book in which one by one the little monkeys jump on the bed only to fall off and bump their heads. As soon as they say good night to Mama, the five little monkeys start to jump on their bed. But trouble lies ahead as, one by one, they fall off and hurt themselves. After the doctor issues a stern order--No more monkeys jumping on the bed!--they finally fall asleep.

In this expanded version of a popular song, the itsy-bitsy spider's climbing is interrupted by a fan, a mouse, a cat, and some dew before she makes her way to the top of a tree to spin her web.

Introduces the letters A to Z while following the fortunes of an apple pie.

An update of Old MacDonald featuring farm vehicles like excavator, dump truck, and bulldozer.

This story, "The Three Jovial Huntsmen," was originally published in 1880 as one of Randolph Caldecott's sixteen "Picture Books." These were published in pairs each Christmas from 1877 until Caldecott's death in 1886.

The Glugs of Gosh, is a collection of children's poems written by C.J. Dennis (1876 - 1938) and illustrated by Hal Gye. C.J. Dennis is considered as one of Australia's most famous poets of the early 20th century. The book was first published in 1917.

Why did Itsy Bitsy make his famous journey? With a dose of warmth and whimsy, Steve Light's remarkable, intricate artwork spins a backstory of unexpected friendship. Itsy Bitsy sits at home, drinking tea, all alone... Everyone knows the rhyme "The Itsy Bitsy Spider." We know about the climb up the waterspout, the washout, the return of the sun, and the determined climb back up the spout - again. Generations of children have sung this beloved verse...