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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1945
The Rooster Crows
By Maud Petersham (Author/Illustrator), Miska Petersham (Author/Illustrator)
Discover timeless American rhymes and games that captivate young hearts and minds.
64 pages
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Bookroo's summary
Dive into a world of classic American nursery rhymes and games that have delighted children for generations. This collection brings together beloved jingles, skipping songs, and finger games, each accompanied by enchanting illustrations. From counting-out rhymes to schoolyard favorites, these timeless treasures invite young readers to explore the playful and rhythmic traditions of childhood. What new favorites will you discover in this charming anthology?
From the publisher
The Caldecott Medal–winning collection of classic American rhymes, songs, and jingles.
Beautifully rendered illustrations accompany well-known nursery rhymes, counting-out games, skipping-rope songs, finger games, and other schoolyard classics beloved by generations of American children. Collected from across America, The Rooster Crows features rhymes both old and new, and will be a perfect addition to any child’s collection.
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At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 64
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- NPL
What readers & critics say
Reviews
4.0
out of 7
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- ~0.1
- F&P level
- ~A
Publication
- Published
- March 28, 1969
- First published
- January 1, 1945
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
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