Yuma Public Library

A cautionary tale for mice written in nonsense verse.

"You won't believe why this old lady swallowed some leaves, a shirt, a pumpkin, a pole, some pants, a rope, and some hay! Read this book to find out!"--P. [4] of cover.

In this variation on the traditional cumulative rhyme, a woman swallows a shell, a crab, a fish, a gull, a pail, some sand, and a wave.

In this adaptation of the traditional nursery rhyme, a woman swallows a cow, some hay, and other items from her farm.

You won't believe why this old lady swallowed a chick, some straw, an egg, some candy, a basket, and a bow in this variation on the traditional cumulative rhyme with an spring theme.

A collection of over 100 limericks with the author's original illustrations.

An illustrated collection of poems about the mysterious creatures--jumbles of birds, beasts, vegetables, and flowers--that populate Scranimal Island.

"Spring is in the air, and everyone's favorite old lady is ready to celebrate! That zany old lady is back--and with a serious case of spring fever! This time she's swallowing items to make the most of the season with a beautiful garden! With rhyming text and funny illustrations, this lively version of the classic song will appeal to young readers with every turn of the page--a wacky story for the first day of spring!"--Publisher's description.

In this variation on the traditional cumulative rhyme, a greedy, hungry dragon eventually learns moderation.

A collection of short nonsense verses and nursery rhymes.