How are these rhymes different from the ones you might have heard before?

This is a discussion prompt for Mama Goose A New Mother Goose by Liz Rosenberg. Use it to spark conversation with your child after reading.

What does it mean to be strong and kind, no matter if you're a boy or a girl?

This is a discussion prompt for Mama Goose A New Mother Goose by Liz Rosenberg. Use it to spark conversation with your child after reading.

Can you think of other stories that could be told in a new way?

This is a discussion prompt for Mama Goose A New Mother Goose by Liz Rosenberg. Use it to spark conversation with your child after reading.

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Mama Goose A New Mother Goose

Name: Mama Goose A New Mother Goose
ISBN: 9780399223488

by Liz Rosenberg

A refreshing collection of traditional and original nursery rhymes reimagined with a feminist perspective for a new generation of readers.

About This Book

A collection of traditional and original nursery rhymes with a feminist slant.

Concepts

Self-Confidence & Identity Justice & Fairness Creativity & Imagination Love & Family Joy & Gratitude Empathy & Kindness Growing Up Being Different Family & Siblings

Wonderlit Review

This collection offers a fresh, empowering take on classic nursery rhymes, alongside original verses, all infused with a 'feminist slant.' It gently challenges traditional gender stereotypes, presenting girls and women in roles of strength, independence, and kindness. The emotional arc is consistently playful and uplifting, making it a joyful read. This book is ideal for families seeking to introduce classic rhyme structures while also fostering conversations about fairness and self-confidence in young children, particularly girls. Parents might reach for this when they want to update their nursery rhyme repertoire with more inclusive messages. Younger children will enjoy the rhythm and rhyme, while older children (up to 11) can appreciate the subtle, empowering themes. Its unique approach to re-envisioning familiar tales sets it apart from typical nursery rhyme collections.