Nursery rhymes are as old as time. Passed from one generation to another, these verses are still the best and the most entertaining way for young children to learn language. Heather Collins's cheerful, animated illustrations of adorable stuffed-toy characters tell the story in this favorite nursery rhyme. Just the right size for infants and toddlers, this sturdy board book with rounded corners is built to withstand a baby's curiosity. It is sure to last — and be loved — well beyond the toddler years.
Synopsis
Row, Row, Row Your Boat continues this series of Traditional Nursery Rhymes in board book form — perfect for parents and children to share ... and love!
Children's Literature
All the stuffed animals pile in the row boat and head off down the stream. Bear plays the banjo and others sing, but wait--how can this be, the boat is sailing through the sky. Perhaps, as the text says, "Life is but a dream." The familiar nursery rhyme is given fresh treatment by Collins in a sturdy board book format. Part of the "Traditional Nursery Rhymes" series. 2000, Kids Can Press, Ages 6 mo. to 3, $3.95. Reviewer: Marilyn Courtot
About the Author, Heather Collins
Heather Collins has illustrated more than 50 children's books, including the My First Look at Nature series and Gold Rush Fever. She lives in Toronto, Ontario.
All the stuffed animals pile in the row boat and head off down the stream. Bear plays the banjo and others sing, but wait--how can this be, the boat is sailing through the sky. Perhaps, as the text says, "Life is but a dream." The familiar nursery rhyme is given fresh treatment by Collins in a sturdy board book format. Part of the "Traditional Nursery Rhymes" series. 2000, Kids Can Press, Ages 6 mo. to 3, $3.95. Reviewer: Marilyn Courtot
