Street Rhymes Around the World

Summary:

Songs and rhymes such as "Ring Around the Rosie" are so prevalent in children's culture. This book combines country's all over the world's little rhymes and songs, in English and their native language. These countries include Brazil, Israel, China, Mexico, England, Greece, Russia and many more. 

About the Author: Jane Yolen

Born in New York City, some of Yolen's books have won the Caldecott Medal. Her ability of storytelling is impressive with over 300 books under her belt.

Theme/Skill: Multi-cultural, Folktales

Grade Level: K-3

Pre-Reading Activity:

Ask students what their favorite children's rhyme is. How do they know the song? Was it passed onto them?

Post-Reading Activity:

Have students work in small groups to create their own, new rhyme. They will be able to perform their creation in front of the class.

Reflection:

I'm proud of my own culture and using this book I'm sure would touch some of my students hearts because their cultures are included in the book. Street Rhymes Around the World is an overall great book to use to teach tolerance for other cultures, or to allow new students to feel welcome in a classroom.