Mother Goose (Tudor book) facts for kids
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First edition
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| Author | Tasha Tudor |
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| Publisher | Oxford University Press |
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Publication date
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1944 |
| Pages | unpaged |
| Awards | Caldecott Honor |
Mother Goose is a special picture book from 1944. It was created by an artist named Tasha Tudor. This book brings to life 76 classic Mother Goose nursery rhymes with beautiful drawings. It was recognized with a Caldecott Honor in 1945 because of its amazing illustrations.
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About the Book
Mother Goose is a well-loved children's book. It was published in 1944 by Oxford University Press. The book is filled with drawings by Tasha Tudor. She illustrated many popular nursery rhymes. These rhymes are short poems or songs for young children.
Who Was Tasha Tudor?
Tasha Tudor was an American illustrator and writer. She was born in 1915 and passed away in 2008. Tudor was famous for her detailed and old-fashioned artwork. She often drew scenes of rural life and children. Her style made her books very popular. She illustrated over 100 books during her career.
What are Mother Goose Nursery Rhymes?
Mother Goose is a collection of traditional children's rhymes. These rhymes have been passed down for many years. They often teach simple lessons or tell short, fun stories. Some famous examples include "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star" and "Humpty Dumpty." Tasha Tudor's book helped keep these classic rhymes alive for new generations.
The Caldecott Honor
The Caldecott Medal is a very important award. It is given each year to the artist of the most outstanding American picture book for children. The Caldecott Honor is given to books that are also excellent but do not win the main medal. Mother Goose received this honor in 1945. This shows how special Tasha Tudor's illustrations were. It means her artwork was among the best of that year.
