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Games And Songs Of American Children

Games And Songs Of American Children

Newell, William Wells

Paperback

Fiction AnthologiesGeneral Sociology

ISBN10: 1163093483
ISBN13: 9781163093481
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 256
Weight: 0.76
Height: 0.54 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Games and Songs of American Children is a comprehensive collection of traditional games and songs that have been enjoyed by children across the United States for generations. The book, written by William Wells Newell, is a fascinating exploration of the cultural heritage of American children, as it includes a wide variety of games and songs that have been passed down through the years.The book is divided into two main sections, with the first section focusing on games and the second section focusing on songs. The games section includes a wide range of activities, from traditional games like tag and hide-and-seek to more obscure games like Button, Button, Who's Got the Button? and Hunt the Slipper. Each game is described in detail, with instructions on how to play and variations on the basic rules.The songs section of the book includes a diverse collection of songs, ranging from lullabies and nursery rhymes to chants and ballads. Many of the songs are accompanied by sheet music, making it easy for readers to learn and perform them. The book also includes notes on the origins of each song, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the cultural significance of these traditional tunes.Overall, Games and Songs of American Children is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the cultural heritage of American children. With its comprehensive collection of games and songs, this book is sure to provide hours of entertainment and insight into the rich history of childhood in America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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