Under the Window: Pictures & Rhymes for Children by Kate Greenaway
"Under the Window: Pictures & Rhymes for Children" by Kate Greenaway is a charming collection of children's poetry and illustrations, crafted during the late 19th century, specifically in the Victorian era. This book features whimsical rhymes and delightful pictures that celebrate the joys of childhood, nature, and simple pleasures. It aims to capture the imagination of young readers through vivid imagery and engaging themes that resonate with the innocence and wonder of
childhood. The content of the book is a series of lighthearted poems that transport readers into a world filled with playful characters, enchanting settings, and various delightful scenarios. Each rhyme offers a glimpse into daily life, such as children enjoying tea parties, walking in gardens, and watching animals. Themes of friendship, exploration, and the beauty of nature abound in the verses, with characters like merry children and animals engaging in cheerful activities. The rhythmic quality of the poems, accompanied by Greenaway's lovely illustrations, creates a captivating experience for young readers, fostering both enjoyment and learning through the delightful use of language and imagery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Greenaway, Kate, 1846-1901 |
|---|---|
| Title | Under the Window: Pictures & Rhymes for Children |
| Alternate Title | Under the Window: Pictures and Rhymes for Children |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Under_the_Window |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Suzanne Shell, David Garcia, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Children's poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 22888 |
| Release Date | Oct 5, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 395 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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