Games and Songs of American Children

Games and Songs of American Children

Author: Various

Publisher: BoD - Books on Demand

Published: 2023-08-23

Total Pages: 212

ISBN-13:

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"Games and Songs of American Children," a compilation by various authors, delves into the playful world of childhood in America. This collection offers a vibrant tapestry of traditional games, rhymes, and songs that have been passed down through generations, providing a glimpse into the cultural and social fabric of American youth. The book captures the spirit of youthful camaraderie and imagination as children engage in a wide array of activities. From jump rope rhymes to handclap games, the pages come alive with the echoes of laughter and the rhythms of childhood play. Through the games and songs, readers are transported to a simpler time when outdoor play and communal activities were at the heart of childhood experiences. The compilation showcases the ingenuity, creativity, and shared experiences of generations of American children. "Games and Songs of American Children" serves as both a cultural artifact and a celebration of the joyous moments that children have shared across the ages. With its nostalgic charm, the collection invites readers to remember their own playful past and revel in the timeless traditions that continue to shape childhood today.


Games and Songs of American Children

Games and Songs of American Children

Author: William W. Newell

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 1963-06-01

Total Pages: 344

ISBN-13: 9780486203546

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Features 190 games and play situations, full song texts, many melodies, and comparison with similar material from other cultures. An entertaining, basic book in the field.


American Children's Folklore

American Children's Folklore

Author: Simon J. Bronner

Publisher: august house

Published: 1988

Total Pages: 288

ISBN-13: 9780874830682

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Front cover: A book of rhymes, games, jokes, stories, secret languages, beliefs and camp legends, for parents, grandparents, teachers, counselors and all adults who were once children.


Step it Down

Step it Down

Author: Bessie Jones

Publisher: University of Georgia Press

Published: 1987

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13: 9780820309606

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Gathers traditional baby games, clapping plays, jumps and skips, singing plays, ring plays, dances, outdoor games, songs, and stories


Games and Songs of American Children

Games and Songs of American Children

Author: William W. Newell

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 1963-06-01

Total Pages: 338

ISBN-13: 0486203549

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Features 190 games and play situations, full song texts, many melodies, and comparison with similar material from other cultures. An entertaining, basic book in the field.


Games and Songs of American Children

Games and Songs of American Children

Author: William Wells Newell

Publisher: Clearfield

Published: 1992

Total Pages: 272

ISBN-13:

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Features 190 games and play situations, full song texts, many melodies, comparison with similar material from other cultures. An entertaining, basic book in the field.