An Abundance of Unknown Rhymes
Every parent already knows most of the popular nursery rhymes. They are commonly told to children starting in nursery school. Did you know there is an abundance of less common nursery rhymes floating around the world? These rhymes may be unknown for various reasons. Many less common rhymes have been around since the 1600s and may date back even earlier.The older rhymes are not as well-known as the modern rhymes. If you are ready to enjoy some fresh songs and extra educational content, you will appreciate learning of some unknown rhymes. The common alphabet offers many exciting opportunities,for kids. They even make phonics fun and education interesting.
Everyone knows that A is for apple. Not everyone knows that A is for Apple Pie too. This lovely little rhyme is a quaint English tale. This song allows children to associate learning with apple pies. The goal of this rhyme is to teach children the alphabet. There are many educational components hidden in the apple pie. This hidden gem dates all the way back to 1671. It is not one of the most popular rhymes yet it is worth your while to allow your kids to try it out for size. Even green apples seem to have the ability to make learning a fun endeavor. It may be uncommon because it is an antique tale.
Doctors can be silly as they teach children many things. You, most likely, have already heard the Dr. Seuss rhymes and tales. Did you know there is another silly doctor who was publishing rhymes in the 1800s. You may not know about Gamer Gurton’s Garland. This is a little story about King Edward I. This story, apparently took place around the 13th century. It is a little tale about a humiliating incident. Dr. Foster was able to add a touch of humor to the story. It seems, the king had fallen off his horse. This proved to be quite embarrassing because the distinguished king landed in a very big puddle. It can be rather embarrassing for any king to fall into an oozy puddle. It seems, Dr. Foster knew how to lighten up the experience because he published a rhyme in the year 1844. This rhyme turned a humiliating incident into a lovely lesson for kids and kings. The original version of this uncommon rhyme is quite unique. It tells about Dr. Foster visiting Gloucester with King Edward I. It seems, the king went to Gloster to preach the word of God. Unfortunately, the king stepped in a puddle right up to his middle. Dr. Foster was also in Gloucester assisting the king. You will want to read this extraordinary rhyme for yourself. Perhaps you can expose your children to this rhyme and add a touch of humor to their day with a silly tale. There is an original version and a modern version of this tale.
Check out a few more fun, less known rhymes below!