A compilation of Mother Goose's finest, winsomely illustrated and gently annotated... Gliori also offers full-length versions of poems more widely known in their truncated form. ... The combination of Gliori's beguiling artwork and her fascinating tidbits of information about the rhymes transforms the collection beyond the ordinary, making it a notable addition to the genre. A blend of history, folklore, and factual information, Gliori's gambits are decidedly kid-friendly. ... A captivating collection for young children.

PreS Up -- A collection of 50 familiar rhymes, illustrated with fanciful art that adds humor and insight to the interpretations. Photo inserts with captions offer some factual tidbits about the verse. ... While the concept is novel, the information seems aimed at older readers, rather than children for whom the rhymes are intended. ... This book offers an unusual twist in nursery-rhyme collections, making it of interest to adults and children.

Need a nursery rhyme? Pick up... [this book] and find one. Unique to this collection are the facts about the meanings behind the rhymes. ... Clever illustrations unite characters from different rhymes....