folk songs, english

Twenty tales taken from folksongs reflecting American history, e.g. "Yankee Doodle, " "John Henry, " "The Blue-Tail Fly, " and "Frankie and Johnnie." Includes the original folk song lyrics.

"1 sound disc (digital ; 4 3/4 in.)" Brings together contemporary cowboy writing and sound recordings to show why the cowboy movement is one of the most dynamic cultural forces in U.S. today.

An adaptation of the folk song about a frog in search of a bride.

Illustrates the well-known American folk song about the courtship and marriage of the frog and the mouse.

A retelling of the traditional Appalachian folk song, but with Froggy cast as a gangster and Miss Mousie as the proprietress of a swanky nightclub.

An illustrated version of the traditional counting song. Some pages are die-cut, permitting a portion of the next illustration to be seen.

In this version of the classic song "Old MacDonald Had a Farm," the farmer's granddaughter discovers the creatures living at a pond. End notes present facts, outdoor activities, and games related to this lively ecosystem.

The adventurous Johnny B. and the other Pilgrims sail to America and prepare for the first Thanksgiving, as described in counting verses from one to ten.

Two long-earred dogs celebrate their love to the words of a familiar children's song.

Illustrates the well-known American folk song about the courtship and marriage of the frog and the mouse.