Rhymes of a child's world: a book of verse for children

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Rhymes of a child's world: a book of verse for children

by Miriam Clark Potter

EN·~1 hours·77 chapters

Chapters

77 total
1

RHYMES of a CHILD’S WORLD

2:15
2

THE CHILD INDOORS AT PLAY

0:13
3

MY DEAREST IS A LADY

0:28
4

BUBBLES

1:00
5

THE GROWN-UP WORLD

0:53
6

TEA TIME

0:39
7

UMBRELLAS

0:20
8

THE MARCH WIND

0:55
9

THE TIPTOES

1:20
10

RAIN-ON-THE-ROOF

0:58

Description

A gentle collection of verses invites listeners into a world where everyday moments sparkle with wonder. From the quiet joys of indoor play and the bright bursts of bubbles to the comforting rhythm of tea time, each poem captures the imagination of a child discovering nature, family, and the simple magic hidden in ordinary scenes. The language is lyrical yet accessible, encouraging young ears to rhyme along while feeling the warmth of love and the curiosity of fresh adventure.

The poems also offer a tender glimpse into the child’s perspective on the grown‑up world, noting towering chairs, lofty door‑knobs, and the promise of someday joining the adult chorus. Soft illustrations accompany the words, adding a visual charm that complements the rhythmic storytelling. Ideal for a bedtime listen or a sunny afternoon, these verses celebrate the delight of childhood, the beauty of small wonders, and the timeless rhythm of day‑to‑day life.

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Details

Language

en

Duration

~1 hours (59K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Charlene Taylor, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Release date

2021-06-29

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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Miriam Clark Potter

1886–1965

A writer and illustrator of children’s books, she created playful stories and verses for young readers, often working in close partnership with her husband, Zenas Potter. Her books have a gentle, old-fashioned charm, with animals, rhyme, and everyday adventures at the center.

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