Synopsis
The Caldecott Medal–winning collection of classic American rhymes, songs, and jingles.
Beautifully rendered illustrations accompany well-known nursery rhymes, counting-out games, skipping-rope songs, finger games, and other schoolyard classics beloved by generations of American children. Collected from across America, The Rooster Crows features rhymes both old and new, and will be a perfect addition to any child’s collection.
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About the Author
Maud Petersham was an internationally renowned writer and artist who helped define the modern picture book. Born to a deep-rooted American family in 1890, Maud attended Vassar College in 1912 and later studied at the New York School of Fine and Applied Art. She and her husband Miska worked prolifically for over fifty years, illustrating more than 120 books.
Born Petrezselyem Mihaly in Torokszentmiklos, Hungary, in 1888, Miska Petersham is an internationally renowned, Caldecott Medal–winning writer and artist who helped define the modern picture book. Educated at the Royal National School of Applied Artist in Budapest, he arrived in New York through Ellis Island in 1912. He and his wife Maud worked prolifically for over fifty years, illustrating more than 120 picture books.
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The Rooster Crows : A Book of American Rhymes and Jingles
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Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, 1969
ISBN 10: 0027731006
ISBN 13: 9780027731002
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Seller: More Than Words, Waltham, MA, U.S.A.
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The Rooster Crows : A Book of American Rhymes and Jingles
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ISBN 13: 9780027731002
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hardcover. Condition: Good. Petersham, Maud; Petersham, Miska (illustrator). Seller Inventory # mon0000430774
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The Rooster Crows : A Book of American Rhymes and Jingles
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ISBN 10: 0027731006
ISBN 13: 9780027731002
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Seller: Idaho Youth Ranch Books, Boise, ID, U.S.A.
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Condition: Acceptable. Petersham, Maud; Petersham, Miska (illustrator). A readable copy. All pages are intact, and the cover is intact (However the dust cover may be missing). Pages can include considerable notes--in pen or highlighter--but the notes cannot obscure the text. Book may be a price cutter or have a remainder mark. EX-LIBRARY. Seller Inventory # CU-02-08-07-0496
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The Rooster Crows : A Book of American Rhymes and Jingles
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Condition: good. Petersham, Maud; Petersham, Miska (illustrator). This is a retired library book with typical wear markings. May or may not have library stickers attached which will not be removed. Seller Inventory # MINV.0027731006.G
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ISBN 10: 0027731006
ISBN 13: 9780027731002
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Condition: Very Good. Petersham, Maud; Petersham, Miska (illustrator). Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00097270360
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The Rooster Crows : A Book of American Rhymes and Jingles
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Condition: Good. Petersham, Maud; Petersham, Miska (illustrator). Library Binding. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 4098028-75
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The Rooster Crows : A Book of American Rhymes and Jingles
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ISBN 13: 9780027731002
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Condition: Good. Petersham, Maud; Petersham, Miska (illustrator). Library Binding. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # GRP101967242
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ISBN 13: 9780027731002
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Hardcover. Condition: Good. Petersham, Maud; Petersham, Miska (illustrator). Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_323500377
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The Rooster Crows: A Book of American Rhymes and Jingles
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ISBN 10: 0027731006
ISBN 13: 9780027731002
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Seller: ThriftBooks-Reno, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Petersham, Maud; Petersham, Miska (illustrator). Former library book; Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0027731006I5N10
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The Rooster Crows: A Book of American Rhymes and Jingles
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ISBN 10: 0027731006
ISBN 13: 9780027731002
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Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Petersham, Maud; Petersham, Miska (illustrator). Former library book; Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0027731006I5N10