Abrakadeebra: A Celebration Of Children's Verse No. 1 Index for Abrakadeebra. 1 The River 2 Fort Knox 3 Alpha Blocks 4 Doña Carmen(1) 5 Young Shea(2) 6 Roses That Are Red 7 Humpty Dumpty(2) 8 Kitty Kitty 9 The Slow Days of Winter 10 Mommy's Little Chatterbox 11 Swing 12 Jimmy clout 13 The Merry-Go-Round in Winter 14 Hey Diddle Diddle(3) 15 Nelson Shriver 16 On A Tuesday 17 Oh Milly Said Molly(4) 18 Tiny Tatiana(2) 19 Tiny Tatiana(3) 20 Tiny Tatiana(4) 21 Paul 22 Crystal Loves the Shade 23 Winky Worm(1) 24 Oh Milly Said Molly(5) 25 Oh Milly Said Molly(6) 26 Oh Milly Said Molly(7) 27 Oh Milly Said Molly(8) 28 You Will Be Queen 29 A Land That Had No Silk 30 Mary Todd Lincoln 31 Mr. and Mrs. 32 Timmy Turtle(1) 33 Here We Go(2) 34 Here We Go(3) 35 Here We Go(4) 36 Little Billy Bedbug 37 Little Maynard Rushmore 38 What The Cat Dragged In 39 Ringing Up Daddy 40 Oh, Mr. Moon(6) 41 Oh, Mr. Moon(7) 42 Oh Milly Said Molly(9) 43 Oh, Mr. Moon(8) 44 Jack Sprat(2) 45 Jack Sprat(3) 46 Jack and Jill(6) 47 Near A Heath 48 Silly Sally 49 On My Skates 50 Oh Milly Said Molly(10) 51 My Cuppa 52 Oh Milly Said Molly(11) 53 Jack and Jill(7) 54 Jack and Jill(8) 55 Homework 56 Timmy Turtle(2) 57 Oh Milly Said Molly(12) 58 Oh Milly Said Molly(13) 59 Jack and Jill(9) 60 Private School 61 Maria Paula 62 Roses Are Red 63 Texas Ranch 64 Fireman Roger(4) 65 Fireman Roger(5) 66 Fireman Roger(6) 67 Fireman Roger(7) 68 Young Shea(3) 69 Young Abe Lincoln(2) 70 Mary Ann 71 Benny the Blackbird(4) 72 Danny Duck(1) 73 Danny Duck(2) 74 Danny Duck(3) 75 Danny Duck(4) 76 Danny Duck(5) 77 Danny Duck(6) 78 Danny Duck(7) 79 Danny Duck(8) 80 Danny Duck(9) 81 Danny Duck(10) 82 Danny Duck(11) 83 Danny Duck(12) 84 Danny Duck(13) 85 Danny Duck(14) 86 Danny Duck(15) 87 Danny Duck(16) 88 Danny Duck(17) 89 Danny Duck(18) 90 Danny Duck(19) 91 Danny Duck(20) 92 Frosty(4) 93 Crazy Chris(1) 94 Crazy Chris(2) 95 Crazy Chris(3) 96 Oh Milly Said Molly(14) 97 A Little Bird 98 Prim Cindy Scallop 99 Red Apples, Red Plums 100 Eensy Weensy Spider(3) (1) The River The level of the river Rose and rose Everybody scrambled Feet and toes. Firemen rescued canines And felines Little Mandy yelled, "My valentines!" (2) Fort Knox Grandpa and Grandma Lived in a vineyard Their grandkids arrived In a big, long car. After the hugs, kisses And news, Grandpa said, "Not a Soul with shoes." Inside the vats Sans anklets or socks Everybody stomped The purplish grapes. Grandpa cheered, Played the music box Grandma yelled, "This is Worth Fort Knox!" (3) Alpha Blocks "Where are you blocks? I need a letter." "We're in the rec room, Where the light is better. Where are the kids Who once played with us?" "Why, now they're all grown-- Got kids of their own." (4) Doña Carmen(1) Doña Carmen cooked a stew In it she threw The nose of a gnu. Said her husband When he came from work, "Something's cooking Or I'm beserk!" (5) Young Shea(2) Young Shea went with Cathy To spend a day and night. They played and laughed, Popped corn and ate Then both were out Like a light. (6) Roses That Are Red Roses that are red Look great in any bed And African violets Nowadays wed! (7) Humpty Dumpty(2) Humpty Dumpty woke up cold Said, "Now I'm young, Will I grow old?" A girl egg sitting On another wall Said, "I'm young, too, Let's both have a ball." (8) Kitty Kitty "Here kitty kitty," Called Miss Jones, "Come and take Away these bones." But kitty didn't mind, She was playing on a log. Said, "What does she think-- I'm a dog?" (Later) "Here kitty kitty," Called Miss Jones, "Let's see if you'd like half a fish." Kitty, playing, Said, "Now she's talking. I hope it's placed in a pretty dish." (9) The Slow Days of Winter The slow days of winter Never seem to end. Many trees have no leaves. In summer the days Are like coin tricks-- The coin's there 'cause you see it; Then in a flash, it isn't. (10) Mommy's Little Chatterbox Mommy's little chatterbox Chatters away Chatters when it's sunny, Chatters when it's grey. Mommy's little chatterbox's Mouth is like a jeep-- Runs full speed Unless it's lunching Or asleep. (11) Swing Swing low, swing high See the world passing by. Swing high, swing low, Little ruddy faces all aglow. (12) Jimmy Clout Jimmy Clout Doesn't know What their math Is all about. Susan DeBeer Who sits quite near Tries to help Jimmy out. (13) The Merry-Go-Round in Winter The merry-go-round Quietly waits For children to come and play. It bravely suffers Sleet and cold While focused solely On April and May. (14) Hey Diddle Diddle(3) "Hey diddle diddle I'm stuck in the middle," The grilled beef told the bun. The warm bread laughed, Cleared its throat, Said, "Have no fear-- Lunchtime is near." (15) Nelson Shriver Nelson Shriver And his boys Sneaked off to buy Some brand-new toys. Upon arriving Where toys are sold, They saw Mrs. Shriver, Ready to scold. (16) On A Tuesday On a Tuesday Tommy Got lost in the mall. On a Wednesday it was He was finally found. It was on a Thursday The guards phoned his home. On a Friday, as it were, Was the big date-- To celebrate wee Tommy All the livelong day! (17) Oh Milly Said Molly(4) "Oh Milly," said Molly, "I think I'd like a bike." "Oh Molly," said Milly, "Remember that blue trike?" "Yes, Milly," said Molly, "I'd push you round and round." "Oh Molly," sighed Milly, "Weren't our lives profound!" (18) Tiny Tatiana(2) Tiny Tatiana Wanted some cake. Mommy said, “Wait Till you’re big and can bake.” (19) Tiny Tatiana(3) Tiny Tatiana Went to Japan. She learned to say In Japanese, “Yes” and “I can.” (20) Tiny Tatiana(4) Tiny Tatiana Makes mud pies. She has a sister, Hannah, Who never tells lies. (21) Paul Paul the P.E. teacher Met the Baptist preacher. One can’t run The other can’t preach-- Each is a different creature. (22) Crystal Loves the Shade Crystal loves the shade Valerie loves the sun As they live in Miami-Dade, The shade is scarce but the Sun is fun. (23) Winky Worm(1) Winky Worm checked the day It was perfectly right for play. After lunch big raindrops fell. Winky Worm left pell-mell. (24) Oh Milly Said Molly(5) "Oh Milly," said Molly "Look at this rose!" "Oh Molly," said Milly "The things one grows!" "Oh Milly," said Molly, "Shall I pose?" "Why Molly," said Milly, "If you cover that nose!" (25) Oh Milly Said Molly(6) "Oh Milly," said Molly "I’ve a back pain." "Oh Molly," said Milly "It must mean rain." "Oh Milly," said Molly "Do we come from Danes?" "Why Molly," said Milly, "We’ve always been Paynes." (26) Oh Milly Said Molly(7) "Oh Milly," said Molly "We’ve not heard from Polly." "Oh Molly," said Milly "Now there’s one who’s jolly!" "Oh Milly," said Molly "Let’s give her a ring." "How, Molly," asked Milly, "Will we size the thing?" (27) Oh Milly Said Molly(8) "Oh Milly," said Molly "This was mother’s hat." "Oh Molly," said Milly "I’d know that, of course." "Oh Milly," said Molly "Do you think I look nice?" "Oh Molly," said Milly "Just your head will suffice." (28) You Will Be Queen You will be queen Wherever you walk, Royalty Whenever you talk. Your face and its skin Your eyes and chin Entice and lie Beyond price. (29) A Land That Had No Silk Perry was a very Merry little boy He loved to drop a cherry In his chocolate milk. Every January He’d hear a missionary Tell of all their trials In a land that had no silk. (30) Mary Todd Lincoln Mary Todd Lincoln Was pronounced insane In her 57th year Her life had many Ups and downs, Including fancy gowns. (31) Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Thumb Got married in a church You’ll find each worked For Barnum’s circus If you do your research. (32) Timmy Turtle(1) Timmy Turtle Wore a smile— The last fly tasted good. Then his smile Became a frown-- He thought of the fly’s Short childhood! (33) Here We Go(2) Here we go Sliding down That thick green grass of home. Dolly dear Hold on tight You dare not break a bone. (34) Here We Go(3) Here we go In the night Back to the city lights. Grandma’s house Had some mice-- We kids dubbed Them knights. (35) Here We Go(4) Here we go One more year To the county fair. Dolly dear Look at you We must fix that hair! (36) Little Billy Bedbug Little Billy Bedbug Seemed to be quite snug Sleeping wee Janie Love Gave the gent a shove. (37) Little Maynard Rushmore Little Maynard Rushmore Doesn’t actually rush It’s just his last name, But how it makes him blush! (38) What The Cat Dragged In "What has the cat dragged in?" "Something that has no chin." "Well, see if it has a fin." "'I' see neither chin nor fin, but I think it does have a twin!" (39) Ringing Up Daddy Ringing up Daddy On my purple phone There’s no busy signal So Daddy isn’t home. (40) Oh, Mr. Moon(6) "Oh, Mr. Moon I'm so thrilled, I'm gonna have a wee sister!" "My child, I too, am pleased for you, Now on with those shoes or you've a blister!" (41) Oh, Mr. Moon(7) "Oh, Mr. Moon Kids grow so slow and all those places to go." "Be patient, my child, growth is dear-- and none of the sites will disappear." (42) Oh Milly, Said Molly(9) "Oh Milly," said Molly "Henry Ford was great." "Oh Molly," said Milly "Quite the potentate." "Oh Milly," said Molly, "All those lucky heirs." "And Molly," said Milly-- "the subsequent repairs!" (43) Oh, Mr. Moon(8) "Oh, Mr. Moon I'll visit you soon They say I've got a disease." "My child, I know that illness well-- in three days you'll be swell." (44) Jack Sprat(2) Jack Sprat had a wife who could not use a knife When the need arose to cut, She'd mumble, "tut, tut,tut." (45) Jack Sprat(3) Jack Sprat and his wife decided to divorce. When he packed his clothes to leave, each one's voice got hoarse. (46) Jack and Jill(6) Jack and Jill tried to kill the babe of a mother spider. In her fright she searched all night to find a place to hide her. (47) Near A Heath (Note: According to history, G.W. was the first man in N. America to wear false teeth.) George and Martha Washington lived quite near a heath. One day Martha said to George, "Why not wooden teeth?" (48) Silly Sally Silly Sally got up early to make a pot of broth. Watching her from the ceiling were the eyes of a big brown moth. (49) On My Skates On my skates I Roll around, Up and down the block. When a friend Comes and joins me, We both forget the clock! (50) Oh Milly Said Molly(10) "Oh Milly," said Molly "I can’t find a sock." "Oh Molly," said Milly "What color would it be?" "Oh Milly," said Molly "The color is white." "Why Molly," said Milly, "On the tail of the kite!" (51) My Cuppa My cuppa hot chocolate On a cold winter day Makes me feel so good. I have my parents’ TLC-- I wish all children could. (52) Oh Milly Said Molly(11) "Oh Milly," said Molly "You must eat your fruit." "But Molly," said Milly "It tastes like a boot." "Oh Milly," said Molly "You’re always beefing." "Oh Molly," said Milly— "Better than weeping." (53) Jack and Jill(7) Jack and Jill Went up the hill Just as long before. This time it was Jill fell down-- Jack could only frown. (54) Jack and Jill(8) Jack and Jill Went up the hill To change a dollar bill. Jack fell down, Broke we know what, Jill commenced to holler. (55) Homework There’s a reason for the season There’s a reason for the rain The reason for your homework is The fact you’ve got a brain. (56) Timmy Turtle(2) Timmy Turtle was so tickled-- Tomorrow was his birthday. Mrs. Turtle thought, “Oh my, How do I wrap a fly?” (57) Oh Milly Said Molly(12) "Oh Milly," asked Molly "Is this a type of stew?" "Oh Molly," said Milly "I don’t cook as you." "Oh Milly," asked Molly, "Isn’t that a slipper?" "No Molly," said Milly— "It’s just a chopped flipper." (58) Oh Milly Said Molly(13) "Oh Milly," said Molly "Papa liked his rum." "Ay Molly," said Milly "He made a good chum." "Oh Milly," said Molly, "You think he’s now at rest?" "Why Molly," said Milly— "All fathers know best." (59) Jack and Jill(9) Jack and Jill Both came down With something we all dread. When things got better Each wrote a letter Still to this day, They’re wed. (60) Private School The children sit in a circle Clap their hands and knees Each is full of life and love The parents pay their fees. (61) Maria Paula Maria Paula’s little face Is one that’s full of grace. It’s a perfect face we know Was never made with haste. (62) Roses Are Red Roses are red Sweethearts wed Violets are cute But oh, how mute! (63) Texas Ranch On their Texas ranch The two siblings played Under mom’s eagle eyes, The two never strayed. (64) Fireman Roger(4) Fireman Roger likes to camp With his family in the wood. The only problem is the fish-- They’d like to catch one if they could. (65) Fireman Roger(5) Fireman Roger and his crew As small children always knew They would one day try to save Many lives from an early grave. (66) Fireman Roger(6) Fireman Roger’s folks were proud-- The whole town loved their son. When there were fires to be put out Not a soul would doubt. (67) Fireman Roger(7) Fireman Roger loved his town He helped to pick up litter. All the folks who shared such love Could think of nothing fitter. (68) Young Shea(3) Shea and Sheila Sitting in a tree Both are cramming For a spelling bee. Along comes Barry, Who’s due to marry, Shea says, “Barry, Your life will soon Be hairy!” (69) Young Abe Lincoln(2) Young Abe Lincoln’s Real mom died Then he got a stepmom (his pa’s new bride). Old Abe loved this mom The rest of his days She taught him a million things, One was “Thinking pays.” (70) Mary Ann Mary Ann Thinks she can Spot a diamond In the sand. Brenda Rose Swears she knows Why each midnight Comes and goes. (71) Benny the Blackbird(4) Benny the Blackbird Wanted a worm But none would come out While Benny was about. Benny the Blackbird Then dressed as a snake A neighbor, Hans, Chased Benny with a rake. (72) Danny Duck(1) Danny Duck Waddles round the barnyard Danny Duck Convinces he’s a guard. (73) Danny Duck(2) Danny Duck Doesn’t sit to play Danny Duck Doesn’t stand to pray. (74) Danny Duck(3) In the barnyard Danny Duck Thinks it’s great to boast. But proud Danny in faraway China Would be somebody’s roast! (75) Danny Duck(4) Danny Duck says He lost a shoe. The rumor is, Not a shoe but a screw! (76) Danny Duck(5) Danny Duck Wishes he could spell P-L-A-Y-F-U-L. Danny Duck Wishes he could write— I like my barnyard Day or night. (77) Danny Duck(6) Danny Duck Kissed his mom One fine day When all was calm. (78) Danny Duck(7) Danny Duck And his dad Are usually quite happy Or usually quite sad. (79) Danny Duck(8) Danny Duck Asked his sister If she ever wished She were a mister. (80) Danny Duck(9) Grandmother Duck Told her grandson Danny The barnyard sometimes Seemed uncanny. (81) Danny Duck(10) Danny Duck’s Little sister died. All day he was quiet— That night, he cried. (82) Danny Duck(11) Danny Duck Took a trip Coming back Was a hop and skip. (83) Danny Duck(12) Danny Duck’s Birthday arrived At the pond Ducks splashed and dived. (84) Danny Duck(13) Danny Duck Thought himself cool His mom said, “Everybody’s Somebody’s fool.” (85) Danny Duck(14) Danny Duck Sat down to read Along came a cousin, Who said that’s where he peed. (86) Danny Duck(15) Danny Duck’s Owner’s name was Anne, who every time a soul said no, Said, “I can, I can.” (87) Danny Duck(16) Jimmy Bob Taylor Who worked for Danny’s owner Fell off the tractor And thought he was a goner. (88) Danny Duck(17) Anne peeped out the window The barnyard sounds were bliss. The ducks, geese, chickens, curs, All of them were hers. (89) Danny Duck(18) When Danny Duck Said he lacked A few more coins His mom just quacked. (90) Danny Duck(19) Danny Duck's Sister's boyfriend Once was a jack- Of-all-quacks. (91) Danny Duck(20) Danny, the great guardian Duck, At last ran out of luck All he ever was or knew Went into Anne’s Christmas stew. (92) Frosty(4) Frosty one day had the fear Another spring was drawing near. He said good-bye to all his friends-- The cats, the dogs, and Frank the fly. (93) Crazy Chris(1) Crazy Chris Built a crazy raft. Now he's searching For a crazy river. Any ideas, Any advice-- He'd like to hear From a taker or giver. (94) Crazy Chris(2) Crazy Chris Took the weirdest bus Loaded with creatures From the local zoo. The bus climbed hills, Then it coasted down. Said Crazy Chris, "Now if I'm not a clown!" (95) Crazy Chris(3) Crazy Chris Took his mom to eat. She ordered some flapjacks But please hold the flap. "Why, Mom," said Chris, "I quite declare, That's like a thin ginger But please hold the snap!" (96) Oh Milly Said Molly(14) "Oh Milly," said Molly, "I cannot take more heat." "Oh Molly," said Milly, "It's ice we have to eat." "Oh Milly," said Molly, "Won't that break our teeth?" "Ay, Molly," said Milly, "Our teeth and what's beneath." (97) A Little Bird A little bird told me It once had a nest. I said to the little bird, "So, tell me the rest." (98) Prim Cindy Scallop Prim Cindy Scallop Waited in the sea. She waited for that husband Who was never to be. (99) Red Apples, Red Plums Red apples, red plums My house is full of red. White tiles, white sink, A rose in the room is pink. (100) Eensy Weensy Spider(3) The eensy weensy spider Had eensy weensy eyes But those tiny orbs could see All there was from A to Z. The eensy weensy spider Dreamed of taking trips. It'd buy an eensy weensy ticket Then commence to lick it.
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