Abrakadomebra: A 2nd Celebration Of Children's Verse
Index for Abrakadomebra 1 Eensy Weensy Spider(4) 2 Jack and Jill(10) 3 Jack and Jill(11) 4 Humpty Dumpty(3) 5 A Toot 6 Oh Milly Said Molly(15) 7 Oh Milly Said Molly(16) 8 A Finger 9 Lemony Pie 10 1-2-3-4 11 Fiona Fish 12 Michael 13 Uncle Jimmy and Uncle Matt 14 Dona Carmen(2) 15 Lizzie P. 16 The Partridge 17 Goldfish 18 Ladies and Gentlemen 19 Eensy Weensy Spider(5) 20 Eensy Weensy Spider(6) 21 Eensy Weensy Spider(7) 22 Dona Carmen(3) 23 Miss Fish 24 A Woman of Means 25 Thursday Was A Beautiful Day 26 Time Is of the Essence 27 Frosty(5) 28 Oh Milly Said Molly(17) 29 Oh Milly Said Molly(18) 30 Oh Milly Said Molly(19) 31 Oh Milly Said Molly(20) 32 Oh Milly Said Molly(21) 33 Fireman Roger(8) 34 Three Blind Mice(2) 35 Three Blind Mice(3) 36 Oh, Mr. Moon(9) 37 Oh, Mr. Moon(10) 38 Oh, Mr. Moon(11) 39 Fireman Roger(10) 40 Fireman Roger(11) 41 Benny the Blackbird(5) 42 Benny the Blackbird(6) 43 Benny the Blackbird(7) 44 Benny the Blackbird(8) 45 Row Row Row Your Boat 46 Once I Met A Little Snake 47 Once I Helped A Little Snake 48 Lily Pad(1) 49 Lily Pad(2) 50 Lily Pad(3) 51 Lily Pad(4) 52 Lily Pad(5) 53 Eeny Meany Miney Moe 54 Fee Fie Foe Fum 55 Winky Worm(2) 56 Winky Worm(3) 57 Winky Worm(4) 58 Winky Worm(5) 59 Winky Worm(6) 60 Jack and Jill(12) 61 Jack and Jill(13) 62 The Corn Is Green 63 Silly Sally(2) 64 The Clock's Little Hands(1) 65 The Clock's Little Hands(2) 66 Grandpa Told Grandma(1) 67 Grandpa Told Grandma(2) 68 Grandpa Told Grandma(3) 69 Grandpa Told Grandma(4) 70 Oh Milly Said Molly(22) 71 Grandpa Told Grandma(5) 72 Grandpa Told Grandma(6) 73 Jack and Jill(14) 74 Jack and Jill(15) 75 Jack and Jill(16) 76 Oh Milly Said Molly(23) 77 Little Bo Peep(4) 78 Old Mrs. James Hill(4) 79 Old Mrs. James Hill(5) 80 Old Mrs. James Hill(6) 81 Ph. D. 82 Butterfly(4) 83 Traveling Bug(4) 84 Traveling Bug(5) 85 Traveling Bug(6) 86 Traveling Bug(7) 87 Traveling Bug(8) 88 Humpty Dumpty(4) 89 Chocolate 90 No Change 91 Socks That Have Toes 92 Two Girls 93 There Was A House 94 Up In The Treehouse 95 Patty's Parlor 96 Little Dorothy 97 Queen Kathleen 98 The Little Town By The Sea 99 Old Red Trolley 100 Little Hannah's Playhouse(1) THE END OF INDEX FOR ABRAKADOMEBRA Abrakadomebra (1) Eensy Weensy Spider(4) The eensy weensy spider Could not find one shoe It looked in every tiny corner It looked in every flue Now the eensy weensy spider Still crawls its normal range But if we could see its shoeprints They would indeed be strange. (2) Jack and Jill(10) Jack and Jill Went up the hill To visit the Doctors Gray Jill fell down And stained her gown Jack said, "Let's just play." (3) Jack and Jill(11) Jack and Jill Ran down the hill The sky had gotten dark One fell down We're not sure which Then dogs began to bark. (4) Humpty Dumpty(3) Humpty Dumpty Sat on the wall Humpty Dumpty Had a close call He almost fell And cracked his shell The rest of the day Had a pall. (5) A Toot Janis said she played the organ Jackie said she played the flute When they one day played together Not a soul gave a toot! (6) Oh Milly Said Molly(15) "Oh Milly," said Molly "Have you cleared the table?" "Oh Molly," said Milly "As soon as I feel able." "Please hurry," said Molly "I'd like to cook some dates." "For whom?" asked Milly "Bill and Linda Gates?" (7) Oh Milly Said Molly(16) "Oh Milly," said Molly "We've lost another kitty." "Oh Molly," said Milly "Isn't it a pity?" "Oh Milly," said Molly "I think I'll have a drink." "Fix two," said Milly "We both are on the brink." (8) A Finger A finger into the chocolate Now lick the finger clean A mom who weekly bakes us brownies Is a mom who's quite a queen. (9) Lemony Pie Lemony pie, limey pie Janie says her doll can't cry Cherry mousse, chocolate mousse, Once a gander saw a goose. (10) 1-2-3-4 1-2-3-4 Open the door Of the store 5-6-7-8 Close its gate It's getting late. (11) Fiona Fish Fiona Fish made a wish-- Her beau would request her hand Not only did the wish come true Her dad said the chap wants two! (12) Michael Michael rowed the boat ashore Then sat down to think some more The river was deep and very wide-- How to cross yet save his hide? (13) Uncle Jimmy and Uncle Matt Uncle Jimmy and Uncle Matt Arrived for Thanksgiving dinner Uncle Matt was the same old cat But Uncle Jimmy looked thinner. (14) Dona Carmen(2) Dona Carmen swept the floor Then sat down to clean no more When her husband arrived for his meal He deduced his wife short of zeal. (15) Lizzie P. Lizzie P's picky mother Told Lizzie's little brother He must never kiss another Toad in the road. (16) The Partridge The partridge in the Christmas tree Tried to sing with glee But not one note would venture forth As long as the bird faced north The partridge in the Christmas tree Spied a chrome-like ball And while it tried to see its face Someone changed the ornament's place. (17) Goldfish Goldfish swim in grandma's pool The evening sun lets the water cool. (18) Ladies and Gentlemen Ladies and gentlemen Your attention please See a cat with nine lives And see a dog with fleas. (19) Eensy Weensy Spider(5) The eensy weensy spider Took an eensy weensy hike One of its boots fell in the gutter Made the eensy hiker mutter. (20) Eensy Weensy Spider(6) The eensy weensy spider Longed for a lollipop Arriving at the store wasn't funny-- The owner couldn't see the eensy money. (21) Eensy Weensy Spider(7) For the eensy weensy spider It was love at first sight Another spider looked so good It wished it had a bite. (22) Dona Carmen(3) Dona Carmen had a secret Place to keep her change The only soul the dame would trust Was the maid who came to dust. (23) Miss Fish Once Miss Fish went looking For her bedroom slippers But all she could find In front or behind Were just two moldy kippers. (24) A Woman of Means A woman of means Flew to New Orleans To visit her sister, Claire While she was there She got quite a scare To see so many youth In their teens! (25) Thursday Was A Beautiful Day Thursday was a beautiful day In rained incessantly Friday proved to be even better-- The snow fell to one's knee. (26) Time Is of the Essence Time is of the essence Lime is of the earth The moon and stars are of the heavens Who can guage their worth? (27) Frosty(5) Frosty one day had the fear Another springtime Was drawing near He said good-bye To all his friends-- The cats, the dogs, And Frank the fly. (28) Oh Milly Said Molly(17) "Oh Milly," said Molly "I had the strangest dream." "Oh Molly," said Milly, "I'm sure it was a scream." "A prince," said Molly "Asked me my name." "I'm sure," said Milly "You said puddintane!" (29) Oh Milly Said Molly(18) "Oh Milly," said Molly "I feel I'm going downhill." "Oh Molly," said Milly "I think I've just the pill." "No, thank you," said Molly "I'd like a clear mind." "Why Molly," said Milly, "That would be a find!" (30) Oh Milly Said Molly(19) "Oh Milly," said Molly "Last night I couldn't sleep." "How strange," said Milly "I didn't hear a peep." "Oh Milly," said Molly "It seems I have a rash." "That figures," said Milly "When what we need is cash." (31) Oh Milly Said Molly(20) "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." (32) Oh Milly Said Molly(21) "Oh Milly," said Molly "This was on sale." "Oh Molly," said Milly "That's the usual tale." "Oh Milly," asked Molly "You think it's just junk?" "I think," Molly said, "It's either junk or bunk." (33) Fireman Roger(8) Fireman Roger and his wife Chose to make a sacrifice-- For one full year each was a sport And made good use of mass transport. (34) Three Blind Mice(2) Three blind mice went to hear Whatever they could in the wood What they couldn't hear or touch They swore didn't matter that much. (35) Three Blind Mice(3) Three blind mice went to sea But could not really see, of course What they could do, you might say, Was to wish upon a fish! (36) Oh, Mr. Moon(9) "Oh Mr. Moon, It will be great-- The day I can finally skate." "Child, you are destined For many victories, Just don't get started so late." (37) Oh, Mr. Moon(10) "Oh, Mr. Moon, I'm so sad, I found my hamster dead." "Life, my child Comes doubly clad-- Swathed in the good days And in the bad." (38) Fireman Roger(9) Fireman Roger and his sons Decided on no more hunting They went and bought A bat and ball-- Their new sport would be bunting. (39) Fireman Roger(10) Fireman Roger saw a cat But not up in a tree The cat was walking On the sidewalk Just like you and me. (40) Fireman Roger(11) Fireman Roger and his crew Cleaned the station well Every nook and cranny sparkled Just like a silver bell. (41) Benny the Blackbird(5) Benny the Blackbird Said, "I do." He was getting married At the age of two. He and his bride, Cindy Von Morguesharn, Would live in a corner Of her dad's red barn. (42) Benny the Blackbird(6) Benny the Blackbird Couldn't say third He also couldn't tell time But offer him a cent-- Or five or ten He'd always choose The Roosevelt dime. (43) Benny the Blackbird(7) Benny the Blackbird And his mom Searched for her uncle The Blackbird, Tom As soon as he saw them He let out a groan-- After shaking hands, They asked for a loan. (44) Benny the Blackbird(8) Benny the Blackbird Once saved the life Of a friendly farmer's wife When a tornado Was about to hit Benny rang the farm bell With one strong flit. (45) Row Row Row Row row row your boat Up the River Nile Merrily merrily merrily merrily Whistling all the while. Row row row your boat Down the River Nile Hastily hastily hastily hastily See yon crocodile. (46) Once I Met a Little Snake Once I met a little snake That wished to bake a cake "With no arms," I asked it "Tell me how you bake." It looked at me a moment As if quite confused "That's all right," it answered, "All snakes' cakes are fakes!" (47) Once I Helped A Little Snake Once I helped a little snake Get across the road Then about fifteen Frogs showed up And all began to croak: "Now who'd agree to help a snake But not a single toad?" (48) Lily Pad(1) Lily pad, lily pad Aren't you glad? Always in the water Whether sane or mad. (49) Lily Pad(2) Lily pad, lily pad Where's your flower? It will soon return-- Maybe in an hour. (50) Lily Pad(3) Lily pad, lily pad Take some time for fun Oh, don't you mind me-- I usually take the sun. (51) Lily Pad(4) Lily pad, lily pad You'll never be a fad Lily pad, lily pad, I never see you sad. (52) Lily Pad(5) Lily pad, lily pad You're never in the shade Therefore my lily lad You'll never have it made. (53) Eeny Meany Miney Moe Eeny meany miney moe Out of the bed and up to go! The early bird Catches we know what-- There's a bird That's hot to trot. (54) Fee Fie Foe Fum Fee fie foe fum Your man will have A bit of rum! Fum foe fie fee He'll get no rum But a nice hot tea! (55) Winky Worm(2) Winky Worm peeped all around Taking in the beautiful day A sleepy sun warmed Winky's back As he lay on a burlap sack. (56) Winky Worm(3) Someone came and dug around From Winky there was not a sound Someone left with a pail of worms And, Winky wondered, how many germs? (57) Winky Worm(4) Winky Worm May need some glasses-- When he thinks he sees mules, It turns out they're asses! (58) Winky Worm(5) Winky Worm spied a Reece's piece Almost buried by forgotten fleece He sauntered over for a better look Then pushed the sweet over to his nook. (59) Winky Worm(6) Winky Worm tried to do some math Seated alongside a quiet path Along came Rosa, who made Winky squirm-- Once he'd seen Rosa's wrath. (60) Jack and Jill(12) Jack and Jill Went up the hill To buy a bit of cheese Jack fell down Sure as you please, Jill said, Just look at those knees! (61) Jack and Jill(13) Jack and Jill Put on their skates The pond's ice Was nice and thick Jack gave Jill A bit of a shove Off she went, Cooing like a dove. (62) The Corn Is Green The corn is green This time of the year And bugs fly far and near The yellow kernels Will taste just great With beef bar-b-que, Ice tea and mate. (63) Silly Sally(2) Silly Sally took up sports But then developed warts She went to the doctor Who said, Dear me, Treating those pests Will take quite a fee! (64) The Clock's Little Hands(1) The clock's little hands Are almost still Go for a battery No time to kill! (65) The Clock's Little Hands(2) The clock's little hands Go round and round Mommy's working hands Make no sound. (66) Grandpa Told Grandma(1) Grandpa told grandma He guessed he'd go to bed Grandma said: Okay, dear, Then her face turned red. (67) Grandpa Told Grandma(2) Grandpa told grandma He needed a new suit Grandma told grandpa She needed a new coot! (68) Grandpa Told Grandma(3) Grandpa told grandma She looked a little pale Grandma told grandpa, Relax, there's no more ale. (69) Grandpa Told Grandma(4) Grandpa told grandma A friend kicked the bucket Grandma told grandpa: Decided he'd chuck it! (70) Oh Milly Said Molly(22) "Oh Milly," said Molly "What to do for lunch?" "Oh Molly," said Milly "I haven't the slightest hunch." "Oh Milly," said Molly "I think I feel like noodles." "Oh great," said Milly "Then I shall cook us oodles!" (71) Grandpa Told Grandma(5) Grandpa told grandma He wanted something sweet Grandma told grandpa He promised not to cheat. (72) Grandpa Told Grandma(6) Grandpa told grandma Junior's kids should study! Grandma told grandpa: Their feet are always muddy! (73) Jack and Jill(14) Jack and Jill Went up the hill To fetch a dozen eggs Jack fell down And broke his crown Your need, said Jill, Four legs! (74) Jack and Jill(15) Jack and Jill Went to the lake It was summertime The swim was fun As well as the snack Then both lay in the sun. (75) Jack and Jill(16) Jack and Jill Climbed up a rock To get a better view What they saw Was quite a shock-- Garbage somebody threw. (76) Oh Milly Said Molly(23) "Oh Milly," said Molly "I'd love to take a trolley." "Oh Molly," said Milly "Right now it's take your bath." "Oh Milly," said Molly "Remember mother's bubbles?" "Those bubbles," said Milly, "Brought on mother's troubles!" (77) Little Bo Peep(4) Little Bo Peep and her sheep All began to scuttle Cold winds and rain Blew mercilessly, Causing them to huddle. (78) Old Mrs. James Hill(4) Old Mrs. James Hill Went to the window sill Outside she spied The loveliest bride But her flowers, get this, Were dried! (79) Old Mrs. James Hill(5) Old Mrs. James Hill Hated the word kill Whenever she heard A hunter speak She'd drink her ale and shriek. (80) Old Mrs. James Hill(6) Old Mrs. James Hill Tried to draw a cat Its feet were wrong Its ears too long It looked to the dame like a rat. (81) Ph. D. Shelby's mom had a Ph.D. She always made Shel spell One fine day on a shopping spree Shelby said, "Mom, spell mademoiselle!" (82) Butterfly(4) Butterfly Don't go so high You might run out of sky Butterfly Don't go so low Lest you stub a toe. (83) Traveling Bug(4) Traveling Bug Stayed at home-- Christmas was not To be missed Traveling Bug Got a gift-- A delicious piece Of the Christmas list! (84) Traveling Bug(5) Traveling Bug Packed her bag She planned to be gone A week Traveling Bug Visited her sister, Who lives in the house Of a Greek. (85) Traveling Bug(6) Traveling Bug Overate Then searched for some relief Traveling Bug Went on a diet Then dreamed every night Of beef! (86) Traveling Bug(7) Traveling Bug Bought new shoes She'd struggled making The choice Traveling Bug's Sister called-- She'd fallen off the Greek's Rolls-Royce! (87) Traveling Bug(8) Traveling Bug Flew to Rio She wanted to see A foreign beach Traveling Bug Found a cocktail Its contents included A lime and a leech. (88) Humpty Dumpty(4) Humpty Dumpty Sat on a wall Humpty Dumpty Placed a phone call All the king's horses and All the king's men Considered this egg A mere know-it-all. (89) Chocolate Chocolate here, chocolate there Chocolate everywhere Chocolate early, chocolate late Chocolate even for the fishbait! (90) No Change Once the familiar Met up with the strange Both then agreed That they saw no change. (91) Socks That Have Toes Helping Mommy To wash the clothes I put in the socks That have those toes. (92) Two Girls Two girls in the gazebo One expects a baby The other doesn't know Or rather she pretends so. (93) There Was A House There was a house With many windows Once a balloon passed by A man sat reading Near one of the windows Many thought him shy. (94) Up In The Treehouse Up in the treehouse Up in the tree Two boys hid eating chocolates That weren't sugar-free. (95) Patty's Parlor Patty's parlor Was spic-and-span The portrait on the wall Was of her cousin, Dan. (96) Little Dorothy Little Dorothy wanted forty Candles on her B-day cake Little Dorothy's jolly dad Said life with kids was Not so bad. (97) Queen Kathleen Janie wore a witch's hat The day was Halloween Katie wore lots of make-up She was Queen Kathleen. (98) The Little Town By The Sea The little town by the sea Was just as quiet as could be Someone smoking set it afire Thus it lost a church And a spire. (99) Old Red Trolley Looking out the window Just me and my dolly We see workers scurrying To catch the old red Trolley. (100) Little Hannah's Playhouse Little Hannah's playhouse Sat quietly in the fog Little Hannah's dad had Got it from a catalog. THE END OF "ABRAKADOMEBRA" Thanks for reading! ������ ������
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