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There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly

By Pam Adams

What will the old lady swallow next—and can anything possibly catch that pesky fly?

playful colourful funny rhythmic

Pageticker community rating

Average score: 5

From 3 readers

Genres

Humour Classics Animals

What is There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly about?

Discover the hilarious tale of an old lady who swallows a fly—and then a whole host of other animals to catch it! With bright, funny illustrations by Pam Adams, this classic rhyme will have little ones giggling and guessing what comes next. Perfect for reading aloud, it’s a joyful introduction to rhythm, rhyme, and storytelling that children will want to enjoy again and again.

About the author

Pam Adams was a talented author and illustrator who created many beloved books for children. She is famous for her classic picture book 'There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly', which has delighted young readers for years. Pam enjoyed making stories fun and colourful, helping children discover the joy of reading.

Pages

16 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2000

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