Rock-a-Bye Rumpus

playful · lively · cosy · interactive

Genres

What is Rock-a-Bye Rumpus about?

Join in with a lively collection of action poems, nursery rhymes and songs for babies and young children. Little listeners can wiggle their fingers, stamp their feet, hop, skip, splash in the bath and snuggle down for bedtime. Familiar favourites such as “Incy Wincy Spider” and “Hush, Little Baby” appear alongside playful new poems by Julia Donaldson and other contemporary poets. Sebastien Braun’s bright, expressive illustrations bring every rhyme to life, making this a joyful book to share aloud and act out together.

About the author

Julia Donaldson is a much-loved British author who has written many wonderful books for children. She is best known for creating 'The Gruffalo', a story about a clever mouse and a magical creature. Julia often works with illustrator Axel Scheffler to bring her fun and imaginative stories to life.