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The Death and Burial of Poor Rooster Robin

A poem from Mother Goose's Nursery Rhymes

This poem comes from Mother Goose's Nursery Rhymes, a collection of traditional verses and rhymes that has been loved by children for generations. The original collection was illustrated by famous Victorian artists. This verse tells the story of Rooster Robin's funeral in the form of a question-and-answer ceremony. Each bird and animal plays a part in honouring their friend. The poem reflects its era; a few period terms have been modernised. The story teaches children about community, roles and working together, even in sad times.

Band

Yellow · Emerging readersTypical starting range: ages 6–8

Length

medium · about 551 words in 6 sections · 4 pictures

Source

Mother Goose's Nursery Rhymes, John Gilbert, Walter Crane, John Tenniel, Harrison Weir and Johann Baptist Zwecker

First published

see the About page in the reader

Regions

Canada · United States

Included formats

• · Web reader and PDF
• · EPUB for e-readers
• · Home-print sheet
• · Folded booklet
• · Binder edition (8.5 × 11)
• · Worksheet
• · Quick Check (8 questions) with answer key
• · Read-aloud script
• · Colouring page
• · Teacher’s Edition (members)

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