{"title":"Jennifer Griffin","description":"\u003cp\u003eJennifer Griffin's work delves into the rich tapestry of \u003cem\u003earts and culture\u003c\/em\u003e, offering insightful perspectives that blend tradition with contemporary understanding. Her books, such as \u003cstrong\u003eA Modern Parents' Guide to Nursery Rhymes\u003c\/strong\u003e, explore familiar themes with warmth and clarity, providing readers with fresh appreciation for timeless subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're looking to deepen your knowledge of cultural heritage or seeking thoughtful guides that connect past and present, Griffin's writing invites engagement and reflection. Her gentle yet informative style makes complex topics accessible to a wide audience.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"a-modern-parents-guide-to-nursery-rhymes-by-jennifer-griffin-9781523512355","title":"A Modern Parents' Guide to Nursery Rhymes","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s two o’clock in the morning, and you’re going to hum your baby back to sleep with... \u003cem\u003eThe Simpsons\u003c\/em\u003e theme song? Help is here: \u003cem\u003eA Modern Parents’ Guide to Nursery Rhymes\u003c\/em\u003e is the crash course for every new mum or dad who wants to give their child the simple pleasures of traditional nursery rhymes but can’t remember a single one past the first line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith its hip approach, witty headnotes, smart packaging, and link to an album of downloadable music, \u003cem\u003eA Modern Parents’ Guide to Nursery Rhymes\u003c\/em\u003e (previously published as \u003cem\u003eHumpty Who?\u003c\/em\u003e) is the ultimate curated collection of 75 classic poems, songs, lullabies, rounds, and riddles. Once upon a time, every parent knew all about \"Little Jack Horner\" and \"Oh Mr. Sun\", \"Little Miss Muffet\" and the \"Three Blind Mice\", \"Mary Had a Little Lamb\" and \"Shoo Fly\". And now, you will, too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlus, readers will learn the intricate finger ballet called \"Itsy Bitsy Spider\", how to play the game of finding Thumbkin, act out \"I’m a Little Teapot\", or get their child rocking giddily to \"Banbury Cross\". In addition, there are explanations for curious children (and grown-ups) – for example, what exactly a \"tuffet\" is, how to make \"pease porridge\", and what else on the bus goes around in addition to the wheels. Suggestions for reciting poetry of the greats – Shakespeare, Blake, Emily Dickinson; tips on how to improvise; and the secret to an \"Om\" that just might abate the next munchkin meltdown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe downloadable album features the rocking “Hell’s Kitchen Moms and Babes Ensemble,” and is both great to play for baby and a fun way for parents to learn the music that goes along with many of the rhymes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47423757910252,"sku":"9781523512355","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/81rOTS6sQ6L._SL1500.jpg?v=1774429774"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/jennifer-griffin.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}