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In *Rhyme Stew*, Roald Dahl revisits classic children’s rhymes, turning each into a humorous parody. The book contains fifteen poems, ranging from altered nursery rhymes to exaggerated, slapstick sagas. Illustrated with color maps and quirky drawings, the collection invites children to reimagine familiar verses in a new, entertaining form.
The poems are written in clean, accessible verse and are suitable for third‑grade readers, encouraging both reading practice and a fondness for playful language.
First publish date: 1989
Genre: Poetry/Narrative Poetry
Authors: Roald Dahl
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