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It's time to celebrate National Mother Goose Day on May 1! This day is dedicated to the magical and whimsical world of Mother Goose, an iconic figure from children’s literature. It is a celebration of the stories that have delighted generations of children with their imaginative characters and funny rhymes. The day was first established in 1987 to honor the legacy of Mother Goose and her beloved tales. So invite your family and friends over for some fun activities, such as story-telling, singing nursery rhymes, or baking your favorite Mother Goose-inspired treats!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Origin of Mother Goose</div><div class='timeline-text'>The term "Mother Goose" starts gaining traction in the English-speaking world as a writer of fairy tales and nursery rhymes.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1881</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Mother Goose in Ragland Road</div><div class='timeline-text'>Artist and writer Randolph Caldecott illustrates the seminal Mother Goose nursery rhyme collection, 'The Diverting History of John Gilpin.'</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1916</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>"Real Mother Goose"</div><div class='timeline-text'>The "Real Mother Goose", a collection of traditional nursery rhymes, is published and solidifies the popularity of these stories in mainstream culture.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1953</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Disney Animation Feature</div><div class='timeline-text'>Disney produces an animated short film based on 'Mother Goose Rhymes' adding to the popularity of the childhood nursery tales.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1987</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Mother Goose Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Founded by Gloria T. Delamar in conjunction with the publication of her book 'Mother Goose: From Nursery to Literature,' National Mother Goose Day is celebrated for the first time.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>Present</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Modern Celebrations</div><div class='timeline-text'>People worldwide celebrate Mother Goose Day every May 1, honoring the enduring charm and creativity of these classic nursery rhymes.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Read a Mother Goose Book</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Pick up your favorite book of Mother Goose rhymes and enjoy some classic tales.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a nursery rhyme craft</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Search online for nursery rhyme crafts that you can make with your children. From paper plate sheep to three little pigs puppets, the possibilities are endless.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Sing Mother Goose songs</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather the family together and sing your favorite Mother Goose songs. Old MacDonald Had a Farm, Jack and Jill, and Humpty Dumpty are all popular favorites.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Dress up as your favorite character</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Whether it's Little Bo Peep or Mary Quite Contrary, dress up as your favorite character from a Mother Goose story and put on a show for your family.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a Mother Goose museum</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Visit a museum dedicated to Mother Goose and explore the different stories, art, and memorabilia from the past.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It celebrates the joy and bond of motherhood</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Mother Goose Day is a day for honoring not just mothers, but also the love and connection between parent and child. It's a time to celebrate the deep bond that exists between mother and child, as well as the stories, songs and rhymes passed down from one generation to another.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It honors classic stories</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Mother Goose rhymes are some of the most beloved stories in the world. They bring us back to our childhoods with their simple rhymes and whimsical tales. Whether you prefer "Little Miss Muffet" or "Humpty Dumpty," these tales have captivated generations of children with their charm and wit!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages creative expression</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Not only are Mother Goose stories full of fun and adventure, but they also provide an opportunity for children (and adults) to express their creativity. From making up new verses for an old rhyme to writing a modern take on a classic story, National Mother Goose Day is a great way to get those creative juices flowing!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Mother Goose is Not a Real Person</h3><p class='facts-content'>Despite bearing the name "Mother Goose," no historical figure actually goes by that name. Instead, it is a fictitious persona that has been used as the author of a collection of fairy tales and nursery rhymes in numerous versions and translations around the world.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>There are more than 400 Mother Goose Rhymes</h3><p class='facts-content'>The canon of Mother Goose is vast, representing a rich tapestry of tradition and culture. The rhymes have complex origins, drawn from folk traditions, ancient mythologies, aristocratic banter, street cries, and playwrights' quips.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Charles Perrault was the First to Use the Term 'Mother Goose'</h3><p class='facts-content'>The term 'Mother Goose' was first used by Charles Perrault, a French author in 1697, in the title of his book: 'Tales from My Mother Goose'. His collection of fairy tales marked the beginning of the fairy tale genre.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Mother Goose Tales Transcend Cultural Barriers</h3><p class='facts-content'>The stories attributed to Mother Goose are told around the globe. They have been translated into many languages, and each culture has its version of these traditional tales, denoting the broad appeal and universal themes of these rhymes.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Mother Goose Rhymes Are Educational</h3><p class='facts-content'>Aside from being entertaining, Mother Goose rhymes are also educational. They help children develop language skills, mathematical logic, and understanding of cultural history. The rhymes' rhythmic, repetitive nature aids memory and recall, a vital aspect of early learning.</p></div></div>
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