This novel in verse puts a spin on the classic titular song. It has a "Wild West" setting with anthropomorphic animals singing about a lady they are expecting.

Students can learn several things from this book: How to organize parties, learning the culture and landscape of canyons and deserts. Students can also learn some country music too. Also, the guest all of the animals are preparing for is a book seller. So this could incentivize students to read more.

Reading Level: Primary
Genre: Poetry

She'll be comin round the mountain written by Philemon Sturges is about community of animals that take place in the south west area. The story is new verision to the famous song "She be coming around the mountain" these southwestern animals are getting together singing and dancing waiting for this mysterious woman to come! When she finally comes she has gift for everyone, Books! The book would be great for second through third grade. The activity would be to students make a poem about one of their family memebers or friend visiting them.