Old Mother Hubbard and Her Dog

"Old Mother Hubbard and Her Dog" by Unknown is an entertaining children's poem originating in the early 1800s. The book tells the story of an old woman and her dog as they run errands and get into funny adventures. The poem begins with Old Mother Hubbard trying to find a bone for her furry friend, only to find the cupboard bare. As she does different tasks, the dog plays around in silly ways, like doing a headstand and riding a goat—the humorous and amazing turn of events lead to a charming exchange where the dame and her dog greet each other with respect. The poem shares a magical world where animals act like people and shows the fun relationship between Old Mother Hubbard and her pet dog.