I am looking for historical and social background on a few children's folk songs for my music education class. The songs that I have to choose from include Polly Put the Kettle On, Mary Wore Her Red Dress, No one in the House but Dinah, Golden Ring Around the Susan Girl, Old Brass Wagon, Tideo, All Through the Night, Thanks for the Food, Alouette, Betty Martin, Miss Mary Mack, Music Alone Shall Live, The Colorado Trail, Pourquoi, Happiness Runs. I have found some information on The Colorado Trail, Music Alone Shall Live (a German round called Himmel und Erde), and Tideo. Any information would be greatly appreciated! It's been really difficult to find the background on these songs. Any different versions of lyrics or stories behind the characters or songs can be included in my paper. Thanks everyone for your help! I'll post all of my information after I gather it if you're interested.