The Itsy Bitsy Spider

Here are the lyrics to the popular nursery rhyme “The Itsy Bitsy Spider”:

Verse: The itsy bitsy spider climbed up the water spout.
Down came the rain and washed the spider out.
Out came the sun and dried up all the rain,
And the itsy bitsy spider climbed up the spout again.

Alternate Verse: The spider climbed up the spout again,
The rain came down and washed him away.
The sun came out and dried up the rain,
And the itsy bitsy spider climbed up the spout again.

This rhyme is often accompanied by hand movements that mimic the actions of the spider climbing up and down, making it a fun and interactive song for children.

Hickory Dickory Dock

Here are the lyrics to the nursery rhyme “Hickory Dickory Dock”:

Verse 1: Hickory Dickory Dock,
The mouse ran up the clock,
The clock struck one,
The mouse ran down,
Hickory Dickory Dock.

Verse 2: Hickory Dickory Dock,
The mouse ran up the clock,
The clock struck two,
The mouse said “boo,”
Hickory Dickory Dock.

Verse 3: Hickory Dickory Dock,
The mouse ran up the clock,
The clock struck three,
The mouse said “whee,”
Hickory Dickory Dock.

Verse 4: Hickory Dickory Dock,
The mouse ran up the clock,
The clock struck four,
The mouse said “no more,”
Hickory Dickory Dock.

Verse 5: Hickory Dickory Dock,
The mouse ran up the clock,
The clock struck five,
The mouse did a dive,
Hickory Dickory Dock.

This rhyme is often used to teach children about numbers and time, and the repetition makes it easy for young learners to remember and recite.

Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star

Here are the lyrics to the classic nursery rhyme “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star”:

Verse 1: Twinkle, twinkle, little star,
How I wonder what you are!
Up above the world so high,
Like a diamond in the sky.
Twinkle, twinkle, little star,
How I wonder what you are!

Verse 2: When the blazing sun is gone,
When he nothing shines upon,
Then you show your little light,
Twinkle, twinkle, all the night.
Twinkle, twinkle, little star,
How I wonder what you are!

Verse 3: Then the traveler in the dark
Thanks you for your tiny spark;
He could not see which way to go,
If you did not twinkle so.
Twinkle, twinkle, little star,
How I wonder what you are!

Verse 4: In the dark blue sky you keep,
And often through my curtains peep,
For you never shut your eye
Till the sun is in the sky.
Twinkle, twinkle, little star,
How I wonder what you are!

These lyrics are a traditional version, with variations sometimes used in different renditions. The rhyme is well-loved for its simple melody and repetitive structure, making it easy for young children to sing along.

Hokey Pokey

Here are the lyrics to the classic song “Hokey Pokey”:

Verse 1: You put your right hand in,
You put your right hand out,
You put your right hand in,
And you shake it all about.
You do the Hokey Pokey
And you turn yourself around,
That’s what it’s all about!

Chorus: Hokey Pokey, pokey,
Hokey Pokey, pokey,
Hokey Pokey, pokey,
That’s what it’s all about!

Verse 2: You put your left hand in,
You put your left hand out,
You put your left hand in,
And you shake it all about.
You do the Hokey Pokey
And you turn yourself around,
That’s what it’s all about!

(Chorus)

Verse 3: You put your right foot in,
You put your right foot out,
You put your right foot in,
And you shake it all about.
You do the Hokey Pokey
And you turn yourself around,
That’s what it’s all about!

(Chorus)

Verse 4: You put your left foot in,
You put your left foot out,
You put your left foot in,
And you shake it all about.
You do the Hokey Pokey
And you turn yourself around,
That’s what it’s all about!

(Chorus)

The song continues with various parts of the body, and often includes playful variations. The Hokey Pokey is a fun, interactive dance song that encourages movement and participation.

This Old Man

Here are the lyrics to the popular nursery rhyme “This Old Man”:

Verse 1: This old man, he played one,
He played knick-knack on my thumb.
With a knick-knack paddywhack, give a dog a bone,
This old man came rolling home.

Verse 2: This old man, he played two,
He played knick-knack on my shoe.
With a knick-knack paddywhack, give a dog a bone,
This old man came rolling home.

Verse 3: This old man, he played three,
He played knick-knack on my knee.
With a knick-knack paddywhack, give a dog a bone,
This old man came rolling home.

Verse 4: This old man, he played four,
He played knick-knack on my door.
With a knick-knack paddywhack, give a dog a bone,
This old man came rolling home.

Verse 5: This old man, he played five,
He played knick-knack on my hive.
With a knick-knack paddywhack, give a dog a bone,
This old man came rolling home.

Verse 6: This old man, he played six,
He played knick-knack on my sticks.
With a knick-knack paddywhack, give a dog a bone,
This old man came rolling home.

Verse 7: This old man, he played seven,
He played knick-knack up in heaven.
With a knick-knack paddywhack, give a dog a bone,
This old man came rolling home.

Verse 8: This old man, he played eight,
He played knick-knack on my gate.
With a knick-knack paddywhack, give a dog a bone,
This old man came rolling home.

Verse 9: This old man, he played nine,
He played knick-knack on my spine.
With a knick-knack paddywhack, give a dog a bone,
This old man came rolling home.

Verse 10: This old man, he played ten,
He played knick-knack once again.
With a knick-knack paddywhack, give a dog a bone,
This old man came rolling home.

This song is often sung with counting and rhythm activities, making it popular in early childhood settings.

Did You Ever See a Lassie?

Here are the lyrics to the nursery rhyme “Did You Ever See a Lassie?”:

Verse 1: Did you ever see a lassie, a lassie, a lassie?
Did you ever see a lassie go this way and that?
Go this way and that way, go this way and that way,
Did you ever see a lassie go this way and that?

Verse 2: Did you ever see a laddie, a laddie, a laddie?
Did you ever see a laddie go this way and that?
Go this way and that way, go this way and that way,
Did you ever see a laddie go this way and that?

In this song, “lassie” refers to a girl and “laddie” refers to a boy. It’s often sung with children doing actions, moving “this way and that,” making it a fun, interactive rhyme.

If You’re Happy and You Know It

The original lyrics to the song “If You’re Happy and You Know It” are as follows:

Verse 1: If you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands.
(Clap clap)
If you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands.
(Clap clap)
If you’re happy and you know it,
Then your face will surely show it,
If you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands.
(Clap clap)

Verse 2: If you’re happy and you know it, stomp your feet.
(Stomp stomp)
If you’re happy and you know it, stomp your feet.
(Stomp stomp)
If you’re happy and you know it,
Then your face will surely show it,
If you’re happy and you know it, stomp your feet.
(Stomp stomp)

Verse 3: If you’re happy and you know it, shout “Hooray!”
(Hooray!)
If you’re happy and you know it, shout “Hooray!”
(Hooray!)
If you’re happy and you know it,
Then your face will surely show it,
If you’re happy and you know it, shout “Hooray!”
(Hooray!)

There are many additional verses with different actions like “nod your head,” “snap your fingers,” etc., depending on the version or setting. This song is a fun, interactive way to engage children with music and movement.

I’m a Little Teapot

Here are the lyrics to the popular nursery rhyme “I’m a Little Teapot”:

I’m a little teapot, short and stout,
Here is my handle, here is my spout.
When I get all steamed up, hear me shout,
Tip me over and pour me out!

I’m a clever teapot, yes it’s true,
Here let me show you what I can do.
I can change my handle and my spout,
Just tip me over and pour me out!

This fun song is often accompanied by hand movements, where children mimic being a teapot with their arms as the handle and spout.

London Bridge is Falling Down

The original lyrics to the nursery rhyme “London Bridge is Falling Down” are:

Verse 1: London Bridge is falling down,
Falling down, falling down,
London Bridge is falling down,
My fair lady.

Verse 2: Build it up with silver and gold,
Silver and gold, silver and gold,
Build it up with silver and gold,
My fair lady.

Verse 3: Silver and gold will be stolen away,
Stolen away, stolen away,
Silver and gold will be stolen away,
My fair lady.

Verse 4: Build it up with iron bars,
Iron bars, iron bars,
Build it up with iron bars,
My fair lady.

There are many variations and additional verses to “London Bridge is Falling Down,” with some versions referencing other materials (like wood, stone, or clay) being used to rebuild the bridge, followed by the idea that they will also fail. The song has origins in medieval England and has evolved over time.