The Bees Go Buzzing

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The Bees Go Buzzing is a modern children’s nursery rhyme adapted from “The Ants Go Marching.” It teaches counting and repetition while engaging children with the lively imagery of bees. It has become popular in educational settings for its catchy tune and educational value, helping kids learn numbers and actions through song. The Bees Go Buzzing(Lyrics) The bees go buzzing … Read more

The ABC Song

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“The ABC Song” is the most well-known song for reciting the English alphabet in order. Its lyricist is unknown. The melody for “The ABC Song” was first printed in a French music book in 1761. The melody has also been used for the German, French, and Arabic alphabets. Mozart, a talented musician, used this melody … Read more

“Wash your hands, Brother John!” 

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“Wash Your Hands, Brother John!” is an educational song by Dr. Nisha Thampi, Lekha N. Villeneuve, and Yves Longtin, teaching kids hand hygiene. It uses “Brother John” melody, aiding recall. Dr. Thampi shared its benefits in the British Medical Journal. Aligned with WHO’s guidelines, it promotes vital habits in children. Activities include role-play and crafts.

The Muffin Man

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The Muffin Man” is a charming nursery rhyme dating back to 1820 England, depicting a baker who sells muffins on Drury Lane. During the Victorian era, street vendors like him were common. This delightful song serves as a nostalgic reminder of bygone days. Explore its history, lyrics, and engaging activities for kids.

Jingle Bells (Christmas song)

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“Explore the festive history of ‘Jingle Bells’ in our latest post! Written by James Lord Pierpont in 1850 as ‘The One Horse Open Sleigh,’ it evolved into a Christmas classic by the 1860s. Delve into the lyrics, find useful links, including audio and action guides. Uncover fun facts in our FAQs and get creative with ‘Jingle Bells’ through singing, dancing, crafts, and more!

Mary Had a Little Lamb

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“Mary Had a Little Lamb” is a classic American nursery rhyme penned by Sarah Josepha Hale in 1830. It tells the endearing story of Mary and her devoted lamb, who followed her to school one day, much to the delight of her classmates. Based on the true story of Mary Sawyer, this rhyme highlights the special bond between a child and her pet. You can watch an audio-visual rendition here and explore frequently asked questions about it below.

The Wheels on the Bus

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“The Wheels on the Bus” is a modern nursery rhyme written by Verna Hills in the United States. Initially titled “The Bus,” it was first published in December 1937 in American Childhood magazine with slightly different lyrics. The song, based on the traditional British song “Here We Go Round the Mulberry Bush,” is easy for kids to sing. It teaches them about different parts of a bus and the sounds they make. Activities like singing, acting, crafts, and English grammar exercises can be done with this rhyme.