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The ants go marching one by one, hurrah, hurrah,
The ants go marching one by one, hurrah, hurrah,
The ants go marching one by one,
The little one stops to suck his thumb,
And they all go marching down to the ground
To get out of the rain, BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!

The ants go marching two by two, hurrah, hurrah,
The ants go marching two by two, hurrah, hurrah,
The ants go marching two by two,
The little one stops to tie his shoe,
And they all go marching down to the ground
To get out of the rain, BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!

The ants go marching three by three, hurrah, hurrah,
The ants go marching three by three, hurrah, hurrah,
The ants go marching three by three,
The little one stops to climb a tree,
And they all go marching down to the ground
To get out of the rain, BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!

The ants go marching four by four, hurrah, hurrah,
The ants go marching four by four, hurrah, hurrah,
The ants go marching four by four,
The little one stops to shut the door,
And they all go marching down to the ground
To get out of the rain, BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!

The ants go marching five by five, hurrah, hurrah,
The ants go marching five by five, hurrah, hurrah,
The ants go marching five by five,
The little one stops to take a dive,
And they all go marching down to the ground
To get out of the rain, BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!

The ants go marching six by six, hurrah, hurrah,
The ants go marching six by six, hurrah, hurrah,
The ants go marching six by six,
The little one stops to pick up sticks,
And they all go marching down to the ground
To get out of the rain, BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!

The ants go marching seven by seven, hurrah, hurrah,
The ants go marching seven by seven, hurrah, hurrah,
The ants go marching seven by seven,
The little one stops to pray to heaven,
And they all go marching down to the ground
To get out of the rain, BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!

The ants go marching eight by eight, hurrah, hurrah,
The ants go marching eight by eight, hurrah, hurrah,
The ants go marching eight by eight,
The little one stops to shut the gate,
And they all go marching down to the ground
To get out of the rain, BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!

The ants go marching nine by nine, hurrah, hurrah,
The ants go marching nine by nine, hurrah, hurrah,
The ants go marching nine by nine,
The little one stops to check the time,
And they all go marching down to the ground
To get out of the rain, BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!

The ants go marching ten by ten, hurrah, hurrah,
The ants go marching ten by ten, hurrah, hurrah,
The ants go marching ten by ten,
The little one stops to shout, “The end!”
And they all go marching down to the ground
To get out of the rain, BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!

The rhyme teaches counting from one to ten as it introduces each verse with a specific number of ants. It also reinforces the concept of teamwork and unity, as the ants march together in a coordinated manner. The rhyme is fun and engaging for young children, and it encourages movement and participation through actions like clapping hands or stomping feet to mimic the marching ants.

Open, shut them,
Open, shut them,
Give a little clap, clap, clap.
Open, shut them,
Open, shut them,
Put them in your lap, lap, lap.

Creep them, crawl them,
Creep them, crawl them,
Right up to your chin, chin, chin.
Open up your little mouth,
But do not let them in.

Open, shut them,
Open, shut them,
To your shoulders fly, fly, fly.
Now in front of you, they lie,
Like a little butterfly.

Open, shut them,
Open, shut them,
Wiggle your little toes, toes, toes.
Open, shut them,
Open, shut them,
Now, let’s touch our nose.

Open, shut them,
Open, shut them,
Flap your little wings, wings, wings.
Open, shut them,
Open, shut them,
Now, let’s dance in rings.

Open, shut them,
Open, shut them,
Let’s be quiet as a mouse, mouse, mouse.
Open, shut them,
Open, shut them,
Now, let’s find our house.

Open, shut them,
Open, shut them,
Give a little jump, jump, jump.
Open, shut them,
Open, shut them,
Now, let’s sit on our rump.

Open, shut them,
Open, shut them,
Stretch up to the sky, sky, sky.
Open, shut them,
Open, shut them,
Now, let’s say goodbye. Goodbye!

“Open, Shut Them” is meant to be enjoyable and engaging for young children while promoting physical activity and cognitive development. It’s a delightful way to entertain and educate children, encouraging them to participate actively in the song and enjoy the playful movements.

I have two hands, the left and the right,
Hold them up high, so clean and so bright.
Clap them softly, one, two, three,
Clean little hands are good to see.

I have two hands, the left and the right,
Wiggle the fingers, so nimble and light.
Wave them gently, side to side,
Helping hands that I take pride.

I have two hands, the left and the right,
Fold them together, so polite.
Say my prayers, close my eyes,
Thankful for hands, a sweet surprise.

I have two hands, the left and the right,
Give a firm handshake, strong and tight.
Greet my friends with a cheerful grin,
Together we’ll always win.

I have two hands, the left and the right,
Clasp them in front, ready to write.
Learn and explore, create and play,
With my hands, I’ll find my way.

I have two hands, the left and the right,
Time to sleep, day turns to night.
Rest them now, so calm and still,
Dreams of tomorrow, they will fulfill.

The rhyme “I Have Two Hands” celebrates the significance of having two hands and emphasizes the various actions and gestures they can perform. Each verse highlights the different ways we use our hands, from clapping and wiggling fingers to folding them for prayer and giving handshakes. The poem conveys the idea that hands are essential tools that help us interact with the world around us, from simple actions like clapping and waving to more significant tasks like writing, creating, and helping others.

The poem also carries a message of gratitude and appreciation for our hands, acknowledging their role in our daily lives and expressing thankfulness for the abilities they provide us. It encourages children to recognize and cherish their hands, as they enable them to explore, learn, and express themselves.

Overall, “I Have Two Hands” promotes the understanding of the importance of our hands and the positive impact they have on our lives, making it a joyful and insightful rhyme for preschool kids.

Do you know the muffin man,
The muffin man, the muffin man?
Do you know the muffin man
Who lives on Drury Lane?

Yes, I know the muffin man,
The muffin man, the muffin man.
Yes, I know the muffin man
Who lives on Drury Lane.

Would you like to buy some muffins,
Some muffins, some muffins?
Would you like to buy some muffins
That the muffin man bakes?

Yes, I’d like to buy some muffins,
Some muffins, some muffins.
Yes, I’d like to buy some muffins
That the muffin man bakes.

How many would you like?
One, two, three, or four?
How many would you like?
That the muffin man has?

I’d like three, please.
Here are your muffins.
Three muffins, please.
Thank you, Muffin Man.

The rhyme is a classic nursery rhyme that has been enjoyed by children for generations. It’s a simple story with a clear message of buying and selling. The rhyme helps children learn about the concept of commerce. The rhyme is also a reminder to children to be polite. The person in the rhyme asks the muffin man if he would like to buy some muffins, and the muffin man politely answers yes.

One, two, buckle my shoe,
Three, four, open the door.
Five, six, pick up sticks,
Seven, eight, lay them straight.
Nine, ten, a big fat hen,
Went to the market to buy a pen.
But when she got there, she found she had no money,
So she turned around and went home again.

The rhyme is a classic nursery rhyme that has been enjoyed by children for generations. It’s a simple story with a clear message of counting. The rhyme helps children learn to count from one to ten. The rhyme is also a reminder to children to be prepared. The hen in the rhyme goes to the market to buy a pen, but she doesn’t have any money. This reminds children to make sure they have everything they need before they go out.

Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, turn around,
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, touch the ground,
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, reach up high,
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, touch the sky.

Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, bend down low,
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, touch your toes,
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, turn off the light,
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, say goodnight.

Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, climb up the stairs,
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, say your prayers,
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, turn out the light,
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, say goodnight.

Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, go upstairs,
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, say your prayers,
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, turn off the light,
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, say goodnight.

Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, go to bed,
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, rest your head,
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, turn out the light,
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, say goodnight.

The “Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear” rhyme is a delightful and playful action song for young children. It involves imitating various movements like turning around, touching the ground, reaching up high, and more. Children love to act out the actions with their own teddy bears or stuffed animals, making it an enjoyable and interactive nursery rhyme. It’s a great way to engage kids in physical activity while having fun with their favorite cuddly toys!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

The “Hokey Pokey” is a classic and lively children’s dance song that involves following simple instructions to put different body parts in and out while shaking them about. It’s a fun and interactive way to get kids moving and engaged in music and dance. Children enjoy doing the actions and singing along, making it a popular choice for parties, gatherings, and preschool activities.

There were ten in the bed,
And the little one said,
“Roll over, roll over.”
So, they all rolled over and one fell out.

There were nine in the bed,
And the little one said,
“Roll over, roll over.”
So, they all rolled over and one fell out.

There were eight in the bed,
And the little one said,
“Roll over, roll over.”
So, they all rolled over and one fell out.

There were seven in the bed,
And the little one said,
“Roll over, roll over.”
So, they all rolled over and one fell out.

There were six in the bed,
And the little one said,
“Roll over, roll over.”
So, they all rolled over and one fell out.

There were five in the bed,
And the little one said,
“Roll over, roll over.”
So, they all rolled over and one fell out.

There were four in the bed,
And the little one said,
“Roll over, roll over.”
So, they all rolled over and one fell out.

There were three in the bed,
And the little one said,
“Roll over, roll over.”
So, they all rolled over and one fell out.

There were two in the bed,
And the little one said,
“Roll over, roll over.”
So, they all rolled over and one fell out.

There was one in the bed,
And the little one said,
“I’ve got the whole bed to myself!”

“Ten in the Bed” is a delightful counting rhyme that tells the story of ten cute little characters, such as teddy bears, monkeys, or other stuffed animals, all snuggled up in a bed together. As each verse progresses, one character rolls out of the bed until there’s only one left. It’s a fun way to teach kids about counting backward from ten to one and also a great opportunity for role-playing and counting practice.

London Bridge is falling down,
Falling down, falling down,
London Bridge is falling down,
My fair lady.

Build it up with wood and clay,
Wood and clay, wood and clay,
Build it up with wood and clay,
My fair lady.

Wood and clay will wash away,
Wash away, wash away,
Wood and clay will wash away,
My fair lady.

Build it up with iron and steel,
Iron and steel, iron and steel,
Build it up with iron and steel,
My fair lady.

Iron and steel will bend and bow,
Bend and bow, bend and bow,
Iron and steel will bend and bow,
My fair lady.

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

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

Set a man to watch all night,
Watch all night, watch all night,
Set a man to watch all night,
My fair lady.

Suppose the man should fall asleep,
Fall asleep, fall asleep,
Suppose the man should fall asleep?
My fair lady.

Give him a pipe to smoke all night,
Smoke all night, smoke all night,
Give him a pipe to smoke all night,
My fair lady.

He cannot smoke without a light,
Without a light, without a light,
He cannot smoke without a light,
My fair lady.

Build it up with stone so strong,
Stone so strong, stone so strong,
Build it up with stone so strong,
My fair lady.

Stone so strong will last so long,
Last so long, last so long,
Stone so strong will last so long,
My fair lady.

“London Bridge is Falling Down” is a classic nursery rhyme and singing game that has been enjoyed by children for generations. The rhyme describes the gradual deterioration of London Bridge and various attempts to repair it using different materials. The song is often accompanied by hand-clapping or other simple actions that make it a fun and interactive activity for kids.

The farmer in the dell,
The farmer in the dell,
Heigh-ho, the derry-o,
The farmer in the dell.

The farmer takes a wife,
The farmer takes a wife,
Heigh-ho, the derry-o,
The farmer takes a wife.

The wife takes a child,
The wife takes a child,
Heigh-ho, the derry-o,
The wife takes a child.

The child takes a nurse,
The child takes a nurse,
Heigh-ho, the derry-o,
The child takes a nurse.

The nurse takes a cow,
The nurse takes a cow,
Heigh-ho, the derry-o,
The nurse takes a cow.

The cow takes a dog,
The cow takes a dog,
Heigh-ho, the derry-o,
The cow takes a dog.

The dog takes a cat,
The dog takes a cat,
Heigh-ho, the derry-o,
The dog takes a cat.

The cat takes a rat,
The cat takes a rat,
Heigh-ho, the derry-o,
The cat takes a rat.

The rat takes the cheese,
The rat takes the cheese,
Heigh-ho, the derry-o,
The rat takes the cheese.

The cheese stands alone,
The cheese stands alone,
Heigh-ho, the derry-o,
The cheese stands alone.

“The Farmer in the Dell” is a traditional nursery rhyme that is often played as a singing game among children. It depicts a sequence of characters – farmer, wife, child, nurse, cow, dog, cat, rat, and cheese – interacting with each other in a repetitive and circular manner. The song is delightful for young kids and helps develop their social and cognitive skills while they sing along and follow the actions in the game.