Lyrics:
Five little chicks tucked in their nest.
Mother hen said, “It’s time to rest.”
One little chick said, “Peep, peep, peep.”
But four little chicks stayed fast asleep.
One, two, three, four.
Four little chicks tucked in their nest.
Mother hen said, “It’s time to rest.”
One little chick said, “Peep, peep, peep.”
But three little chicks stayed fast asleep.
One, two, three.
Three little chicks tucked in their nest.
Mother hen said, “It’s time to rest.”
One little chick said, “Peep, peep, peep.”
But two little chicks stayed fast asleep.
One, two.
Two little chicks tucked in their nest.
Mother hen said, “It’s time to rest.”
One little chick said, “Peep, peep, peep.”
But one little chick stayed fast asleep.
One.
One little chick tucked in their nest.
Mother hen said, “It’s time to rest.”
That little chick said, “Peep, peep, peep.”
And all of the chicks came back to sleep.
Five little chicks tucked in their nest.
Mother hen said, “It’s time to rest.”
None of the little chicks made a peep.
And all of the chicks stayed fast asleep.
"Five Little Ducks" is a heartwarming and educational nursery rhyme that tells the story of a mother duck and her ducklings. The repetitive structure and counting elements make it a popular choice for young children learning numbers and sequencing.
The song begins with five little ducks venturing away from their mother and experiencing various adventures. As each duck leaves, the counting decreases, creating anticipation and engagement for the listener. The lyrics involve emotional expressions, such as sadness and joy, as the ducklings return to their mother one by one.
"Five Little Ducks" not only reinforces numerical concepts but also introduces young learners to basic storytelling and emotional understanding. The simple melody and rhythmic pattern make it easy for children to sing along and participate in the narrative, promoting language development and memory retention.
This classic nursery rhyme combines educational content with a heartwarming tale, making it a timeless and cherished part of early childhood music and learning experiences.
