There Were Five in the Bed

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Nursery rhymes have been a beloved form of entertainment for children for centuries. They not only provide a fun and engaging way for kids to learn language and counting skills, but they also help to develop memory and listening skills. "There Were Five In The Bed" is a classic nursery rhyme that children have enjoyed for generations.

The song tells the story of five penguins trying to get some good night's sleep in a crowded bed. The little penguin, feeling cramped, asks the others to roll over so that he can have more room. Each time the penguins oblige, one falls out of bed. Eventually, all the penguins fall out, and only the little penguin remains.

But the little penguin quickly realizes that the bed is much too lonely without his friends, and he asks them to come back and join him. This sweet and silly story is sure to delight children of all ages.

One thing that makes "There Were Five In The Bed" such a great nursery rhyme is its catchy tune and simple, repetitive lyrics. Children love singing along and trying to keep up with the increasing numbers as the penguins roll out of bed. This repetition also helps to reinforce counting skills and build memory.

The cartoon illustrations in the song are another big draw for kids. The cute and cuddly penguins are sure to capture the attention of little ones, and the colorful and vibrant scenes will keep them engaged.

Overall, "There Were Five In The Bed" is a classic nursery rhyme that is a hit with kids of all ages. Its catchy tune, simple lyrics, and adorable illustrations make it the perfect song to sing along to with your little ones. Give it a try and see how much fun you can have counting and singing with your little ones today.

Here are the lyrics:

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

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

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

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

One!
There was one in the bed
and the little one said,
“I'm lonely"