Humpty Dumpty

Humpty Dumpty

Humpty Dumpty... Humpty Dumpty
Hey... Hey... Humpty
Hey... Hey... Dumpty
Humpty Dumpty
Sat on a wall
Humpty Dumpty
Had a great fall
All the king's horses
And all the King's men
Couldn't put Humpty
Together again
Humpty Dumpty... Humpty Dumpty
Humpty Dumpty...
Learned from the fall
Humpty Dumpty...
Hated the wall
All the King's men and
All the children
Were not allowed to climb the wall again
Humpty Dumpty

More about ‘Humpty Dumpty’

Humpty Dumpty is a renowned nursery rhyme in the world, that talks of a jovial egg like character that descends the wall. The king and his horses and men never even bother to reassemble Humpty; The rhyme is short, but it leaves a lasting impression due to the manner in which it is rhythmic and imagery. It teaches children about balance, actions-consequence and problem solving. It can be said by other scholars too, that it goes back to English history, but to children it is just another fun rhyme. Illustrations, toys, or drama are some of the elements that teachers usually mix with it to render it interactive. Singing Humpty Dumpty develops listening skills, memory skills and storytelling as well as creativity. It is a great favourite in all nurseries due to its warning and premonstratory character.

FAQs about "Humpty Dumpty"

1. What is Humpty Dumpty about?
An image of an egg falling off a wall and can not be fixed.

2. Why do kids like it?
It is amusing with the comical image of an egg character.

3. What lessons does it teach?
Consequences, solving problems and balancing.

4. What age group suits it?
Preschoolers (ages 2-6).

5. Is it only for fun?
It is fun, and it also imparts some of the best early lessons.