[English nursery rhymes] 10 classic English nursery rhymes, 8 of which are must-haves for kindergarten interviews (with Chinese and English lyrics)
How do classic nursery rhymes help learn English?
Exposing children to English nursery rhymes from an early age can not only increase their interest in English by humming along with the melody, but also allow them to subtly learn basic words and expressions, laying a solid foundation for future English learning. For parents, this is an easy and effective way to cultivate children's language sensitivity through music anytime and anywhere. The following are 10 classic English nursery rhymes recommended, including the well-known "ABC Song", "Old MacDonald Had a Farm", "London Bridge", "Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes", etc., with lyrics in Chinese and English, so that parents and children can learn English happily together.
The multiple benefits of English nursery rhymes
Children's songs are not only entertainment, but also an educational tool! Parents can use music books, reading pens, musical toys, and even YouTube and other resources to play these English nursery rhymes, which will not only let children enjoy the music, but also allow them to receive English enlightenment subtly. Whether at home or away, English nursery rhymes can be the best travel companion for children to learn language. Especially in kindergarten interviews, familiarity with English nursery rhymes can be a plus. Most kindergartens use English songs as the basis for interaction and rarely play Cantonese songs. Therefore, having basic knowledge of English nursery rhymes will help children stand out in the interview.
Learning English is not just about memorizing words. Training your sense of language, pronunciation, and rhythm is equally important. Familiar nursery rhymes like "Baby Shark" have simple melodies and high repetitiveness, which can easily attract children's attention. By repeatedly listening to songs, humming along with the music, and adding simple movements, children can not only enhance their memory, but also learn basic English pronunciation, sentence patterns and vocabulary naturally.
Come and take a look at these 10 popular English songs for children. Whether you are accompanying your children to play, study, or participate in kindergarten interviews, these nursery rhymes can be a good helper for your children's language learning.
1. [English nursery rhyme] London Bridge Is Falling Down
London Bridge is falling down,
Falling down, falling down,
London Bridge is falling down,
My fair Lady.
I believe many people have played the game "London Bridge is Falling Down" in their childhood. Two people raise their hands to form an arch bridge, and the rest of the people slowly walk across the arch bridge to the music until the music stops. Whoever is trapped is the loser.
2. [English nursery rhyme] Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star
Twinkle, twinkle, little star,
How I wonder what you are!
Up above the world so high,
Like a diamond in the sky.
Twinkle, twinkle, little star,
How I wonder what you are!
The repetitive melody and dreamy lyrics make it perfect as a lullaby. Parents can also discuss with their children why stars are likened to diamonds in the sky, etc., to strengthen their children's associative ability. "Twinkle, twinkle little star, one by one, little star", I believe this is one of the nursery rhymes that many parents learn to sing.
3. 【English nursery rhyme】Baby shark
Baby shark, doo doo doo doo doo doo.
Baby shark, doo doo doo doo doo doo.
Baby shark, doo doo doo doo doo doo. Baby shark!
The word "Baby" is used to represent Mommy, Daddy, Grandma, and Grandpa.
Let's go hunt, doo doo doo doo doo doo.
Let's go hunt, doo doo doo doo doo doo.
Let's go hunt, doo doo doo doo doo doo. Let's go hunt
This recently popular children's song has a catchy melody and funny lyrics. Children will unconsciously sing along and learn vocabulary related to family members at the same time!
4. ABC song
A-B-C-D-E-F-G
H-I-J-K-L-M-N-O-P
Q-R-S-T-U-V
W-X-Y and Z
This recently popular children's song has a catchy melody and funny lyrics. Children will unconsciously sing along and learn vocabulary related to family members at the same time!
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5. Happy Birthday song
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to dear one Happy birthday to dear one
Happy birthday to you
6. Five Little Ducks
Five little ducks went out one day.
Over the hill and far away.Mother duck said, “Quack, quack, quack, quack.”But only four little ducks came back.
1, 2, 3, 4.
Four little ducks went out one day.
Over the hill and far away.Mother duck said, “Quack, quack, quack, quack.”But only three little ducks came back.
1, 2, 3.
Three little ducks went out one day.
Over the hill and far away.Mother duck said, “Quack, quack, quack, quack.”But only two little ducks came back.
1, 2.
Two little ducks went out one day.
Over the hill and far away.Mother duck said, “Quack, quack, quack, quack.”But only one little duck came back.
1.
One little duck went out one day.
Over the hill and far away.Mother duck said, “Quack, quack, quack, quack.”But none of the five little ducks came back.
Sad mother duck went out one day.
Over the hill and far away.Mother duck said, “Quack, quack, quack, quack.”And all of five little ducks came back.
Five little ducks went out one day.
Over the hill and far away.Mother duck said, “Quack, quack, quack, quack.”And all of the five little ducks came back!
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7. [Children's English nursery rhyme] Mary had a little lamb
Mary had a little lamb
Little lamb, little lamb
Mary had a little lamb
Its fleece was white as snow
Everywhere that Mary went
Mary went, Mary went
Everywhere that Mary went
The lamb was sure to go
It followed her to school one day
School one day, school one day
It followed her to school one day
Which was against the rules
It made the children laugh and play
Laugh and play, laugh and play
It made the children laugh and play
To see a lamb at school
“Why does the lamb love Mary so?” Why does the little lamb love Mary so much?
Mary so, Mary so
“Why does the lamb love Mary so?” Why does the little lamb love Mary so much?
The eager children cry.
“Why, Mary loves the lamb, you know.” Why? You know, because Mary loves sheep too.
Lamb, you know, lamb, you know
“Why, Mary loves the lamb, you know.” Why? You know, because Mary loves sheep too.
The teacher did reply
8. [Children's English nursery rhyme] Head, shoulders, knees and toes
Head, shoulders, knees and toes Chinese English lyrics
Head, shoulders knees and toes
Knees and toes
Head, shoulders knees and toes
Knees and toes
And eyes, and ears, and mouth, and nose
Head, shoulders knees and toes
(Repeat 4 times)
9. 【Children's English Song】Are You Sleeping?
Are you sleeping, are you sleeping
Brother John, Brother John
Morning bells are ringing
Morning bells are ringing
Ding ding dong, Ding ding dong
10. [Children's English Song] Ten little Indians Boys
Ten little Indians Boys Lyrics
One little, two little, three little Indians,
Four little, five little, six little Indians,
Seven little, eight little, nine little Indians,
Ten little Indians boys. Ten little Indian boys.
Ten little, nine little, eight little Indians,
Seven little, six little, five little Indians,
Four little, three little, two little Indians,
One little Indian boy. One little Indian boy.
(Repeat 3 times)
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