Lyrics:
Hickory dickory dock. The mouse went up the clock.
The clock struck one. The mouse went down.
Hickory dickory dock.
Tick tock, tick tock, tick tock, tick tock.
A snake!
Hickory dickory dock. The snake went up the clock.
The clock struck two. The snake went down.
Hickory dickory dock.
Tick tock, tick tock, tick tock, tick tock.
A squirrel!
Hickory dickory dock. The squirrel went up the clock.
The clock struck three. The squirrel went down.
Hickory dickory dock.
Tick tock, tick tock, tick tock, tick tock.
A cat!
Hickory dickory dock. The cat went up the clock.
The clock struck four. The cat went down.
Hickory dickory dock.
Tick tock, tick tock, tick tock, tick tock.
A monkey!
Hickory dickory dock. The monkey went up the clock.
The clock struck five. The monkey went down.
Hickory dickory dock.
Tick tock, tick tock, tick tock, tick tock.
An elephant...oh no!
Hickory dickory dock. The elephant went up the clock.
Oh no!
Hickory dickory dock.
"Hickory Dickory Dock" is a charming and rhythmic nursery rhyme that has been enjoyed by children for generations. Its playful verses and catchy melody make it a popular choice for early childhood education.
The song recounts the tale of a mouse climbing a clock, and the rhythmic sound of the clock striking each hour. The repetitive structure and simple language create an engaging experience for young learners, aiding in language development and memory skills.
The nursery rhyme's incorporation of the clock and the mouse provides an opportunity for educators and parents to introduce basic concepts such as time and counting. The rhyme's playful nature encourages children to participate by mimicking the mouse's actions and repeating the rhythmic sounds.
Overall, "Hickory Dickory Dock" stands as a timeless and effective tool for early childhood education, combining music, storytelling, and learning in a way that captivates and entertains young minds.
