Sing
nursery rhyme
Mary Had a Little Lamb
Best Age
Best Age
wk 8–104
Category
Sing
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About this song
An American classic written by Sarah Josepha Hale in 1830, and famously the first words ever recorded by Thomas Edison. Its simple, repetitive story and steady rhythm make it a favourite first song for toddlers learning words across the US and Canada.
How to do it (Step by step)
- Sing slowly and clearly, emphasising 'lamb', 'snow', 'school'.
- Use a soft toy lamb to act out the story.
- Pause before key words and let your toddler fill them in.
Lyrics & Rhyme
Mary had a little lamb,
Its fleece was white as snow.
And everywhere that Mary went,
The lamb was sure to go.
It followed her to school one day,
Which was against the rules.
It made the children laugh and play
To see a lamb at school.