Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed" is a popular nursery rhyme and counting song for kids. It's a fun and simple song that helps children learn to count while telling a playful story about five monkeys who love to jump on the bed. The rhyme teaches counting down from five, as well as a safety message about the dangers of jumping on the bed.
Here are the lyrics:
Verse 1: Five little monkeys jumping on the bed,
One fell off and bumped his head,
Mama called the doctor and the doctor said,
"No more monkeys jumping on the bed!"
Verse 2: Four little monkeys jumping on the bed,
One fell off and bumped his head,
Mama called the doctor and the doctor said,
"No more monkeys jumping on the bed!"
Verse 3: Three little monkeys jumping on the bed,
One fell off and bumped his head,
Mama called the doctor and the doctor said,
"No more monkeys jumping on the bed!"
Verse 4: Two little monkeys jumping on the bed,
One fell off and bumped his head,
Mama called the doctor and the doctor said,
"No more monkeys jumping on the bed!"
Verse 5: One little monkey jumping on the bed,
He fell off and bumped his head,
Mama called the doctor and the doctor said,
"No more monkeys jumping on the bed!"
The song can continue with variations, and it's great for teaching counting, rhythm, and coordination. Children enjoy the playful, repetitive nature of the song, and it often includes fun hand motions or actions for jumping monkeys.
