Lyrical Literacy

There's a Hole in the Bottom of the Sea | Sing-a-Long
 
The Lyrical Literacy podcast presents a playful underwater musical adventure with our sea-themed episode featuring the classic children's cumulative song "There's a Hole in the Bottom of the Sea" with a fun SpongeBob-inspired twist.
Origin
This episode features a modern adaptation of the traditional folk song "There's a Hole in the Bottom of the Sea," which dates back to at least the early 20th century. The song is a classic cumulative or "chain" song where each verse builds upon the previous one by adding a new element, creating a fun memory challenge for children while teaching sequence and vocabulary.
Summary
Join us for this delightful underwater journey as we dive down to explore what's at the bottom of the sea! This musical rendition builds layer by layer - starting with a hole in the sea floor, then adding a log, branch, bump, frog, tail, speck, and fleck - creating a fun, cumulative adventure that helps children develop memory skills and vocabulary. With playful references to beloved sea characters and interactive "sing with me" moments, this episode encourages active participation and engagement with the building pattern of the classic folk song.
 
Oh, we’re goin’ deep, down, down, downLet’s see what’s at the bottom of the seaOooh, yeah, here we goThere’s a hole, there’s a holeThere’s a hole in the bottom of the sea, sea-ee-ee-eeThere’s a hole, oh there’s a holeThere’s a hole in the bottom of the sea, oh yeahThere’s a log in the hole, in the bottom of the sea, sea-ee-eeThere’s a log in the hole, in the bottom of the seaI think I see PatrickOh there’s a lo-og, lo-o-ogThere’s a lo-og in the hole, in the bottom of the seaThere’s a hole, there’s a holeThere’s a hole in the bottom of the sea, sea-ee-eeCome on, sing it with meThere’s a hole in the bottom of the sea, heyThere’s a branch on the log, in the hole in the bottom of the sea, sea-ee-eeThere’s a branch on the log, in the hole in the bottom of the seaOh there’s a bra-anch, bra-a-anchThere’s a bra-anch on the log, in the hole in the bottom of the seaThere’s a bump on the branch, on the log in the holeThere’s a bump on the branch, on the log in the holeThere’s a buuump, bu-um-buuumpThere’s a buuump on the branch, on the log in the hole, in the bottom of the seaThere’s a hole, there’s a holeThere’s a hole in the bottom of the sea, oh yeahI think I see Gary the SnailLet’s dive deep, now, deeper we goThere’s a hole in the bottom of the sea, whoaThere’s a frog on the bump, on the branch, on the logThere’s a frog on the bump, on the branch, on the logOh there’s a fro-oog, ribbit ribbit, fro-ooogThere’s a fro-oog on the bump, on the branch, on the log, in the hole in the bottom of the seaThere’s a tail on the frog, on the bump, on the branchThere’s a tail on the frog, on the bump, on the branchThere’s a taaail, ta-a-a-ilThere’s a ta-a-il on the frog, on the bump, on the branch, on the log in the bottom of the seaOh, there’s a hole, there’s a holeThere’s a hole in the bottom of the sea, yeahThere’s a hole, oh there’s a holeIn the bottom of the sea, sing with meI think I see SquidwardThere’s a speck on the tail, on the frog, on the bumpThere’s a speck on the tail, on the frog, on the bumpThere’s a spee-eck, spee-eckThere’s a speck on the tail, on the frog, on the bump, on the branch, on the log, in the bottom of the seaThere’s a fleck on the speck, on the tail, on the frogThere’s a fleck on the speck, on the tail, on the frogOh there’s a fleck, fle-e-eckThere’s a fleck on the speck, on the tail, on the frog, on the bump, on the branch, on the log, in the bottom of the seaOh, there’s a hole, there’s a holeThere’s a hole in the bottom of the sea, yeahThere’s a hole, oh yeah a hooooleIn the bottom of the seaCome on now, sing it with meIn the bottom of the seaAnd that’s what’s in the bottom of the sea
I think I see PatrickOh there’s a lo-og, lo-o-ogThere’s a lo-og in the hole, in the bottom of the seaThere’s a hole, there’s a holeThere’s a hole in the bottom of the sea, sea-ee-eeCome on, sing it with meThere’s a hole in the bottom of the sea, heyThere’s a branch on the log, in the hole in the bottom of the sea, sea-ee-eeThere’s a branch on the log, in the hole in the bottom of the seaOh there’s a bra-anch, bra-a-anchThere’s a bra-anch on the log, in the hole in the bottom of the seaThere’s a bump on the branch, on the log in the holeThere’s a bump on the branch, on the log in the holeThere’s a buuump, bu-um-buuumpThere’s a buuump on the branch, on the log in the hole, in the bottom of the seaThere’s a hole, there’s a holeThere’s a hole in the bottom of the sea, oh yeahI think I see Gary the SnailLet’s dive deep, now, deeper we goThere’s a hole in the bottom of the sea, whoaThere’s a frog on the bump, on the branch, on the logThere’s a frog on the bump, on the branch, on the logOh there’s a fro-oog, ribbit ribbit, fro-ooogThere’s a fro-oog on the bump, on the branch, on the log, in the hole in the bottom of the seaThere’s a tail on the frog, on the bump, on the branchThere’s a tail on the frog, on the bump, on the branchThere’s a taaail, ta-a-a-ilThere’s a ta-a-il on the frog, on the bump, on the branch, on the log in the bottom of the seaOh, there’s a hole, there’s a holeThere’s a hole in the bottom of the sea, yeahThere’s a hole, oh there’s a holeIn the bottom of the sea, sing with meI think I see SquidwardThere’s a speck on the tail, on the frog, on the bumpThere’s a speck on the tail, on the frog, on the bumpThere’s a spee-eck, spee-eckThere’s a speck on the tail, on the frog, on the bump, on the branch, on the log, in the bottom of the seaThere’s a fleck on the speck, on the tail, on the frogThere’s a fleck on the speck, on the tail, on the frogOh there’s a fleck, fle-e-eckThere’s a fleck on the speck, on the tail, on the frog, on the bump, on the branch, on the log, in the bottom of the seaOh, there’s a hole, there’s a holeThere’s a hole in the bottom of the sea, yeahThere’s a hole, oh yeah a hooooleIn the bottom of the seaCome on now, sing it with meIn the bottom of the seaAnd that’s what’s in the bottom of the sea
I think I see PatrickOh there’s a lo-og, lo-o-ogThere’s a lo-og in the hole, in the bottom of the seaThere’s a hole, there’s a holeThere’s a hole in the bottom of the sea, sea-ee-eeI think I see Gary the SnailLet’s dive deep, now, deeper we goThere’s a hole in the bottom of the sea, whoaThere’s a frog on the bump, on the branch, on the logThere’s a frog on the bump, on the branch, on the logI think I see SquidwardThere’s a speck on the tail, on the frog, on the bumpThere’s a speck on the tail, on the frog, on the bumpThere’s a spee-eck, spee-eckThere’s a speck on the tail, on the frog, on the bump, on the branch, on the log, in the bottom of the seaThere’s a fleck on the speck, on the tail, on the frogThere’s a fleck on the speck, on the tail, on the frogOh there’s a fleck, fle-e-eckThere’s a fleck on the speck, on the tail, on the frog, on the bump, on the branch, on the log, in the bottom of the seaOh, there’s a hole, there’s a holeThere’s a hole in the bottom of the sea, yeahThere’s a hole, oh yeah a hooooleIn the bottom of the seaCome on now, sing it with meIn the bottom of the seaAnd that’s what’s in the bottom of the sea
#KidsSongs #ChildrensMusic #UnderwaterAdventure #CumulativeSong #LyricalLiteracy #FolkSongs #MemorySongs #MusicalEducation #SingAlong #SeaAdventures
 
 
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The Sleeping Princess of Briar Rose | Grimm's Fairy Tale (Lullabize)
Lyrics (with some back and forth and editing) created with the Lyrical Literacy Lullabize software https://www.humanitarians.ai/lullabize
 
The Lyrical Literacy Podcast presents a musical retelling of the classic Grimm's fairy tale "Briar Rose." This enchanting episode chronicles the journey of a princess cursed to sleep for a hundred years after pricking her finger on a spindle. As the entire kingdom falls into slumber behind a wall of thorns, only true love's kiss from a brave prince can break the spell and awaken the sleeping beauty to begin her life anew.
Origin
"Briar Rose" is a fairy tale that appears in the collection of the Brothers Grimm, first published in 1812 as "Dornröschen" (Little Briar Rose). It's the German version of the classic Sleeping Beauty tale, which has variants across many European cultures. The story explores themes of fate, patience, and the triumph of love over malevolent forces.
Briar Rose  (Grimm's)
Once a king and queen, rich and fair,Had gold and jewels beyond compare.But a child was all they wished to see,Till a fish granted them their plea.
Oh, Briar Rose, asleep so long,Bound by a spell both fierce and strong.A hundred years until she's kissed,A slumbering beauty never missed.
A daughter was born, lovely and bright,The king’s heart danced at the joyful sight.He called for a feast, with friends all around,And twelve fairies came to bless the ground.
They blessed her with gifts, both sweet and rare—Beauty, grace, and a heart to care.But one fairy, who’d not been asked,Showed up angry, face tightly masked.
Oh, Briar Rose, asleep so long,Bound by a spell both fierce and strong.A hundred years until she's kissed,A slumbering beauty never missed.
“The king’s daughter, on her fifteenth year,Will touch a spindle, and disappear.”But a kind fairy softened the curse,“A hundred-year sleep, nothing worse.”
The king, in dread, burned every spindle,But fate’s sharp edge refused to dwindle.On her fifteenth year, alone she roamed,Found an old tower, her doom now honed.
Oh, Briar Rose, asleep so long,Bound by a spell both fierce and strong.A hundred years until she's kissed,A slumbering beauty never missed.
The moment she touched the spindle’s tip,She fell to the floor in a silent slip.And all around her, life stood still—From the cook to the birds on the windowsill.
A hedge of thorns grew thick and high,Hiding the palace from prying eyes.Princes tried but failed to pass,The thorns held tight, a thorny mass.
Oh, Briar Rose, asleep so long,Bound by a spell both fierce and strong.A hundred years until she's kissed,A slumbering beauty never missed.
Then, one day, a brave prince came,He heard of the beauty, knew her name.He entered the hedge with courage bold,And found her there, asleep and cold.
One gentle kiss, soft and true,And Briar Rose’s eyes shone through.The spell was broken, life awoke,The palace bustled, the silence broke.
Oh, Briar Rose, awake at last,The years of slumber all have passed.A prince’s kiss, love strong and true,And dreams of life began anew.
They married with joy, feasting wide,The kingdom cheered for the prince and bride.And together they ruled, through days and nights,A tale of love and endless lights.
But fate’s sharp edge refused to dwindle.On her fifteenth year, alone she roamed,Found an old tower, her doom now honed.
Oh, Briar Rose, asleep so long,Bound by a spell both fierce and strong.A hundred years until she's kissed,A slumbering beauty never missed.
The moment she touched the spindle’s tip,She fell to the floor in a silent slip.And all around her, life stood still—From the cook to the birds on the windowsill.
A hedge of thorns grew thick and high,Hiding the palace from prying eyes.Princes tried but failed to pass,The thorns held tight, a thorny mass.
Oh, Briar Rose, asleep so long,Bound by a spell both fierce and strong.A hundred years until she's kissed,A slumbering beauty never missed.
Then, one day, a brave prince came,He heard of the beauty, knew her name.He entered the hedge with courage bold,And found her there, asleep and cold.
One gentle kiss, soft and true,And Briar Rose’s eyes shone through.The spell was broken, life awoke,The palace bustled, the silence broke.
Oh, Briar Rose, awake at last,The years of slumber all have passed.A prince’s kiss, love strong and true,And dreams of life began anew.
They married with joy, feasting wide,The kingdom cheered for the prince and bride.And together they ruled, through days and nights,A tale of love and endless lights.
Then, one day, a brave prince came,He heard of the beauty, knew her name.He entered the hedge with courage bold,And found her there, asleep and cold.
One gentle kiss, soft and true,And Briar Rose’s eyes shone through.The spell was broken, life awoke,The palace bustled, the silence broke.
Oh, Briar Rose, awake at last,The years of slumber all have passed.A prince’s kiss, love strong and true,And dreams of life began anew.
They married with joy, feasting wide,The kingdom cheered for the prince and bride.And together they ruled, through days and nights,A tale of love and endless lights.
And together they ruled, through days and nights,A tale of love and endless lights.
Oh, Briar Rose, awake at last,The years of slumber all have passed.A prince’s kiss, love strong and true,And dreams of life began anew.
 
#BriarRose #SleepingBeauty #FairyTalePodcast #MusicalStorytelling #GrimmsTales #LyricalLiteracy #ChildrensLiterature #FolkTales #PrincessStories #ClassicFairyTales
 
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Journey of the Magi - We Three Kings | Xmas Songs
 
The Lyrical Literacy podcast explores the beloved Christmas carol "We Three Kings of Orient Are," bringing to life the journey of the three wise men bearing gifts for the newborn Jesus. This episode weaves through the symbolic meaning of gold, frankincense, and myrrh as royal tribute, divine acknowledgment, and mortal sacrifice. The timeless melody captures both the wonder of following the guiding star and the profound spiritual significance of the Magi's pilgrimage across desert lands to find the humble manger in Bethlehem.
Origin
"We Three Kings of Orient Are" was written by American clergyman John Henry Hopkins Jr. in 1857 for a Christmas pageant at the General Theological Seminary in New York City. Hopkins composed both the lyrics and music, creating one of America's earliest Christmas carols that wasn't adapted from European sources. The carol dramatizes the Biblical story of the Magi from Matthew 2:1-12, who followed a star to bring gifts to the infant Jesus.
 
#ChristmasCarol #WeThreeKings #LyricalLiteracy #ChristmasTradition #MusicEducation #HolidayMusic #BiblicalStory #TheMagi #ChildrensLiteracy #ClassicHymns
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Over the River and Through the Wood | Xmas Sing-a-Long
 
The Lyrical Literacy podcast explores a festive adaptation of "Over the River and Through the Wood," transforming Lydia Maria Child's 1844 Thanksgiving poem into a Christmas journey. This reimagined version retains the beloved sleigh ride to grandmother's house while introducing rich holiday imagery—twinkling lights, holly-adorned doors, hanging stockings, and the peaceful glow of church bells. The adaptation creates an immersive Christmas experience through eight verses that follow travelers across snowy landscapes toward the warmth of family celebration, capturing both the physical journey and the spiritual essence of the Christmas season.
Over the River and Through the Wood 
Over the river and through the wood  To Grandmother's house we go  The sleigh is packed with gifts and cheer  For Christmas lights are aglow  Over the river and through the wood  The carols and songs we hear  The melodies ring as the joy they bring  Fills hearts with Christmas cheer  
Over the river and past the trees  The starry sky shines bright  The warmth inside and the Yuletide tide  Make this a holy night  Over the river and through the snow  The holly's on the door  We gather around where the joy abounds  With Christmas love in store  
Over the river and to the fire  Where stockings hang with care  With stories to tell and the midnight bell  The Christmas spirit's there  Over the river and through the snow  The Christmas tree stands tall  Its twinkling lights in the frosty night  Bring joy to one and all  
Over the river, the sleigh bells ring  Their music fills the air  With laughter and cheer we draw ever near  To Christmas memories fair  Over the river, the church bells chime  Proclaiming peace tonight  We lift up our song as we ride along  To greet the holy light
 
#LyricalLiteracy #ChristmasClassic #OverTheRiver #HolidayTraditions #WinterJourney #SleighRide #ChristmasCarol #FamilyGathering #HolidaySongs #PublicDomainAdaptation
Origin:
"Over the River and Through the Wood" was originally written by Lydia Maria Child in 1844 as "The New-England Boy's Song about Thanksgiving Day." Published in her book "Flowers for Children, Volume 2," it depicted a sleigh journey to grandfather's house for Thanksgiving. Child was an American abolitionist, women's rights activist, and author. The poem was later set to music and became a popular holiday song. Over time, many adaptations shifted the focus from Thanksgiving to Christmas, as seen in this version which replaces harvest themes with Christmas imagery while maintaining the cherished sleigh ride framework.
 
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55 Lines from Nursery Rhymes | Tongue Twisters
 
The Lyrical Literacy podcast presents a delightful collection of classic and creative tongue twisters drawn from nursery rhymes and speech exercise traditions. This episode weaves together 55 phonetically challenging lines, from the familiar "Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers" and "Sally sells seashells" to lesser-known verbal gymnastics like "Purple paper people." The compilation showcases alliteration, repetition, and sound patterns that challenge pronunciation while building language skills. These playful linguistic puzzles, arranged in a poetic stream-of-consciousness style, offer listeners both nostalgic connections to childhood wordplay and engaging exercises for speech development and articulation practice.
 
Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppersBut where's the peppers Peter Piper picked no one knows
Sally sells seashells by the seashoreBut oh
How much wood would a woodchuck chuckIf a woodchuck could chuck wood in a twisted wind
Betty bought a butter but bitter bitesAnd big black bugs bite big black bears
She sells seashells surelySea shore shells slickSix slick wrist tails slowly to the sea
Fuzzy Wuzzy was a bearWas he no hair no chaos
Saw Susie sitting in a shoe shine shopWhere Lester leather never weathered
Whether weather whetherRed yellow lorry red yellow lorry red yellow lorry
Unique New York unique New YorkToy boat toy boat toy boat
This brush brave bring it inBrandish broad bright blades
A box of mixed biscuitsMixed biscuit box
Six sick sheep six sick sheepStill sick
Wrist watches whisperSwiss wrist watch
Four fine fishThe great Greek grape growers growingCooks cook cupcakes quickly
Shy sheep seek shadeBy the seashore kitty caught a kitten in the kitchenHe threw three free throws
I wish my Irish wrist watchRound ragged rocks the ragged rascal ranSurely sunshine soon
They threw the throng fat frogsFlying past fast chop shop stock
Crusty crusty crustyZigzag through the zoo
I saw a kitten eating chicken in the kitchenFresh fresh fried free dose for fighting foodFreshly fried fish
A skunk sat on a stump and thunkSix slick swans swam swiftly
Betty Botter bought some butterBig black bats big pennies
Purple paper peoplePop pop pop
Three thumbs taxGreen glass globes glow green
Near a sailorHe went to sea to see what he could seeAnd to which watching two watchesWhich which would watch
Happy hippo hoppedAnd hip up in the hollow
 
#LyricalLiteracy #TongueTwisters #WordPlay #SpeechExercises #PhoneticChallenges #NurseryRhymes #Alliteration #LanguageDevelopment #VocalPractice #SpeechTherapy
Origin:
Tongue twisters have been used across cultures for centuries as speech exercises, language learning tools, and entertainment. Many of these examples are traditional English language tongue twisters that date back generations. Phrases like "Peter Piper" first appeared in print in the late 18th century, while others like "She sells seashells" were popularized in the 19th century. These verbal challenges were originally created to help with pronunciation, public speaking practice, and to overcome speech impediments, though they've also become beloved components of children's oral traditions and language play.
 
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Speckled Frogs | Sing-a-Long (Mayfield)
The Lyrical Literacy podcast transforms the beloved children's counting song "Five Little Speckled Frogs" into an expanded musical journey. This episode features the traditional verses of frogs gradually jumping from a log into a cool pool, but extends beyond the classic ending with additional verses celebrating the frogs' aquatic adventures. The expanded adaptation adds playful descriptions of the frogs swimming, croaking under the moon, and enjoying their watery home with onomatopoeic "splish splash" and "ribbit ribbit" sounds that enhance the rhythmic, educational quality of this counting rhyme. Perfect for young listeners developing early math skills while enjoying the whimsical imagery of amphibian antics.
Speckled Frogs
 
Five little speckled frogs,Sat on a speckled log,Eating some most delicious bugs.Yum yum!One jumped into the pool,Where it was nice and cool,Then there were four green speckled frogs.Glug glug!
Four little speckled frogs,Sat on a speckled log,Eating some most delicious bugs.Yum yum!One jumped into the pool,Where it was nice and cool,Then there were three green speckled frogs.Glug glug!
Three little speckled frogs,Sat on a speckled log,Eating some most delicious bugs.Yum yum!One jumped into the pool,Where it was nice and cool,Then there were two green speckled frogs.Glug glug!
Two little speckled frogs,Sat on a speckled log,Eating some most delicious bugs.Yum yum!One jumped into the pool,Where it was nice and cool,Then there was one green speckled frog.Glug glug!
One little speckled frog,Sat on a speckled log,Eating some most delicious bugs.Yum yum!He jumped into the pool,Where it was nice and cool,Then there were no green speckled frogs.Glug glug!
Oh, no more speckled frogs,Not one on the log,No more frogs to sing this song,All gone!Each one took a dive,And they’re swimming, feeling alive,Down in the pool, oh how they thrive!Splish splash!
The pool is full of frogs,No more on the logs,They’re happy in the water now,Where they belong!They croak a joyful tune,Beneath the shining moon,Singing together, with a happy swoon!Ribbit ribbit!
Yum yum!Ribbit ribbit!
Yum yum! Bugs in the air,Snapping snacks without a care,Glug glug! A bellyful treat,Swimming ‘round with sticky feet!Splish splash! They leap and play,Ribbit ribbit! Night and day!
Yum yum! Glug glug!They hop and hug,Splish splash! In the bubbly bath,Ribbit ribbit! Hear them laugh!No more logs, just poolside cheer,Froggies singing loud and clear:Yum yum! Glug glug! Splish splash! Yum yum! Ribbit ribbit!
 
#LyricalLiteracy #SpeckledFrogs #CountingSongs #ChildrensMusic #EarlyMath #NurseryRhymes #FrogSongs #MusicEducation #SubtractionSong #ChildhoodClassics
 
"Five Little Speckled Frogs" is a traditional children's counting song that has been used for generations to teach basic subtraction concepts in an engaging way. The song uses a simple pattern of frogs jumping from a log into a pool, counting down from five to zero. Dating back at least to the early 20th century, this song has become a staple in early childhood education, appearing in numerous children's songbooks and educational materials worldwide. The version presented here includes an extended conclusion that goes beyond the traditional ending.
 
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Speckled Frogs - A Counting Adventure | Sing-a-Long (Musinique)
The Lyrical Literacy podcast transforms the beloved children's counting song "Five Little Speckled Frogs" into an expanded musical journey. This episode features the traditional verses of frogs gradually jumping from a log into a cool pool, but extends beyond the classic ending with additional verses celebrating the frogs' aquatic adventures. The expanded adaptation adds playful descriptions of the frogs swimming, croaking under the moon, and enjoying their watery home with onomatopoeic "splish splash" and "ribbit ribbit" sounds that enhance the rhythmic, educational quality of this counting rhyme. Perfect for young listeners developing early math skills while enjoying the whimsical imagery of amphibian antics.
Five little specled frogs, Sat on a speckled log, Eating some most delicious bugs. Yum yum! One jumped into the pool, Where it was nice and cool, Then there were four green speckled frogs. Glug glug! Four little speckled frogs, Sat on a speckled log, Eating some most delicious bugs. Yum yum! One jumped into the pool, Where it was nice and cool, Then there were three green speckled frogs. Glug glug! Three little speckled frogs, Sat on a speckled log, Eating some most delicious bugs. Yum yum! One jumped into the pool, Where it was nice and cool, Then there were two green speckled frogs. Glug glug! Two little speckled frogs, Sat on a speckled log, Eating some most delicious bugs. Yum yum! One jumped into the pool, Where it was nice and cool, Then there was one green speckled frog. Glug glug! One little speckled frog, Sat on a speckled log, Eating some most delicious bugs. Yum yum! He jumped into the pool, Where it was nice and cool, Then there were no green speckled frogs. Glug glug! Oh, no more speckled frogs, Not one on the log, No more frogs to sing this song, All gone! Each one took a dive, And they’re swimming, feeling alive, Down in the pool, oh how they thrive! Splish splash! The pool is full of frogs, No more on the logs, They’re happy in the water now, Where they belong! They croak a joyful tune, Beneath the shining moon, Singing together, with a happy swoon! Ribbit ribbit! Yum yum! Ribbit ribbit! Yum yum! Bugs in the air, Snapping snacks without a care, Glug glug! A bellyful treat, Swimming ‘round with sticky feet! Splish splash! They leap and play, Ribbit ribbit! Night and day! Yum yum! Glug glug! They hop and hug, Splish splash! In the bubbly bath, Ribbit ribbit! Hear them laugh! No more logs, just poolside cheer, Froggies singing loud and clear: Yum yum! Glug glug! Splish splash! Yum yum! Ribbit ribbit!
#LyricalLiteracy #SpeckledFrogs #CountingSongs #ChildrensMusic #EarlyMath #NurseryRhymes #FrogSongs #MusicEducation #SubtractionSong #ChildhoodClassics
Origin:
"Five Little Speckled Frogs" is a traditional children's counting song that has been used for generations to teach basic subtraction concepts in an engaging way. The song uses a simple pattern of frogs jumping from a log into a pool, counting down from five to zero. Dating back at least to the early 20th century, this song has become a staple in early childhood education, appearing in numerous children's songbooks and educational materials worldwide. The version presented here includes an extended conclusion that goes beyond the traditional ending.
 
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Over the River and Through the Wood | Xmas Songs (Nik Bear)
 
The Lyrical Literacy podcast explores a Christmas adaptation of the beloved American poem "Over the River and Through the Wood." Originally written by Lydia Maria Child in 1844 as a Thanksgiving poem, this Christmas version transforms the journey to grandmother's house into a festive sleigh ride filled with holiday imagery. The adaptation weaves together traditional elements like sleigh bells, holly, and stockings with the spiritual essence of Christmas, creating a warm narrative of family gathering and seasonal celebration. Nik Bear Brown's reimagining preserves the nostalgic charm of the original while enhancing its yuletide relevance, making it perfect for holiday gatherings and Christmas storytelling traditions.
 
Over the river and through the woodTo Grandmother's house we goThe sleigh is packed with gifts and cheerFor Christmas lights are aglow
Over the river and through the woodThe carols and songs we hearThe melodies ring as the joy they bringFills hearts with Christmas cheer
Over the river and past the treesThe starry sky shines brightThe warmth inside and the Yuletide tideMake this a holy night
Over the river and through the snowThe holly's on the doorWe gather around where the joy aboundsWith Christmas love in store
Over the river and to the fireWhere stockings hang with careWith stories to tell and the midnight bellThe Christmas spirit's there
Over the river and through the snowThe Christmas tree stands tallIts twinkling lights in the frosty nightBring joy to one and all
Over the river, the sleigh bells ringTheir music fills the airWith laughter and cheer we draw ever nearTo Christmas memories fair
Over the river, the church bells chimeProclaiming peace tonightWe lift up our song as we ride alongTo greet the holy light
 
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Over the River and Through the Wood
Rewritten or adapted by Musinique's resident poet, Nik Bear Brown (https://www.musinique.com/nikbearbrown)
Historical Background:"Over the River and Through the Wood" was originally a Thanksgiving poem written by Lydia Maria Child in 1844, titled "The New-England Boy's Song about Thanksgiving Day." It was first published in Child's book "Flowers for Children, Volume 2." Child was an American abolitionist, women's rights activist, and novelist who also wrote popular cookbooks. The poem was later set to music and became a popular holiday song, with many variations adapting it for Christmas rather than its original Thanksgiving theme. The song describes a sleigh ride to visit grandparents for a holiday celebration.
Original Version:The original poem/lyrics by Lydia Maria Child are in the public domain and can be found in many traditional songbooks and historical archives. The original version speaks specifically about Thanksgiving and mentions grandfather's house rather than grandmother's. Many adaptations exist, making it one of the most flexible holiday songs in American culture.
 
 
 

Cuphead | Lyrical Literacy Project
Lyrical Literacy Project because sometimes get a kid in engage in reading, singing and learning involves making a simple song about her favorite video game.
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The Lyrical Literacy podcast delivers timeless stories and poems through the science-backed power of music. Music, poems and stories are exercise for the brain. Each episode presents carefully selected fairy tales, myths, poems, and lullabies from around the world, enhanced through innovative audio techniques based on neuroscientific research.
Developed by Humanitarians AI, this research-based program leverages the fact that music engages more brain regions simultaneously than almost any other activity, creating multimodal learning experiences that target specific cognitive and linguistic skills. Our unique approach combines traditional storytelling with strategic musical elements to maximize comprehension, retention, and neural connectivity in developing minds.
Each production is meticulously crafted using humans + AI. AI-assisted techniques to optimize pacing, musical accompaniment, ideation, and emotional resonance—all designed to foster deeper language processing while maintaining high engagement levels. Perfect for parents, educators, and children seeking content that entertains while developing critical literacy foundations.
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 The Boogeyman Suggests You Brush Your Teeth | Lyrical Literacy 
The Lyrical Literacy podcast explores the cultural phenomenon of the Boogeyman through rhythmic verse. This episode examines how this shapeshifting creature of childhood fears has been used across generations as a behavioral teaching tool. The poem captures the essence of this mysterious figure who lurks in shadows, under beds, and in closets - not simply to frighten, but to encourage good behavior through gentle intimidation. From eating vegetables to cleaning rooms, the Boogeyman serves as parents' supernatural ally in child-rearing, demonstrating how folklore figures have long been employed to reinforce social norms and expectations.
Origin Summary: The Boogeyman (also known as Bogeyman) is a common folklore figure with variations across many cultures, dating back centuries. This amorphous creature represents childhood fears and has been used by parents worldwide as a disciplinary tactic, making it a universal element of childhood mythology.
 The Boogeyman Suggests You Brush Your Teeth
In the shadowy corners,where the cobwebs weave,Lives the Boogeyman,so they believe.Under beds,in closets,just out of sight,He lurks in the darkness,keeping away the light.
No face to see,he changes his look,From a shadowy figure to the monster in your book.In every home,he's a different shade,Crafted by the fears that night has made.
Boogeyman,Boogeyman,hidden so grand,Teaching lessons across every land.Eat your veggies,say your prayers,Or the Boogeyman will catch you unawares.
Some nights he’s tall,some days he’s small,Sometimes he’s not even scary at all.But one thing’s consistent,his mysterious plan,To sneak into dreams,as only a Boogeyman can.
He’s there to remind,with a nudge or a fright,To brush your teeth and say goodnight.Parents whisper,children heed,The Boogeyman's watching,so do good deeds.
Boogeyman,Boogeyman,hidden so grand,Teaching lessons across every land.Clean your room,don't you whine,Or the Boogeyman will come at bedtime
 
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