There has been speculation that the words might allude to something darker—one claim says that the rhyme is based on a song ...

It’s not always easy though. Watch this short clip for ... Focus on the rhythm of the poem. Look at the rhyming words used in the poem. Think of actions or images that could go with each line.

How can rhyming words help children learn? Dr Saloni Krishnan helps a parent explore how rhyming helps children to build their vocabulary and understanding of word sounds.