Now I’ve Said My A, B, C
A, B, C, D, E, F, G,
H, I, J, K, L, M, N, O, P,
Q, R, S, and T, U, V,
W, X, and Y and Z.
Now I've said my A, B, C,
Tell me what you think of me.
In a most delightful and enchanting corner of history, there resides a charming nursery rhyme, spreading joy to children as they begin their journey into the world of letters and words. This magical little verse, as familiar as a spoonful of sugar, commences with the letters A, B, C, and gallantly waltzes all the way to Z. :-)
Origin
Tracing back through the pages of time, we uncover the beginnings of this darling rhyme in the 18th century. Many believe it first graced the world in 1761, when the pioneering children's literature publisher, John Newbery, committed it to print. However, the true origins of this lovely song remain as elusive as a kite caught in the breeze.
Meaning
As time marched on, the Alphabet Song blossomed into a cornerstone of early education, weaving its way into the tapestry of childhood like a most delightful melody. The song's purpose is as clear as a cloudless sky: to teach little ones the alphabet in a manner both engaging and memorable. Yet, tucked away within the verse lies a gentle nudge for children to contemplate their own self-worth and identity, as they inquire, "Tell me what you think of me."
