World Nursery Rhyme Week 9th - 13th November 2026

Free Song lyrics, videos and Musical Activities

We’re so excited to be the Official Music Partner for World Nursery Rhyme Week 2026! This annual celebration is loved by schools, nurseries, childminders, and families all over the world, and it’s the perfect way to explore the magic of nursery rhymes through singing, actions, and play.

Each year, five rhymes are chosen for everyone to sing together. We’ve created a free songbook and activity pack for each one — ready for you to download, print, and use straight away with babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and early years classes.

Whether you’re in a classroom, childminding group, or at home, these resources are designed to make music fun and accessible. Each songbook includes:

Full song lyrics

Simple actions

Easy, engaging music activities

Ideas for building rhythm, language, and confidence through play

Sing and Sign with Makaton

Sing, sign and join in with Piccolo Music!

Explore our nursery rhyme videos featuring Makaton signing, created in partnership with ABC Makaton Training. Singing and signing together helps children develop communication, understanding and confidence while enjoying music.

Watch our Videos with Makaton →

How to Join in

1. Click on one (or ideally all!) of this year's rhymes.

2. Download the free songbook and musical activity pack.

3. Sing, play and have fun together - at school, nursery, playgroup or at home.