The Itsy Bitsy Spider is a classic English nursery rhyme that children love for its fun hand motions and cheerful melody.
With its simple lyrics and playful rhythm, this rhyme is perfect for preschool learning, motor skill development, and early English practice.
Sing it with your child and act out the motions to make learning interactive and fun.
The Itsy Bitsy Spider Lyrics
The itsy bitsy spider climbed up the water spout.
Down came the rain, and washed the spider out.
Out came the sun, and dried up all the rain.
And the itsy bitsy spider climbed up the spout again.
The itsy bitsy spider climbed up the water spout.
Down came the rain, and washed the spider out.
Out came the sun, and dried up all the rain.
And the itsy bitsy spider climbed up the spout again.
The itsy bitsy spider climbed up the water spout.
Down came the rain, and washed the spider out.
Out came the sun, and dried up all the rain.
And the itsy bitsy spider climbed up the spout again.
About The Itsy Bitsy Spider
The Itsy Bitsy Spider is one of the most popular nursery rhymes for young children because it combines music with movement.
Its simple actions make it a favorite in preschools, homes, and playgroups around the world.
Origin & History
The rhyme is believed to have originated in the early 20th century in the United States.
It has since spread globally, sometimes called “Incy Wincy Spider” in other English-speaking countries.
The hand motions of the spider climbing, the rain falling, and the sun shining have made it timeless.
Why Kids Love It
- Fun and easy hand motions to act out the song
- Teaches simple sequencing of events (rain, sun, spider climbing)
- Repetition helps children memorize words quickly
- Great for toddlers, preschoolers, and ESL learners
How to Use It at Home
- Sing with your child while showing the hand motions
- Talk about the weather (rain, sun) and nature (spider, water spout)
- Encourage kids to “be the spider” and act out climbing and crawling
- Use the song to introduce science concepts like the water cycle
👉 Sing and play along with this rhyme to help your little one learn English, practice motions, and explore nature in a fun way!