Five Grey Elephants | Children’s Song
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One grey elephant balancing
Step by step on a piece of string
He thought it was such a wonderful stunt
That he called for another elephant
Two grey elepants balancing
Step by step on a piece of string
They thought it was such a wonderful stunt
That they called for another elephant
Three grey elephants balancing
Step by step on a piece of string
They thought it was such a wonderful stunt
That they called for another elephant
Four grey elephants balancing
Step by step on a piece of string
They thought it was such a wonderful stunt
That they called for another elephant
Five grey elephants balancing
Step by step on a piece of string
They thought it was such a wonderful stunt
That they called for another elephant
And what do you think happened?
They all fell off
Free Printable Coloring Page for Five Grey Elephants
Five Grey Elephants Coloring Page
Introduce your little ones to the playful song "Five Grey Elephants" with our free printable coloring page! Let them explore their creativity as they reimagine this catchy tune through colourful illustrations. It's a fun and educational activity that pairs perfectly with the music, making learning an enjoyable experience for children of all ages. Get ready to sing, dance, and colour with the Five Grey Elephants!
About the Song
Five Grey Elephants" is a popular children's song that focuses on counting and can be a fun way to engage young minds. Here's what we know about it:
Premise: The song revolves around five grey elephants attempting a silly feat – balancing on a thin string!
Educational Value: It incorporates counting from one to five as the elephants climb on the string.
Variations: There are different versions of the song. Some focus solely on counting, while others might add a suspenseful element where the string breaks with all the elephants tumbling down.
Popularity: The song is quite popular among educators and parents. You might find recordings of the song with different melodies and visuals on YouTube
Here are some additional things to know:
The exact origin of the song is unclear, similar to many traditional children's songs.
It's a lighthearted and catchy song that can keep children entertained while helping them learn their numbers.
Five Fun Facts about Elephants
Trunk Power!: An elephant's trunk is like a super-powered hand! With over 150,000 muscles, they can sniff out water from miles away, grab tiny objects, and even use it like a snorkel while swimming.
Waterholics!: Elephants are true giants, but they're also giant guzzlers. An adult elephant can drink up to 210 liters (55 gallons) of water in a single day!
Sound Communicators: Elephants don't just trumpet – they have a whole language of rumbles, infrasonic sounds too low for humans to hear, and calls that can travel for miles!
Family First: Elephants are highly social creatures who live in close-knit family groups led by a wise old female called the matriarch. They take care of their young for years and even mourn their dead.
Memory Masters: Elephants are known for their amazing memory. They can recognize other elephants they haven't seen in years, remember watering holes from long journeys, and even hold grudges!
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