Humpty Dumpty (Nursery Rhyme)

Summary

This nursery rhyme features the character Humpty Dumpty, who is traditionally depicted as an egg, sitting on a wall. Humpty Dumpty experiences a great fall, resulting in his complete disassembly. Despite efforts from all the king's horses and men, they are unable to restore him to his original state. As Humpty contemplates his gloomy situation, surrounded by the remains of the world he knew, he decides to rebuild himself. With persistence, he manages to put himself back together, and all involved are pleased with his recovery. The rhyme subtly conveys themes of resilience and self-reliance, encouraging young listeners to persevere through difficult times.

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Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall
Humpty Dumpty had a great fall
All the king’s horses and all the king’s men
Couldn’t put Humpty together again

Humpty Dumpty sat on the ground
Humpty Dumpty looked all around
Gone were the chimneys, gone were the roofs
All he could see were ankles and hooves

Poor old Humpty
Poor old Humpty
Poor old Humpty
Dumpty

Poor old Humpty
Poor old Humpty
Poor old Humpty
Poor old Humpty Dumpty

Humpty Dumpty counted to ten
Humpty Dumpty built up again
All the king’s horses and all the king’s men
Are happy that Humpty is together again