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Three Little Kittens (Nursery Rhyme)

Summary

This nursery rhyme tells the story of a cat and her kittens who excitedly put on their mittens to eat a Christmas pie. Unfortunately, the kittens lose their mittens, which leads to disappointment and tears as they face their mother's dismay. The mother kitten informs them that because they have been irresponsible and lost their mittens, they are not allowed to partake in the day's activities, explicitly labeling them as 'naughty.' Through a simple, rhythmic structure, the rhyme explores themes of responsibility, consequences, and the importance of taking care of one's belongings. The story highlights the consequences of carelessness and the disappointment that follows, teaching children about responsibility in a gentle, engaging manner.

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The cat and her kittens
They put on their mittens,
To eat a Christmas pie.
The poor little kittens
They lost their mittens,
And then they began to cry.

“O mother dear, we sadly fear
We cannot go to-day,
For we have lost our mittens.”
“If it be so, ye shall not go,
For ye are naughty kittens.”

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