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The Grand Old Duke of York

The Grand Old Duke of York

Singing a nursery rhyme is a great way to bond with your little one, get moving together, and support their language development.


Watch this Mum as she sings some songs with her baby. The actions for The Grand Old Duke of York can be adapted for any age child.


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Have a go at following the song lyrics and watch the video for the music below:

The Grand Old Duke of York lyrics

Oh the Grand old duke of York
He had ten thousand men
He marched them up to the top of the hill
And he marched them down again
And when they were up they were up
And when they were down they were down
And when they were only halfway up
They were neither up nor down.


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