One Finger, One Thumb
UK Lyrics
One finger, one thumb, keep moving.
One finger, one thumb, keep moving.
One finger, one thumb, keep moving.
We'll all be merry and bright.
One finger, one thumb, one arm, keep moving.
One finger, one thumb, one arm, keep moving.
One finger, one thumb, one arm, keep moving.
We'll all be merry and bright.
(Add leg, nod of the head, stand up/sit down)
One finger, one thumb, keep moving.
One finger, one thumb, keep moving.
We'll all be merry and bright.
One finger, one thumb, one arm, keep moving.
One finger, one thumb, one arm, keep moving.
One finger, one thumb, one arm, keep moving.
We'll all be merry and bright.
(Add leg, nod of the head, stand up/sit down)
History and Meaning
A cumulative action song that gets physically demanding as more movements are added. While its exact origin remains untraceable to a specific date or author, it is considered a classic children's song passed down through generations. The song is frequently used as an "energizer" or "brain break" in educational settings because it helps improve motor and cognitive skills, and has been featured in popular children's media including Sesame Street.