The Beehive
Late 19th Century 
UK/ USA Lyrics
Where are the bees?
Hidden away where nobody sees
Watch and you‛ll see them come out of the hive
One…two…three…four…five!
Buzz, buzz, buzz, buzz, buzz.
Here is the beehive
Where are the bees?
Hidden away where nobody sees
Watch and you‛ll see them land on the floor
One…two…three…four!
Buzz, buzz, buzz, buzz.
Here is the beehive
Where are the bees?
Hidden away where nobody sees
Watch and you‛ll see them come out of the tree
One…two…three!
Buzz, buzz, buzz.
History and Meaning
"Here is the Beehive" is a traditional finger play nursery rhyme whose exact origin and author are unknown. Like many nursery rhymes, it is believed to have been passed down orally over generations as part of folk tradition, predating its first written publications. The rhyme appears in various collections of children's songs, including "Wee Sing Children's Songs and Fingerplays" from 1979. It is commonly used as a counting exercise and tickling rhyme suitable for babies and young children, with actions involving making a fist to represent the beehive and then extending fingers one by one to count the bees as they "come out of the hive." The rhyme's enduring popularity stems from its simple actions, counting elements, and engaging nature for young children, making it a staple in early childhood education settings.