Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
A gentle lullaby about a twinkling star up in the sky
One of the most loved nursery rhymes of all time, this gentle poem has been sung to children for over 200 years.
Twinkle, twinkle, little star,
How I wonder what you are!
Up above the world so high,
Like a diamond in the sky.
When the blazing sun is gone,
When he nothing shines upon,
Then you show your little light,
Twinkle, twinkle, all the night.
Twinkle, twinkle, little star,
How I wonder what you are!
Frequently Asked Questions
Who wrote Twinkle Twinkle Little Star?
The words come from an early 19th-century English poem by Jane Taylor, later set to a French melody that is now famous worldwide.
Is this a good poem for very young children?
Yes, its gentle, repetitive rhythm makes it one of the most popular first rhymes for babies and toddlers.
What age group is this poem suitable for?
This poem is loved by children of all ages, but is especially popular with toddlers aged 1 to 4.