Five Little Ducks Song Summary

Introduction

• A lively song about a mother duck and her five little ducks.

Lyrics Overview

• The song follows a repetitive structure where:
  • Five little ducks go swimming.
  • Each verse reduces the number of ducks by one until only one is left.
  • Finally, all five ducks return.

Verse Breakdown

1. Five little ducks went swimming one day.
   • Mother duck quacks; only four return.
2. Four little ducks went swimming one day.
   • Mother duck quacks; only three return.
3. Three little ducks went swimming one day.
   • Mother duck quacks; only two return.
4. Two little ducks went swimming one day.
   • Mother duck quacks; only one returns.
5. One little duck went swimming one day.
   • Mother duck quacks; all five come back.

Conclusion

• The song ends on a cheerful note, inviting listeners to return soon.