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Little Jumping Joan — Nursery Rhyme Lyrics

Here am I, little jumping Joan,
When nobody's with me
I'm always alone.

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Nursery rhymes are some of the best teachers of rhythm and rhyme. "Little Jumping Joan" uses 3 lines to create a memorable verse — proof that effective poetry doesn't need to be long. Pay attention to the meter: the pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables is what makes the rhyme stick in your head.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the words to Little Jumping Joan?
The lyrics to Little Jumping Joan are: Here am I, little jumping Joan, / When nobody's with me / I'm always alone.
How many lines does Little Jumping Joan have?
"Little Jumping Joan" has 3 lines of verse.