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My Kitten — Nursery Rhyme Lyrics

Hey, my kitten, my kitten,
And hey, my kitten, my deary!
Such a sweet pet as this
Was neither far nor neary.

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Nursery rhymes are some of the best teachers of rhythm and rhyme. "My Kitten" uses 4 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 My Kitten?
The lyrics to My Kitten are: Hey, my kitten, my kitten, / And hey, my kitten, my deary! / Such a sweet pet as this / Was neither far nor neary.
How many lines does My Kitten have?
"My Kitten" has 4 lines of verse.