A Glass of Milk and a Slice of Bread Lyrics
Bedtime in a nutshell: a little supper of milk and bread, then good night and off to bed.
A Glass of Milk and a Slice of Bread
A glass of milk and a slice of bread,
And then good-night, we must go to bed.
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- Type
- Mother Goose, Lullabies
- Tune
- Spoken bedtime rhyme
- Best for ages
- 1 to 5 years
What Does A Glass of Milk and a Slice of Bread Mean?
The rhyme describes a simple evening snack, the kind children used to have before bed, and then the moment everyone dreads: lights out. Saying it as part of a routine gives children a clear signal that the day is ending.
History and Origin
The rhyme comes from The Little Mother Goose (1912). Short bedtime rhymes like this were used to mark the end of the day, much like Wee Willie Winkie running through the town to say it is time for bed.
Learning Activities
- Bedtime signal: say it every night at snack time, so children know bed comes next.
- Picture routine: draw the steps of bedtime: snack, teeth, story, sleep.
- Quiet voice: say the second line in a whisper.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do you say this rhyme?
At the evening snack, just before getting ready for bed.
How long is it?
Just two lines.