Currahoo, Curr Dhoo Lyrics
Two lines that sound just like a pigeon cooing on a rooftop. The old book that printed it even tells the reader to imitate a pigeon while saying it.
Currahoo, Curr Dhoo
Currahoo, curr dhoo,
Love me, and I'll love you!
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- Type
- Animal Rhymes
- Tune
- Cooed rhyme
- Best for ages
- 6 months to 3 years
Hand Motions and Actions
| When you sing | Do this |
|---|---|
| Currahoo, curr dhoo | Coo the words softly, like a pigeon. |
| Love me, and I'll love you | Give your child a hug. |
What Does Currahoo, Curr Dhoo Mean?
The first line copies the soft, rolling call of a pigeon or dove. The second line is a sweet promise of affection given and returned. It is a cuddle rhyme for babies more than a story.
History and Origin
The rhyme appears in The Little Mother Goose (1912), with a direction printed beside it: "Imitate a Pigeon." Rhymes that copy animal and bird calls are among the very first that babies hear, because the sounds are easy and fun to repeat.
Learning Activities
- Coo together: take turns cooing like pigeons and doves.
- Bird watch: listen for pigeons in the park and copy their call.
- Cuddle time: use it as a bedtime cuddle rhyme.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does currahoo mean?
It imitates the cooing call of a pigeon.
What age is it for?
Babies and toddlers, as a gentle cuddle rhyme.