March, March, Two by Two Lyrics
Children chant this while marching in pairs, everyone dressed in yellow, pink and blue.
March, March, Two by Two
March, march, two by two,
Dressed in yellow, pink, and blue.
Printed from https://nurseryrhymes.co/march-march-two-by-two/
- Type
- Action Songs
- Tune
- Chanted marching rhyme
- Best for ages
- 2 to 6 years
Hand Motions and Actions
| When you sing | Do this |
|---|---|
| March, march | Lift your knees high and march on the spot. |
| Two by two | Find a partner and march side by side. |
| Dressed in yellow, pink, and blue | Point to something of each color. |
What Does March, March, Two by Two Mean?
The chant keeps time for a little parade. Children march in pairs, two by two, and the colors describe their dresses and ribbons. It is short enough to repeat again and again while marching around a room or a yard.
History and Origin
William Wells Newell recorded it in Philadelphia for Games and Songs of American Children (1883). He listed it among the games of very young girls, next to rounds like Kittie Put the Kettle On.
Learning Activities
- Color parade: everyone wears or holds something yellow, pink or blue and marches in pairs.
- Counting pairs: count the pairs as they march past: one pair, two pairs, three.
- Change the colors: swap in the colors your children are wearing today.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you use March, March, Two by Two?
Chant it while marching in pairs around a room or yard.
Where was it collected?
In Philadelphia, by William Wells Newell, in 1883.