Twinkle Twinkle, Little Star – And The Moral
Twinkle Twinkle, Little Star – And The Moral
Twinkle Twinkle, Little Star
How I wonder what you are
Up above the world so high Like a diamond in the sky
When the glorious sun has set,
And the grass with dew is wet,
Then you show your little light,
Twinkle, twinkle, all the night.
When the golden sun doth rise,
Fills with shining light the skies,
Then you fade away from sight,
Shine no more ’till comes the night.
Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
How I wonder what you are!
That so well-known Nursery Rhyme to us… Isn’t It? We all learned it in our Nursery days. Well, here I give the credit to my Nursery Mam in school, Mrs. Moses. Thank you mam… I can still visualize the energy and actions you added in this rhyme to make it so welcoming and entertaining to my classmates and me.
“Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star” has always felt like more than just a lullaby to me. I later learned that its lyrics actually come from an early 19th-century poem called “The Star,” written by Jane Taylor. Her poem was crafted in simple, musical couplets and first appeared in 1806 in a collection titled Rhymes for the Nursery, which she created along with her sister Ann. Knowing this makes the lullaby feel even more special—as if I’m singing a piece of history every time I hum those familiar lines.
When I recite this rhyme to my child, it makes me feel as if I am back in child mode. What I love the most, while we do this mumma-son dua practice, is that I can see the shine of the twinkling stars in my Ani’s eyes. It’s like a ray of hope to me that one day he will shine like the stars and spread love and humanity among all. 🙂 🙂 🙂
Time now to share the lessons I found in this amazing rhyme.
Lesson 1. Be Curious About the World
The line “How I wonder what you are” teaches children to ask questions, stay curious, and explore new things. Curiosity leads to learning and discovery. For the adults also I would like to say we all should be ready to explore new things life and the curious bee should also be there in our minds to. It will help to explore the Universe better.
Lesson 2. Beauty Exists Everywhere
Comparing the star to a diamond helps children appreciate small, natural wonders around them. Even the simplest things — a star, a leaf, a cloud — can be beautiful. Yes, beauty lies everywhere and we should have the eyes and heart to find them surrounding us and appreciate.
Lesson 3. Everything has Its Time
The poem shows the star shining at night and disappearing when the sun rises. There is a right time for everything — a time to shine, a time to rest, a time to play, and a time to sleep. We should not stress ourselves unnecessary and follow a disciplined routine to stay healthy, wealthy, happy and fine. 🙂
Lesson 4. Light Helps Us Feel Safe
The star gives a tiny light in the dark sky. Even a little bit of light can make us feel brave, calm, and protected. Your shape, size or look never matter if you have the power and intention to be a ray of hope in others life like the Stars.
Lesson 5. Small Things Can Make a Big Difference
A tiny star shines in the vast sky and brings joy, wonder, and comfort. You don’t have to be big to be important — even small acts of kindness can brighten someone’s life. Let’s each one of us, be it your kid and we the adults…. all embrace the world of kindness.
I found this Rhyme very, very meaningful and powerful in every sense. The small stars teach so many things without even uttering a single word. Gratitude to the stars and the Universe at large. Let us, the parents, take the initiative to encourage our kids, in the journey of love, hope, promise, and kindness.
This blog post is part of ‘Blogaberry Dazzle’
hosted by Cindy D’Silva and Noor Anand Chawla.
Your take on “small things can make a big difference” was a reminder that even as grown-ups we often underestimate gentle acts of kindness. I will look at that little star again with fresh eyes.
The fact that every star will have its time and day or should I say night to shine is so inspiring. Also to stay curious and ask questions, look for answers is what keeps the mind sharp. Very well interpreted.
I never knew that this rhyme doesn’t end at..Like a diamond in the sky.Your interpretation of the rhymes are endearing.When I was a kid we used to sleep in the open and star gaze. Wishing on a shooting star or count stars till we dozed off. My sister used to tell me that once a person dies he/she becomes a star and now I try to look for my husband and son up there.
Your posts on the rhymes take me back to my childhood mode also! You really should put this together in a book, love this series.
This rhyme legit mirrors the curiosity kids have about the twinkling stars in the sky. What a wonderful way to boost their feelings of wonder and imagination!
Learn something new with every rhyme you interpret with wisdom. This poem, for me, was only the first 4 lines. Read the entire thing only today, via your post,
Such a sweet read. Thanks for sharing this thoughtful take on a poem that hold a special place in my heart coz of my love for starlit skies and the moonlight
Everything has it’s time really needed to hear this today. Thank you for the gentle reminder!
I loved how you explored the deeper moral behind Twinkle Twinkle Little Star with such warmth and clarity Your perspective makes this familiar rhyme feel meaningful again especially for adults reflecting on childhood lessons and values we often overlook
One of my favourite poems but now I realised it has a deeper meaning
Wow!! I am loving this series to decoding the kids rhymes!!