Solomon Grundy, Born on a Monday, Dug a garden on Tuesday, Planted seeds on Wednesday, Watered them on Thursday, Watched them grow on Friday, Pulled out weeds on Saturday, Dreamed of veggies on Sunday. That was the start Of Solomon Grundy's garden. Solomon Grundy, Woke up on Monday, Saw a ladybug on Tuesday, Buzzed with bees on Wednesday, Chatted with worms on Thursday, Laughed with frogs on Friday, Danced with snails on Saturday, Waved to birds on Sunday. He made new friends In Solomon Grundy's garden. Solomon Grundy, Felt rain on Monday, Watched wind blow on Tuesday, Found droopy leaves on Wednesday, Built small shelters on Thursday, Fixed broken stems on Friday, Shooed away pests on Saturday, Gave plants care on Sunday. He helped them thrive In Solomon Grundy's garden. Solomon Grundy, Smelled flowers on Monday, Spotted green shoots on Tuesday, Counted buds on Wednesday, Watched them bloom on Thursday, Touched soft leaves on Friday, Clapped with joy on Saturday, Sang to plants on Sunday. His garden flourished In Solomon Grundy's garden. Solomon Grundy, Pulled carrots on Monday, Picked juicy peas on Tuesday, Plucked ripe tomatoes on Wednesday, Gathered fresh herbs on Thursday, Washed them all on Friday, Cooked a feast on Saturday, Shared with friends on Sunday. That was the reward Of Solomon Grundy's garden.
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About Solomon Grundy
The Story of Solomon Grundy (Solomon and Grundy)
The rhyme of Solomon Grundy (sometimes called Solomon and Grundy) is one of the most famous ways to help children learn the days of the week. Many parents search for the classic "born on Monday" story to help their little ones memorize the order of the days. While the original poem is short, our extended story turns Solomon's week into a beautiful gardening adventure! It’s a classic favorite that has been shared by parents and teachers for generations.
Meaning and Lessons: Growing with Solomon
Good Things Take Time: Just like Solomon had to wait all week to see his garden grow, you sometimes need to be patient too! When you plant a seed, it doesn't become a big plant right away. You need to water it, wait, and take care of it day after day—just like Solomon did!
Gardens Have Many Friends: Did you notice how Solomon met ladybugs, worms, frogs, and birds? Your garden can be full of helpful little creatures too! These garden friends each do special jobs to help plants grow strong and healthy.
Taking Care Brings Happy Surprises: Solomon helped his plants when it was windy or rainy, and guess what happened? He got yummy vegetables to share with his friends! When you take good care of things—like plants, pets, or toys—wonderful things can happen!
Solomon Grundy "Born on a Monday" Lyrics
Did you know? The original Solomon Grundy poem tells the story of someone’s whole life in just seven days! It’s a fun way to practice the days of the week and reminds us to make the most of every single day.
Solomon Grundy, Born on a Monday,
Christened on Tuesday, Married on Wednesday,
Took ill on Thursday, Worse on Friday,
Died on Saturday, Buried on Sunday.
This is the end of Solomon Grundy.