"Incy Wincy Spider" is a popular nursery rhyme and
fingerplay. The song describes the adventures of a spider, who climb sup, climbs down and then climbs up the water sprout. Delightful hand actions are performed while singing or reciting the song to keep the children entertained and sustain their interest. The rhyme is recited or sung by the kids in different languages and cultures.
It was printed in 'Camp and Camino in Lower California' book, titled as “Spider Songâ€. Later, different versions of the song were printed in 'Wester Folklore' and 'American Folk Songs for Children'.
Fingerplay – The song is usually accompanied by a sequence of gestures while singing.
Sing along to the video to learn the words of the song.