Sing along with this cheerful version of Rain Rain Go Away! This classic nursery rhyme brings fun to rainy days, encouraging children to move, clap, and imagine the rain going away so they can play. Perfect for toddlers, preschoolers, and early school-age kids, it’s a great way to combine music, movement, and learning about the weather.
Rain Rain Go Away Song Lyrics
Rain, rain, go away
Come again another day
The family wants to laugh and play,
Rain, rain, go away.
Rain, rain, go away,
Come again another day,
Little Johnny hums a song,
He hopes the sunshine won’t be long.
Rain, rain, go away,
Come again another day,
mummy wants to jog around,
And listen to her music loud.
Rain, rain, go away
Come again another day
Daddy wants to ride his bike,
And race along the path he likes.
Rain, rain, go away,
Come again another day,
Little puppy wants to play,
And chase the sticks that roll away.
Rain, rain, go away
Come again another day
Brother wants to climb the tree,
And wave his arms so wild and free.
Rain, rain, go away
Come again another day
Sister wants to sing a song,
And have the family sing along.
Rain, rain, go away
Come again another day
The family wants to laugh and play,
Rain, rain, go away.
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Below is how you can adapt ‘Rain Rain Go Away’ depending on the age of the child:
For Babies (0-12 months)
Focus on sound, rhythm and comfort rather than singing each word.
Activity tips:
-Play the song gently while holding your baby.
-Bounce or sway in time with the steady tune.
-Use wide facial expressions and slow movements to keep attention.
Why this works:
-Babies respond to repetitive rhythms.
-Shared listening builds early sound recognition.
-Music strengthens bonding.
For Toddlers (1-3 years)
For toddlers, keep it simple, sensory and playful.
Activity tips:
-Encourage clapping or tapping along to the beat of Rain Rain Go Away.
-Pretend to make rain with fingers falling down, then push hands away for “go away.”
-Sing the simplest lines together: “Rain, rain, go away!”
Why this works:
-Repetition supports early language recognition.
-Movement with music builds coordination.
-Motor play connects actions with words.
For Preschoolers (3-5 years)
Preschoolers can engage more deeply with song meaning and interaction.
Activity tips:
-Sing the full nursery rhyme with verses about “little sister wants to play” or “little brother wants to play.”
-Ask questions like “What do you like to do when it rains?” or “Can we act out rain and sunshine?”
-Use umbrellas or props to act out the rain going away.
Learning Focus:
-Vocabulary growth through lyrics.
-Imaginative play and storytelling.
-Weather concepts like rainy vs sunny days.
For Early School (5-7 years)
Older kids can explore rhythm patterns, storytelling and weather topics.
Activity tips:
-Talk about weather and seasons while singing.
-Encourage them to make up their own verses (for example “Thunder, thunder, go away”).
-Use simple instruments like shakers to mimic raindrops.
Learning Focus:
-Listening and sound pattern recognition.
-Creativity through lyric variation.
-Scientific thinking about weather and play options.
General Tips for All Ages
Weather Journal:
After singing, look outside and draw what you see – rain, clouds or sunshine.
Indoor Fun:
On rainy days, do pretend rain dance, paint raindrops, or make paper umbrellas.
Creative Versions:
Let kids create funny or personalised versions by adding names or favourite activities.