Pussy Cat, Pussy Cat
Quick Answer
A classic nursery rhyme where a cat visits the Queen and sees a tiny mouse under the chair. It’s short, gentle, and full of playful imagination—perfect for a quick bedtime smile without any real danger.
Why This Story Works for Bedtime
Its brevity and predictable rhythm make it an easy “last thing” before lights out. The scene is cozy and silly, and you can soften it further by using a whispery voice and a calm ending line.
Story at a Glance
RECOMMENDED AGES
2-6 years
READING TIME
1 min
Story Synopsis
In this tiny rhyme, Pussy Cat takes a surprising trip “to London” to visit the Queen. The Queen asks what the cat has seen, and the answer is wonderfully small: a little mouse under the chair. That contrast—big palace, tiny mouse—makes children laugh and sparks imagination. You can pause to picture the room, the chair, and the shy mouse, turning two lines into a mini bedtime scene. Because nothing harmful happens, it stays light and safe, like a bedtime wink.
Story Excerpt
Pussycat pussycat, where have you been? I've been up to London to visit the Queen. Pussycat pussycat, what did you there? I frightened a little mouse under her chair MEOWW!
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In One Glance
Pussy Cat, Pussy Cat is a short nursery rhyme in which a cat visits the Queen and reports seeing a small mouse under her chair. The charm comes from the simple rhythm and the funny contrast between a grand setting and a tiny surprise.
Frequently Asked Questions
A cat visits the Queen and says it saw a little mouse under the chair.
No—there’s no chase or harm; it’s just a playful, imaginative report.
Ages 0–5, especially as a quick rhyme to end the night.
Ask your child to imagine the palace room and whisper where the mouse might hide.