Oh my goodness, have you ever taken a look at the lyrics to that old Christmas classic, “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer”? It’s like someone was on a serious sugar high when they wrote those words, because they are positively wild! And of course, being the curious being that I am, I just had to find all the different versions of the lyrics and put them all in one place for you to marvel at. Check it out:
“Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” at Education.com
Okay, so first things first, let’s talk about this adorable little gif that accompanies the “Rudolph” lyrics worksheet over at Education.com. Rudolph looks like he’s having so much fun bouncing around with his little red nose - he’s like the cutest little reindeer ever! And speaking of the lyrics worksheet, it’s a great way to teach kids the words to the song while also incorporating some reading and writing practice. Genius!
“Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” at enishihall.jp
Holy moly, this version of “Rudolph” at enishihall.jp has got some seriously trippy visuals to go along with it! I mean, just look at that title card - it’s like Rudolph is about to blast off into space or something. I think this version would be great to play for a group of kids who maybe aren’t as familiar with the song, because it’s bound to grab their attention (and maybe make them a little bit dizzy).
“Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” at islcollective.com
Now this version of “Rudolph” is less about the music and more about the story behind the song. The worksheet over at islcollective.com has some great activities to go along with the lyrics, like fill-in-the-blank exercises and discussion questions. I appreciate that they’ve taken a more academic approach to the song, because after all, it’s important to remember that “Rudolph” is more than just a catchy tune - it’s a piece of history!
“Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” at Teachers Pay Teachers
These Rudolph lyrics worksheets from Teachers Pay Teachers are a great option for teachers who want to differentiate instruction for their students. There are three different versions of the worksheet included - one that’s more basic, one that’s more challenging, and one that’s in between. That way, you can cater to each student’s individual needs without sacrificing the overall lesson. Plus, the little Rudolph clipart is just too cute to handle!
“Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” at TraditionalMusic.co.uk
For those of us who are musically inclined, this version of “Rudolph” at TraditionalMusic.co.uk is a real treat. Not only do they provide the lyrics, but they also have sheet music and guitar chords available for download. And if you’re feeling really ambitious, you could even try your hand at playing the song on the piano or guitar! I can’t promise that it will sound good, but it’ll definitely be a fun challenge.
“Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” at ReindeerSong.net
I have to admit, there’s something very endearing about this version of “Rudolph” from ReindeerSong.net. Maybe it’s the charming font they’ve used for the lyrics, or maybe it’s the fact that they’ve included a little picture of Rudolph in the corner. Whatever it is, I just want to give this website a big ol’ hug. Plus, the lyrics are easy to read and follow along with - always a plus!
“Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” at glis2016.org
And last but not least, we have this karaoke-style version of “Rudolph” over at glis2016.org. I’ll be honest, I’m not entirely sure what language these lyrics are in (Japanese? Korean? Martian?), but that just adds to the charm, right? Plus, the little blinking nose on Rudolph is just the most adorable thing I’ve ever seen. I dare you to watch this video and not feel at least a little bit festive!
Wow, who knew there were so many different versions of “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” out there? It just goes to show that this classic tune has truly stood the test of time. So whether you prefer your “Rudolph” with sheet music or trippy visuals, there’s something out there for everyone. Happy holidays, everyone!
