"This Little Piggy Went to Market" is a traditional nursery rhyme and fingerplay that is often used to entertain and amuse young children. While its exact origins are unclear, it has been passed down through generations as part of children's folklore. The rhyme typically involves parents or caregivers playing with a child's toes and reciting the familiar lines:
"This little piggy went to market, This little piggy stayed home, This little piggy had roast beef, This little piggy had none, And this little piggy cried, 'Wee, wee, wee!' all the way home."
The playful and repetitive nature of the rhyme makes it a popular choice for engaging with young children. It's often accompanied by tickling each toe or foot corresponding to the various pigs in the rhyme. While "This Little Piggy Went to Market" may not have a specific artist or composer associated with it, its enduring popularity showcases the timeless appeal of traditional children's songs and rhymes.