Spring songs for kids is such a lovely way to explore the season through songs and musical activities. Little tunes about bunnies, chicks and lambs, as well as farm songs always go down so well. The collection below includes a variety of spring songs for kids that look to teach different things. I’ve included a […]
Baa Baa Black Sheep Lyrics & Activities
Baa Baa Black Sheep is one of the first nursery rhymes toddlers will sing. It has a steady beat and an easy memorable tune which is almost exactly the same as Twinkle Twinkle Little Star. It is also brilliant for introducing the interval of a fifth and then singing down the descending scale. At this […]
My Little Snowman : Kids’ Songs for Winter
My Little Snowman from our Kids’ Songs For Christmas series is the perfect snowman song and craft to while away a rainy advent afternoon! I made a little snowman, As cute as cute can be, I wanted him to be my friend, To take to bed with me. * I gave him some pyjamas, And […]
What Will Next Year Bring? Musical New Year’s Game
What Will Next Year Bring is a fun musical New Year’s Eve game for kids where the children float their own little walnut boats to different islands in order to predict their fortune for the coming year. The beauty of this game is that you can involve the children with actually making the game and […]
Fluttering Autumn Leaves Song and Craft
This lovely Fluttering Autumn Leaves Song and craft is a great way for kids to make the most of the changing season! 🍁 It’s a simple little song which is wonderful for speech development, the repetition and alliteration are great for practicing diction and consonants. Go out and collect some beautiful autumn leaves and make […]
Autumn Activities to do with the Kids!
At this time of year there are so many autumn activities to do with the kids! As September draws to an end, our thoughts turn to all things cosy. Suddenly the warm tones of Autumn seem so appealing, and we want to bring the stunning display of Autumn’s fireworks into our homes. Pumpkins and conkers, […]
Hickory Dickory Dock: Music & Upcycled Craft Activity
Hickory Dickory Dock is an all time favourite nursery rhyme for babies, toddlers and small children. The continuous rhythm of the ‘tick-tock’ is perfect for teaching and practising the steady beat. It is also a great opportunity to make an upcycled Hickory Dickory Dock out of old cardboard boxes, and a little mouse out of […]
The Butterfly Song: a Song to Teach Colours
During the Summer months children can discover an endless supply of fascinating things outside in nature. Country walks and picnics can uncover all sorts of treasures and children are often amazed by the variety of incredible insects. Butterflies are a particular favourite as they flutter so prettily and you feel so special if one gently […]
Emotions Song : How Are You Feeling Today?
Being able to recognise and express emotions is an significant land mark of development for small children. Until this point the confusion and anger that they sometimes feel can often cause tantrums and frustration, so it is important to help them learn to understand and identify how they are feeling. It’s also equally important for […]
Homemade Musical Instruments : Shakers and Maracas
Making homemade musical instruments together is such a fun activity! Kids love getting involved with decorating them and then are so delighted to use them afterwards to make some music. But over many years of teaching music to small children , there have been quite a few times when the contents of the shakers have […]