Being able to recognise and express emotions is an important 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. How Are You Feeling Today? […]
8 Spring Songs for Kids
Spring is such a lovely time of year to explore through song. 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 couple of counting songs, a circle […]
Baby Bumble Bee Song Activities
There’s something for everyone with these Baby Bumble Bee song activities, and of course they’re perfect for the summer months too. Baby Bumble Bee Song I’m bringing home a baby bumblebee, I’m bringing home a baby bumblebee, I’m bringing home a baby bumblebee, Won’t my Mummy be so proud of me? I’m bringing home a […]
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 […]
Little Mouse’s House Singing Game: Introducing Do-Re-Mi
Little Mouse’s House is an engaging singing game which will encourage even very young children to join in and have a go! It’s very simple and excellent for building confidence. This activity can be sung at home with just two people, at a party, or just when some friends come to play. It’s perfect to sing after Hickory […]
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. This simple little song is wonderful for speech development with all the repeated words and great for practicing diction and consonants. Go and collect some beautiful autumn leaves and make some pretty fans to […]
DIY Instruments : Coconut Shell Clip Clops
Coconut Shells are great for making DIY Instruments! The clip clop sound that they make when they are tapped together is very satisfying and perfect for accompanying imaginary horsey play or our horsey songs. Before you start playing the coconut shell clip clops, discuss the sound that horses hooves make and demonstrate how to make […]
Homemade Musical Instruments : Shakers and Maracas
Making homemade musical instruments 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 after many years of teaching music to small children there have been quite a few times when the contents of the shakers have exploded across […]
How to Make a Cat Puppet
Here is how to make a cat puppet out of an old jumper for free! Puppets are fantastic toys, they are so versatile – and wonderful for the imagination. They also appeal to children of all ages and will become old friends. There is no need to spend a lot on shop bought ones as […]
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 […]