Autumn Leaves Are Falling Down is always a great favourite among the Songs For Autumn. It is sung to the tune of ‘London Bridge’, so it is easy to pick up with a repetitive refrain. Autumn leaves are falling down, Falling down, falling down, Autumn leaves are falling down, On the ground. * Find […]
Life at the Pond Rhythm Game
A pond is a magical place for a child, it is teeming with life and a source of great fascination and wonder! If you are lucky enough to have one nearby it will no doubt already be on your child’s list of favourite places, but if you don’t have one locally it is well worth […]
Storytelling with Instruments : The 3 Little Pigs
Everyone loves the traditional tale of The Three Little Pigs, it’s a such an old favourite that little ones never seem to tire of. But with some added percussion sound effects and catchy songs and chants to help to tell the tale, this storytelling activity is a wonderful way for kids to explore the sounds […]
The Winter Fairy Song
In the middle of Winter, when everything lies dormant, there is a simple beauty in the dramatic effect the season has on the natural landscape. The Winter Fairy Song embraces this, and encourages us to open our eyes and appreciate the wonders of winter. The Winter Fairy Song : A Song to Explore the Winter […]
Stories with Classical Music And Movement
Children love stories and reading books together is one of the best things you can do for development.Stories can be launch pads for improvisation and exploration of sounds and rhythms. Therefore, using stories with Classical music and movement takes those benefits to another level. The music helps to set the mood rather like a good film soundtrack. […]
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 […]
Storytelling Songs : Goldilocks and the Three Bears Puppet Show
Storytelling with a homemade puppet show is such a creative and engaging activity for kids. It is wonderfully educational and even more fun when you have a song to go with the story. A puppet theatre gives children endless opportunity to let their imaginations go. Telling stories is such a fantastic way to develop early […]
Polly Put The Kettle On: Musical Role Play
Kids just love having pretend tea parties and Polly Put The Kettle On is such a great favourite because it’s the perfect opportunity to get the dollies and tea set out for tea! Polly Put the Kettle On Lyrics Polly put the kettle on, Polly put the kettle on, Polly put the kettle on, We’ll […]
Classical Fun For Toddlers
Classical Fun For Toddlers, introduces four famous classical tunes with songs, movement, actions and imagination. The best introduction to the world of Classical music that anyone could hope for. We all know about the benefits of Classical music for kids and every parent wants to help their child to develop as best they can. It’s […]
Dance of The Toy Flutes – Nutcracker Suite Piggyback Song
The Nutcracker Suite is such a wonderfully imaginative piece of music. It is an excellent teaching resource for all sorts of creative activities from poetry and painting to imaginative movement. Here I have chosen to look at the 7th movement, The Dance of the Toy Flutes. I thought it would be fun to write a piggyback […]