The lines of the Stave and Clefs look a lot more daunting than they really are. They are just a way to express whether the notes are high or low or in the middle. They are of course part of the language of music. At first it seems foreign – but once they are familiar […]
Twinkle Twinkle Little Star : First Nursery Rhymes
Twinkle Twinkle Little Star is probably one of the first songs you hear a toddler sing. It’s timeless appeal and charming simplicity never seems to fade. Twinkle twinkle little star, (open and close fingers) How I wonder what you are? (open out both hands like a ? ) Up above the sky so […]
Ring A Ring O’ Roses : Circle Games
Ring A Ring O’ Roses, is one of the first circle games that children will play together, it is so well known that everyone knows the words and what to do. Like most very old traditional nursery rhymes the original words to Ring A Ring O’ Roses have a historical relevance. In this case the […]
The Balloon Song : Introducing Do Re Mi
The Balloon Song is a fun and engaging way to help children practice playing and recognising Do Re Mi and the intervals of the scale. This activity is perfect for toddlers because it’s simple melody and actions are so easy to pick up. And a beautiful, bright balloon comes in handy when singing this song […]