A song with actions

Ages 3 to 5 Read and do together · about 10 minutes

Read together

Sing it. Do the actions!

Clap, stomp, turn around.

Do it

1. Choose a simple tune you know, such as “If You're Happy and You Know It” or “Bahay Kubo”.
2. Add actions for each line. Make up your own new verse: “If you're thankful and you know it, say thank you.”
3. Sing it slowly, then faster, then very quietly.
4. Teach it to someone else.

Talk about it

• Which action is your favourite?
• What new verse can we make?

For the grown-up

Singing with actions builds memory, rhythm and coordination, and it is fun for all ages. Traditional songs are good starting places. You can adapt the words for your family.

Mark as done

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