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Vera Shattock

The course is designed for parents&carers of children age 3 months up to 6  years, who want to teach English to their kids from young age and develop musical and singing skills. And most importantly spend quality time together playing and having fun.

This course is also useful  for teachers of English who work with young children, toddlers and babies. 

The material is based on my personal experience attending 100+ musical lessons with my two children from the age of 3 months in London baby groups, kids clubs and. activities,  and from my children's nursery &  school in South West London.

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The course is designed for parents&carers of children age 3 months up to 6  years, who want to teach English to their kids from young age and develop musical and singing skills. And most importantly spend quality time together playing and having fun.

This course is also useful  for teachers of English who work with young children, toddlers and babies. 

The material is based on my personal experience attending 100+ musical lessons with my two children from the age of 3 months in London baby groups, kids clubs and. activities,  and from my children's nursery &  school in South West London.

I the videos I am singing together with my 8-month-old baby daughter Sasha and showing you actions and moves as we do at our toddler & baby classes in London.

We are going to sing nursery rhymes with live music instruments like guitar, ukulele, recorder, drums and rattles. You will learn simple massage, finger play games and loads of classic British nursery rhyme songs.

You will have songs' lyrics and list of props for each lesson. There are 5 lessons 30 minutes long each.

Each lesson is split into 5-6 minutes slots, so it is easy for you and your baby to follow.

Each lesson has its own theme: The Sea, The Garden, The Jungle, The Farm and The City.

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What's inside

Learning objectives

  • Learn and practise english with your kids through music, singing and fun activities
  • Play finger games
  • Entertain your child and learn how to spend quality time together
  • Sing nursery rhymes accompanying them with hand movements and simple fun props
  • Activities for every week unite the themes of the music lessons
  • Unique content from my own experience attending loads of baby classes in london

Syllabus

Introduction

Hello all, welcome to My First Music Box with Vera And Sasha Shattock!

The course have 5  sections- the Sea, the Jungle, the City, the Farm and the Garden- with 3-6 videos in each section. I recommend to watch one section a week.


You can watch videos, sing-along with me and repeat actions I am doing with my daughter Sasha

You have pdf song lyrics for all the songs for each weekly section attached to the first lecture of the sections.

Also you have song lyrics for each video in the description.


For each section I ask you to prepare some props. So when watching you can create a unique atmosphere for your lessons, using your favourite toys and objects.


Also for each week you have an assignment with ideas for activities of how to bring songs into your everyday life and learn and remember new English words! The activity ideas are also attached to the last video of each section.

Let`s have fun and sing-along together:)

Follow me on Instagram @london.mama for more songs and ideas for games

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Please prepare for this week:

  • Music instruments - i.e. rattles, shakers, bells, maracas
  • Print out the songs` lyrics for this section
  • A Blue towel to be your sea
  • Toys or images of a duck, a whale, any other fishes you have at home
  • Rainbow colours (some or all of them if you can) to sing a rainbow song

Optional:

  • A stripey Sailor`s top for you and for your child
  • A pirate (can be made from a child's bucket and bandanna around it)
  • A basket to use as a boat
  • A captain cap if you have one
  • Decking rope to make knots
  • Toothbrush to show how to brush teeth during the song

Songs

Hello Song

Hello children, it`s time to say Hello!

Hello mummies & daddies, it's time to say Hello!

Hello Vera and Sasha, it's time to say Hello!

Criss, Cross, Line, Line

Criss, cross, line, line,

Spider crawling up your spine.

Cool breeze... tight squeeze...

And now you’ve got the shivers!

Open Shut Them

Open shut them, open shut them, Give a little clap, clap, clap.

Open shut them, open shut them. Put them in your lap, lap, lap.

Big and small. Big and small. Big, big, big, big, small, small, small.

Walk them, walk them, Walk them, walk them

Right down to your toes, toes, toes, 

Lift them, lift them to the sky, And touch them to your nose

Creep them, creep them, Creep them, creep them

Right up to your chin chin chin

Open wide your little mouth but do not let them in

Shake them, shake them, shake them just like this,

Roll them, roll them, blow a little kiss, Mmwwaahh!

This is the Way We Brush our Teeth

This is the way we brush our teeth
brush our teeth
brush our teeth
This is the way we brush our teeth
We do it in the morning!

This is the way we wash our face…

This is the way we brush our hair...

Row, Row, Row your Boat

Row, row, row your boat

Gently down the stream

Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily

Life is but a dream

Row, row, row your boat

Gently down the stream

And if  you see a crocodile

Don't forget to scream! AAAA

Row, row, row your boat

Gently to the shore

And if you see a lion

Don’t forget to roar RRR

Row, row, row your boat

Gently to the river

And if you see a polar bear

Don’t forget to shiver

Row, row, row your boat

Gently to the lake

And if you hear a hissing sound ssss

Maybe it's a snake

Row, row, row your boat

Gently down the stream

Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily

Life is but a dream

What Shall We do with the Grumpy Pirate?

What shall we do with the grumpy pirate? (3 times)

Early in the morning.

Hey Ho and up she rises (3 times)

Early in the morning.

Do a little jig and make him smile (3 times)

Early in the morning.

Hey Ho and up she rises…

Tickle him (everywhere) till he starts to giggle (3 times)

Early in the morning.

Hey Ho and up she rises…

The Grand old Duke of York

Oh, the grand old Duke of York,

He had ten thousand men,

He marched them up to the top of

The hill and he marched

Them down again.

And when they were up they were up.

And when they were down they were down.

And when they were only half way up,

They were neither up nor down.

Rain Rain Go Away

Rain rain go away,

Come again another day

Little children want to play

Rain rain go away

(Or instead of little children you can sing brother, sister, mummy, baby, all the family, names of animals)

Rainbow Song

Red and yellow and pink and green

Purple and orange and blue,

I can sing a rainbow,

Sing a rainbow,

Sing a rainbow too

PeekaBoo Game

Hiding hiding

Are you there?

Yes I am

Are you there?

Yes I am

Peeka Peeka Peeeekaaa Boo

Here you are!

Tidy Up Song

Put the scarves (or toys, or books) now in the box, in the box in the box

Put the scarves now in the box

Make it tidy

One, two, three, four, five

One, two, three, four, five, Once I caught a fish alive,

Six, seven, eight, nine, ten, Then I let it go again.

Why did you let it go? Because it bit my finger so.

Which finger did it bite? This little finger on the right

Five Little Ducks

Five little ducks Went swimming one day

Over the hill and far away

Mother duck said "Quack, quack, quack, quack."

But only four little ducks came back

Four little ducks....

Three little ducks...

Two little ducks....

One little duck....

Sad mother duck Went swimming one day

Over the hill and far away

The sad mother duck said "Quack, quack, quack."

And all of the five little ducks came back.

Baby Beluga

Baby Beluga in the deep blue sea, Swim so wild and you swim so free.

Heaven above, and the sea below, And a little white whale on the go.

Baby beluga, baby Beluga, is the water warm?

Is your mama home with you, so happy.

Way down yonder where the dolphins play, Where they dive and splash all day,

The waves roll in and the waves roll out, See the water squirting out of your spout.

Baby beluga, baby Beluga, sing your little song,

Sing for all your friends, we like to hear you.

When it's dark, you're home and fed, Curl up snug in your water bed.

Moon is shining and the stars are out, Good night, little whale, goodnight.

Baby beluga, baby Beluga, with tomorrow's sun,

Another day's begun, you'll soon be waking.

Goodbye Song

Goodbye to all my friends, Goodbye goodbye

We will see you very soon!

Please prepare for this week:

  • Musical instruments - i.e. rattles, shakers, bells, maracas
  • Print out the songs` lyrics for this section
  • A Children`s parachute or any other bright coloured (red, yellow, green and blue would be ideal) and light material
  • Jungle animals - the more the better - a monkey, a lion, a parrot, a crocodile, a dinosaur, an elephant

Optional:

  • Bandana for your and a sun hat for your child, so you look like two explorers
  • Real bananas or banana toys/images for the Banana Song

TickTock Hello Song

Tick Tock, Tick Tock, The clock says Tick Tock,

Tick Tock, Tick Tock, It's time to say "Hello!"

Hello children!, Hello mummies!
Hello (name of your baby)!, It's time to say "Hello!"

You can also say hello to your favourite toys 

Criss Cross Rhymes

Criss, cross, line, line,

Spider crawling up your spine.

Cool breeze... tight squeeze...

And now you’ve got the shivers!

Names of Fingers Song

Tommy Thumb, Tommy Thumb where are you?

Here I am, here I am, how do you do?

Peter Pointer, Peter Pointer where are you?

Here I am, here I am, how do you do?

Toby Tall, Toby Tall where are you?

Here I am, here I am, how do you do?

Ruby Ring, Ruby Ring where are you?

Here I am, here I am, how do you do?

Baby Small, Baby Small where are you?

Here I am, here I am, how do you do?

Head Shoulders Knees and Toes

Head, shoulders, knees and toes, Knees and toes.

Head, shoulders, knees and toes, Knees and toes.

And eyes, and ears, and mouth, And nose.

Head, shoulders, knees and toes, Knees and toes

Walking in the Jungle

Walking in the jungle. We're not afraid.

One step. Two steps. Three steps forward.

One step. Two steps. Three steps back.

Stop. Listen. What's that?

It's a parrot! Squawk Squawk. We're not afraid!

Let's stomp.

Stomping in the jungle. Stomping in the jungle. 

We're not afraid. We're not afraid.

One step. Two steps. Three steps forward.

One step. Two steps. Three steps back.

Stop. Listen. What's that?

It's a monkey! ooh, ooh! We're not afraid!

Let's jump.

Jumping in the jungle. Jumping in the jungle. We're not afraid. We're not afraid.

One step. Two steps. Three steps forward.

One step. Two steps. Three steps back.

Stop. Look. What's that?

It's a Crocodile! SNAP! We're not afraid!

Let's skip.

Skipping in the jungle. Skipping in the jungle. We're not afraid. We're not afraid.

Skipping in the jungle. Skipping in the jungle. We're not afraid. We're not afraid.

One step. Two steps. Three steps forward.

One step. Two steps. Three steps back.

Stop. Listen. What's that?

It's a Lion! Roooo

RUN!

Row, Row, Row your Boat

Row, row, row your boat

Gently down the stream

Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily

Life is but a dream

Row, row, row your boat

Gently down the stream

And if  you see a crocodile

Don't forget to scream! AAAA

Row, row, row your boat

Gently to the shore

And if you see a lion

Don’t forget to roar RRR

Row, row, row your boat

Gently to the river

And if you see a polar bear

Don’t forget to shiver

Row, row, row your boat

Gently to the lake

And if you hear a hissing sound ssss

Maybe it's a snake

Row, row, row your boat

Gently down the stream

Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily

Life is but a dream

Where is the Dinosaur

Where's the dinosaur, where's the dinosaur

Here, there, everywhere

There is one in the ceiling, There is one on the floor

There is one at the window, There is one at the door

Clap your hands together, 1,2,3, Hey Mr Dinosaur, you can't catch me

Zoom Zoom Zoom

Zoom, Zoom, Zoom

We’re going to the moon.

Zoom, Zoom Zoom.

We`ll be there very soon

In 5,4, 3, 2, 1

ZOOOOOOM

Red&Yellow&Green&Blue

Red and yellow, green and blue

These are colours over you

Red like an apple, Green like a tree

Yellow like the sun, And blue like the sea

Red and yellow, green and blue

These are colours over you

Balancing Elephants

One little elephant balancing,

Step by step on a piece of string,

Found it such a wonderful thing,

Went to find another elephant.

Two (three, four) little elephants balancing...

Five little elephants balancing,

Step by step on a piece of string,

The string it broke…. they all fell in!

No more balancing elephants.

Banana Song

Pick Banana, pick pick banana

Peel Banana, peel peel banana

Cut Banana, сut сut banana

Mush Banana, mush mush banana

Eat Banana, eat eat banana

No Bananas, no no bananas

You can use any vegetables and fruit with this song

The Lion Sleeps Tonight

A wimoweh, a-wimoweh a-wimoweh, a wimoweh

In the jungle the mighty jungle the lion sleeps tonight

In the jungle the quiet jungle the lion sleeps tonight

A wimoweh…..

Near the village the peaceful village the lion sleeps tonight

Near the village the quiet village the lion sleeps tonight

A wimoweh...

Hush my darling, don't fear my darling. The lion sleeps tonight.

Hush my darling, don't fear my darling.The lion sleeps tonight

A wimoweh….

Teddy Bear Goodbye Rhyme

Teddy bear, teddy bear, turn around.

Teddy bear, teddy bear, touch the ground.

Teddy bear, teddy bear, jump up high.

Teddy bear, teddy bear, say good bye.

Please prepare for this week: 

  • Musical instruments - i.e. rattles, shakers, bells, maracas
  • Print out the songs` lyrics for this section
  • Toys of cars, buses, trucks
  • Shoes, coat, hat, trousers, socks to learn how to get dressed
    Optional: 
  • A shopping bag
  • A bowl for the porridge
  • A fire truck toy
  • A letter and a toy of a cat for Postman Pat song

Hello Song

Hello Children, Hello mummies, It`s time to say hello

Open Shut Them

Open shut them, open shut them, Give a little clap, clap, clap.

Open shut them, open shut them. Put them in your lap, lap, lap.

Big and small. Big and small. Big, big, big, big, small, small, small.

Big and small. Big and small. Big, big, big, big, small, small, small.

Walk them, walk them, Walk them, walk them

Right down to your toes, toes, toes

Lift them, lift them to the sky, And touch them to your nose

Creep them, creep them, Creep them, creep them

Right up to your chin chin chin

Open wide your little mouth, but do not let them in

Shake them, shake them, shake them, shake them,

shake them just like this,

Roll them, roll them, roll them, roll them, blow a little kiss. Mmwwaahh!

Getting Dressed Song

I am learning to get dressed, I’m learning what to do!

This is how I put on my shirt, This is how I pull on my trousers

This is how I pull up my socks, This is how I slip on my shoes

I am learning to get dressed, I’m learning what to do!

This is how I put on my blouse, This is how I pull on my skirt

This is how I pull up my socks, This is how I slip on my shoes

Please Porridge Hot

Pease porridge hot, please porridge cold,

Pease porridge in the pot, nine days old

Some like it hot, some like it cold,

Some like it in the pot, nine days old

Pease pudding hot, please pudding cold,

Pease pudding in the pot, nine days old;

Some like it hot, some like it cold,

Some like it in the pot, nine days old

Tidy Up Song

Put the clothes now in the box, in the box…

Make it tidy!

Postman Pat

Postman Pat, Postman Pat,

Postman Pat and his black and white cat,

Early in the morning,

Just as day is dawning,

He picks up all the post bags in his van.

Postman Pat, Postman Pat,

Postman Pat and his black and white cat,

All the birds are singing,

And the day is just beginning,

Pat feels he's a really happy man.

Everybody knows, his bright red van,

All his friends will smile as he waves to greet them,

Maybe, You can never be sure,

They'll be knock, Ring,

Letters through your door

Postman Pat, Postman Pat,

Postman Pat and his black and white cat,

All the birds are singing,

And the day is just beginning,

Pat feels he's a really happy man

Big Red Bus Song

A big red bus a big red bus mini mini mini mini and a big red bus

Ferrari Ferrari, mini mini mini mini and a big red bus

Elevator Song

Oh, the city is great and the city is grand

There are lots of tall buildings On a little piece of land

We live way up on the fifty-seventh floor

And this is what we do When we go out the door

Take the elevator up, take the elevator down (3 times)

Then we spin around

A Shopping We will Go

A shopping we will go, a shopping we will go.

We will buy some vegetables, a shopping we will go.

A shopping we will go, a shopping we will go,

We will buy a beautiful dress for mummy, a shopping we will go.

A shopping we will go, a shopping we will go.

We will buy some shoes for you, a shopping we will go.

I Love my Mummy

I love my mommy, I love my mommy

I love my mommy, yes I do.

Here's a kiss and a hug for you

Thank you mommy for all you do

Happy Mother's Day, Happy Mother's Day

'Happy Mother's Day, I love you.'

Big Red Bus Song

A big red bus a big red bus mini mini mini mini and a big red bus

Ferrari Ferrari, mini mini mini mini and a big red bus

Five in the Bed

There were five in the bed and the little one said

“Roll over, roll over”

So they all rolled over and one fell out

Oh, did he scream and shout and he said:

Please remember to tie a knot in your pajamas.

Please remember that single beds are only made for 1,2,3,4…

There were four in the bed and the little one said,

“Roll over, roll over”

So they all rolled over and one fell out

Oh, did he scream and shout and he said:

Please remember to tie a knot in you pajamas.

Please remember that single beds are only made for 1,2,3...

There were three in the bed and the little one said …

There were two in the bed and the little one said…

There was one in the bed and the little one said “Goodnight.”

Twinkle Twinkle

Twinkle, twinkle, little star,

How I wonder what you are

Up above the world so high,

Like a diamond in the sky

Twinkle, twinkle, little star,

How I wonder what you are

Goodbye Song

Please prepare for this week:

  • Music instruments - i.e. rattles, shakers, bells, maracas
  • Print out the songs` lyrics for this section
  • A cap or a hat for you and your child
  • Colourful scarf or two of a light material
  • Farm animals  - the more the better - a dog, a chicken, a rabbit, a horse, a sheep, a pig, a duck, a monkey (surprisingly she also lives on our farm)
  • A bowl for your porridge

Tick Tock Hello Song

Tick Tock, Tick Tock, The clock says Tick Tock,

Tick Tock, Tick Tock, It's time to say "Hello!"

Hello children! Hello mummies!

Hello (name of your baby)!

It's time to say "Hello!"

Hello everyone, Hello everyone,

Hello everyone, it's time to say hello

Criss Cross Rhyme

Criss, cross, line, line,

Spider crawling up your spine.

Cool breeze... tight squeeze...

And now you’ve got the shivers!

Head Shoulders Knees and Toes

Head, shoulders, knees and toes, Knees and toes.

Head, shoulders, knees and toes, Knees and toes.

And eyes, and ears, and mouth, And nose.

Head, shoulders, knees and toes, Knees and toes

Wheels on the Bus

The wheels on the bus go round and round

Round and round, round and round

The wheels on the bus go round and round all day long

The doors on the bus go open and shut

Open and shut, open and shut...

The horn on the bus goes beep beep beep

Beep beep beep, Beep beep, beep….

(Or another option can be the driver on the bus instead of the horn on the bus)

The children on the bus go up and down

Up and down, up and down….

The mummies on the bus go chatter, chatter, chatter…..

The daddies on the bus go too much noise, Too much noise, tss tss tss….

The babies on the bus go wah wah wah

The driver on the bus says tickets please Tickets please, tickets please….

The wipers on the bus go swish swish swish...

Old Macdonald

Old MacDonald had a farm, Ee i ee i oh!

And on that farm he had some chickens,Ee i ee i oh! 

With a cluck-cluck here, And a cluck-cluck there

Here a cluck, there a cluck, Everywhere a cluck-cluck

Old MacDonald had a farm Ee i ee i oh!

And on that farm he had some dogs, Ee i ee i oh! 

With a woof-woof here...

Old MacDonald had a farm Ee i ee i oh!

And on that farm he had some cows, Ee i ee i oh! 

With a moo-moo here….

Continue singing about your favourite animals. Baabaa - for sheep, oink oink for pigs, Neigh for horses, quack for ducks

This is the Way the Lady Rides

This is the way the lay rides Nin! Nin! Nin!

This is the way the gentleman rides, Trot! Trot! Trot!

This is the way the farmer rides, gallopy, gallopy and......into the ditch'

This is the way the old man rides

Hobbledy, hobbledy, hobbledy hobbledy-hoy!

We Wiggle and Wiggle and Stop

We wiggle and wiggle and stop

We wiggle and wiggle and stop

We clap..

We wave…

We jump…

We bounce…

Peek-A-Boo

Hiding Hiding...

Can you play a peek-a-boo?

I can play a peek-a-boo?

Are you there? Yes, I am.

Peek-a-peek-a….boooooo

This Little Piggy

This little piggy went to market

This little piggy stayed at home

This little piggy had roast beef

This little piggy had none

And this little piggy went

Wee, wee, wee, all the way home!

Another option with food names

This little piggy ate broccoli

This little piggy ate cheese

This little piggy ate bananas

This little piggy ate peas

And this little piggy went

Yum, yum, yum, all the way home!

Another option for everyday actions

This little piggy had a bath

This little piggy went to bed

This little piggy woke up

This little piggy ate bread

And this little piggy went

Play, play, play, all the way home!

Sleeping Bunnies

See the little bunnies sleeping

Till it's nearly noon

Shall we wake them gently wake them

With a merry tune

Oh so still, are they here? Tssss

Wake up soon, wake up now!

Hop little bunnies, hop, hop, hop

Hop little bunnies, hop, hop, hop

Jump little bunnies, jump, jump , jump

Jump little bunnies, jump, jump , jump

Please Porridge Hot

Pease porridge hot, please porridge cold,

Pease porridge in the pot, nine days old

Some like it hot, some like it cold,

Some like it in the pot, nine days old

Pease pudding hot, please pudding cold,

Pease pudding in the pot, nine days old;

Some like it hot, some like it cold,

Some like it in the pot, nine days old

Four Little Monkeys

Four  little monkeys Swinging in a tree

Teasing Mister Alligator, You Can't catch me

Along comes Mister Alligator, Quiet as can be

And SNAPS that monkey Right out of that tree!

Three little monkeys...

Two little monkeys...

One little monkey…

Five little Ducks

Five little ducks Went swimming one day

Over the hill and far away

Mother duck said "Quack, quack, quack, quack."

But only four little ducks came back

Four little ducks..

Three little ducks

Two little ducks..

One little duck..

Sad mother duck Went swimming one day

Over the hill and far away

The sad mother duck said "Quack, quack, quack."

And all of the five little ducks came back.

Twinkle Twinkle

Twinkle, twinkle, little star,

How I wonder what you are

Up above the world so high,

Like a diamond in the sky

Twinkle, twinkle, little star,

How I wonder what you are

Goodbye Song

Please prepare for this week:

  • Musical instruments - i.e. rattles, shakers, bells, maracas, a drum
  • Print out the songs` lyrics for this section
  • Garden animals - the more the better - a sheep, a pig, a spider, a rabbit, a horse
  • Four spoons for tapping

Optional:

  • A red bus
  • A crown

Hello Song

Hello Children, hello Children

It`s time to say hello…

Hello mummies… Hello daddies..

Have you Brought Your Shaking Hands

Have you brought your shaking hands? Yes, I have, yes I have.

Have you brought your stomping feet? Yes I Have, stomp stomp stomp

Have you brought your beep-beep nose? Beep beep beep!

Have you brought your whispering voice? Yes I have, yes, I have.

Hello friends, hello friends Glad, that you are here.

Wheels on the Bus

The wheels on the bus go round and round

Round and round, round and round

The wheels on the bus go round and round all day long

The doors on the bus go open and shut

Open and shut, open and shut...

The horn on the bus goes beep beep beep

Beep beep beep, Beep beep, beep….

(Вариация the driver on the bus вместо the horn on the bus)

The children on the bus go up and down

Up and down, up and down….

The mummies on the bus go chatter, chatter, chatter…..

The daddies on the bus go too much noise,

Too much noise, tss tss tss….

The babies on the bus go wah wah wah

Wah wah wah, wah wah wah….

The driver on the bus says tickets please

Tickets please, tickets please….

The wipers on the bus go swish swish swish...

The Grand Old Duke of York

Oh, the grand old Duke of York, He had ten thousand men,

He marched them up to the top of The hill

And he marched  them down again.

And when they were up they were up.

And when they were down they were down.

And when they were only half way up,

They were neither up nor down.

Baa Baa Black Sheep

Baa, baa, black sheep, Have you any wool?

Yes sir, yes sir, three bags full

One for the master,

One for the dame,

And one for the little boy

Who lives down the lane

Baa, baa, black sheep,

Have you any wool?

Yes sir, yes sir, three bags full

This Little Piggy

his little piggy went to market

This little piggy stayed at home

This little piggy had roast beef

This little piggy had none

And this little piggy went

Wee, wee, wee, all the way home!

This is the Way We Tap our Spoons

This is the way we tap our spoons, tap our spoons, tap our spoons,

This is the way we tap our spoons, so early in the morning.

This is the way we drum our spoons…
This is the way we tap them soft…

This is the way we rub our spoons…

This is the way we tap the floor…

This is the way we tap our shoes…

Sitting in my High Chair

Sitting in my high chair, my chair, high chair.

Sitting on my high chair banging my spoon.

Bring on the carrots, bring in the peas

Won't somebody feed this baby please.

Sitting in my high chair, my chair, high chair.

Sitting in my high chair banging my spoon.

Bring on the jelly, bring on the bread.

Won't somebody get this baby fed.

Incy Wincy Spider

The Incy Wincy  spider climbed up the water spout

Down came the rain and washed the spider out

Out came the sun and dried up all the rain

And the Incy Wincy  spider climbed up the spout again

Rain Rain Go Away

Rain rain go away,

Come again another day

Little children want to play

Rain rain go away

Also you can sing about little brother, sister, mummy, baby, all the family

Rainbow Song

Red and yellow and pink and green

Purple and orange and blue,

I can sing a rainbow,

Sing a rainbow,

Sing a rainbow too

Tidy Up Song

Put the toys now in the basket, in the basket, in the bag…

Make it tidy

Sleeping Bunnies

See the little bunnies sleeping Till it's nearly noon

Shall we wake them gently wake them With a merry tune

Oh so still, are they here? Tssss

Wake up soon, wake up now!

Hop little bunnies, hop, hop, hop

Hop little bunnies, hop, hop, hop

Jump little bunnies, jump, jump , jump

Jump little bunnies, jump, jump , jump

This is the Way the Lady Rides

This is the way the lay rides Nin! Nin! Nin!

This is the way the gentleman rides, Trot! Trot! Trot!

This is the way the farmer rides, gallopy, gallopy and......into the ditch'

This is the way the old man rides

Hobbledy, hobbledy, hobbledy hobbledy-hoy!

I am the Music Toy

I am the music toy, I come from far away

And I can play. What can you play?

I play the bells

Ring -ring-ring

I am the music toy, I come from far away

And I can play. What can you play?

I play the drums

Boomsy-boomsy-boom

I am the music toy I come from far away

And I can play.

What can you play?

I play maracas,

Shaky shaky shaky shake, shaky shake, shaky shake

If you are happy and you know it

If you're happy and you know it, clap your hands

If you're happy and you know it, and you really want to show it

If you're happy and you know it, clap your hands.

(Вариация при купании splash your hand вместо clap your hand)

If you're happy and you know it, stomp your feet

(Вариация при купании kick your feet вместо stomp your feet)

If you're happy and you know it, nod your head

If you're happy and you know it, turn around

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what should give you pause
and possible dealbreakers
Offers activities that unite the themes of music lessons, which can help parents structure playtime and learning time around specific concepts
Provides lyrics and prop lists for each lesson, which simplifies preparation and allows parents and teachers to focus on interacting with the children
Features nursery rhymes with live music instruments, which can enhance the musical experience and make it more engaging for young children
Recommends preparing props to create a unique atmosphere, which may require additional effort and resources from parents and teachers
Based on the instructor's experience attending baby classes in London, which may not be directly transferable or relevant to all cultural contexts

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Reviews summary

Engaging early learning through music

According to learners, My First Music Box is a delightful and effective way to introduce English and music to young children aged 3 months to 6 years. Students say the course provides engaging activities and catchy songs that children love, making parent-child bonding time fun and educational. The short, bite-sized lessons are particularly praised for being manageable for little ones' attention spans. The practical suggestions for props and activities are also seen as a great help. While generally highly recommended, some found it more suitable for younger children within the broad age range.
Better for younger end of age range.
"While listed for up to 6 years, I found the activities and songs were maybe too simple for my older preschooler."
"It seemed most effective for babies and toddlers, though the description includes a wider range."
"My 4-year-old enjoyed some songs but quickly outgrew the level of engagement compared to when she was younger."
"The course is excellent, but I'd recommend it particularly for parents of children under 3-4 years old."
Helpful lyrics, prop lists, and activity ideas.
"Having the lyrics and suggested props made it very easy to prepare for each lesson."
"The activity ideas gave me inspiration to extend the learning beyond the videos."
"The resources provided are genuinely useful and add significant value to the course."
"I liked that I didn't have to guess what to do; the instructions and resources were clear."
Short segments suit young attention spans.
"The way each lesson is broken down into 5-6 minute videos is perfect for keeping my child focused."
"I appreciated the short video length; we could easily fit them into our day and repeat sections as needed."
"The structure makes it very easy to follow along and keep the little ones engaged without getting overwhelmed."
"The bite-sized approach is truly effective for the target age group."
Excellent for parent-child interaction.
"This course provides wonderful ideas for spending quality time together."
"We look forward to our 'music box' time each week; it's become a cherished bonding activity."
"It gave me concrete ways to interact and play meaningfully with my baby."
"Such a lovely way to connect with my child and make learning fun for both of us."
Helps introduce English words and rhythm.
"My child is picking up new English words and phrases through the songs and actions."
"This course is a brilliant way to expose my baby to the English language in a playful musical setting."
"The simple rhythms and repeated songs are really helping build early musical awareness."
"It's a fantastic foundation for both language development and a love for music."
Activities are fun and keep children involved.
"The activities and songs are incredibly engaging, my child absolutely lights up during the lessons."
"I was surprised how well the short segments kept my toddler's attention. We had a blast!"
"The hands-on approach with props and movements made the learning really active and fun for my little one."
"The course is great for getting kids involved and active, which is perfect for their age."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in My First Music Box with these activities:
Review Basic English Vocabulary
Strengthen foundational English vocabulary to better understand song lyrics and instructions.
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  • Use flashcards or online tools to review common English words and phrases.
  • Practice using the words in simple sentences.
  • Focus on words related to animals, colors, and actions.
Read 'The Very Hungry Caterpillar'
Introduce simple storytelling and vocabulary through a well-loved children's book.
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  • Read the book aloud with enthusiasm.
  • Point to the pictures and name the objects.
  • Encourage your child to repeat the words.
Create a Music Playlist
Curate a playlist of English nursery rhymes and songs to use during playtime and learning sessions.
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  • Research and select age-appropriate English nursery rhymes and songs.
  • Create a playlist on a music streaming service or device.
  • Organize the playlist by theme or activity.
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Practice Singing Nursery Rhymes
Reinforce learning by repeatedly singing the nursery rhymes taught in the course.
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  • Choose a few nursery rhymes from the course materials.
  • Sing the rhymes daily with your child.
  • Use actions and props to make it more engaging.
Make Simple Props
Enhance the learning experience by creating simple props to use during the songs and activities.
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  • Review the course materials for suggested props.
  • Gather materials such as paper, cardboard, and craft supplies.
  • Create simple props like animal masks or musical instruments.
Explore 'Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?'
Expand vocabulary related to colors and animals using a popular children's book.
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  • Read the book aloud, emphasizing the colors and animal names.
  • Ask your child to point to the different animals and colors.
  • Encourage your child to repeat the names of the animals and colors.
Create a Themed Music Box
Solidify learning by creating a physical music box with props and songs from the course.
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  • Choose a theme from the course, such as 'The Sea' or 'The Farm'.
  • Gather materials to create a box or container representing the theme.
  • Include props, lyrics, and musical instruments related to the theme.
  • Use the music box to sing songs and play games with your child.

Career center

Learners who complete My First Music Box will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Children's Music Instructor
A Children's Music Instructor introduces young children to the joy of music. This career involves teaching basic musical concepts through singing, movement, and instrument play. The My First Music Box course is directly relevant to success in this role. The course provides a wealth of musical activities, nursery rhymes, and prop ideas suitable for young children. Given this instructor's specialization in children's music, they would find the content invaluable. The live music instrument demonstrations, such as guitar and ukulele, help build a solid foundation for teaching music. A Children's Music Instructor learns to create an engaging and educational musical experience.
ESL Teacher
An English as a Second Language Teacher specializes in teaching English to non-native speakers. They adapt their teaching methods to suit different age groups and proficiency levels. The My First Music Box course is tailored for ESL instruction for young children. The course delivers engaging and fun activities designed to introduce English to children aged 3 months to 6 years. The course utilizes music, singing, and interactive games to foster language acquisition. The material emphasizes practical application through props and themed lessons, such as The Jungle and The City. With the course, the ESL Teacher creates an immersive and enjoyable language learning experience.
Early Childhood Educator
An Early Childhood Educator fosters young children's development. This role involves creating stimulating and engaging learning experiences. The My First Music Box course promotes skills directly applicable to this career. The course's focus on teaching English through music, singing, and fun activities provides educators with creative methods to engage young learners. The course encourages educators to incorporate music and movement, enhancing language acquisition and overall classroom engagement. The curriculum's structure, split into themed lessons like The Sea and The Jungle, helps educators organize their teaching themes. Using the course, a prospective Early Childhood Educator develops a strong rapport with children.
Preschool Teacher
The work of a Preschool Teacher is to design and implement age-appropriate curriculum for young children. This role requires patience, creativity, and a deep understanding of child development. The My First Music Box course offers invaluable tools and techniques for engaging preschool-aged children. The focus on musical activities, nursery rhymes, and finger play helps build a foundation for literacy and language skills. The course provides a structured approach to lesson planning, with themed modules and activity ideas. This course can help a future Preschool Teacher lead music time and create a fun and educational environment. The course prepares one to create activities that are both educational and entertaining.
Nursery Teacher
The role of a Nursery Teacher involves caring for and educating children in a nursery setting, typically from infancy to preschool age. A Nursery Teacher plans activities, monitors development, and ensures a safe and nurturing environment. The My First Music Box course has content applicable to a Nursery Teacher. The course emphasizes teaching English through music and play, directly addressing language development needs. The course's structure, with short, themed lessons such as The Farm and The City, simplifies incorporating educational activities into daily routines. The material from this course allows the Nursery Teacher to create a fun and interactive learning experience.
Home Child Care Provider
A Home Child Care Provider cares for children in a private home setting, offering a nurturing and stimulating environment. This role requires creating engaging activities, ensuring safety, and supporting children's development. The My First Music Box course arms care providers with a wide range of resources. The course features music-based activities, finger play games, and nursery rhymes which can fill the day with interactive fun. The course's themed lessons, like The Farm and The Sea, can be adapted to create weekly educational themes. The Home Child Care Provider can use this course to enhance the children's learning experience.
Children's Librarian
A Children's Librarian fosters a love of reading. This career involves organizing story times, recommending books, and creating engaging programs. The My First Music Box course offers material helpful for story time sessions targeted at young children. The curriculum provides a repertoire of nursery rhymes, songs, and interactive activities that may be incorporated into library programs. The course's themed lessons and prop ideas can be adapted to create a dynamic environment. A prospective Children's Librarian gains the confidence needed to engage young audiences and promote literacy.
Children’s Entertainer
The role of a Children's Entertainer involves performing at parties and events, engaging children through interactive activities. As activities are based on music, this may be your path. The content of My First Music Box course provides valuable material for developing a playlist. The course offers nursery rhymes, finger play games, and creative prop suggestions. The course's themed lessons offer inspiration. A Children’s Entertainer armed with material from the course can create performances that are both engaging and age-appropriate.
Kindergarten Teacher
A Kindergarten Teacher prepares young children for elementary school by teaching foundational skills. This role requires creating a stimulating classroom environment and developing age-appropriate curriculum. The My First Music Box course promotes skills that may be useful in the classroom. The course's focus on music, singing, and interactive activities presents methods for engaging kindergarten students. The curriculum's theme-based structure helps a Kindergarten Teacher organize lessons around subjects like The Sea and The Garden. This course may provide creative approaches to introduce new concepts while making learning fun for young children.
Music Therapist
A Music Therapist uses music interventions to address clients' emotional, cognitive, and physical needs. This role typically requires a master's degree. The My First Music Box course offers resources for engaging young children in therapeutic music activities. The course emphasizes using music, singing, and play to stimulate development. The course's themes of The Farm and The Jungle can work to develop tailored interventions. The Music Therapist may find the course useful in designing early childhood interventions.
Play Therapist
A Play Therapist uses play to help children explore their emotions and cope with challenges. This role typically requires a master's degree and specialized training in play therapy techniques. My First Music Box course promotes engagement with young children. The course's emphasis on music, movement, and interactive activities presents avenues for therapeutic intervention. The course provides specific songs as well as finger play ideas. A Play Therapist may want to have these songs and games available to help with a play session.
Children's Party Planner
The work of a Children's Party Planner involves organizing and executing themed parties and events for children. This role requires creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to engage young audiences. The My First Music Box course has elements useful to success in this role. The course provides a variety of music-based activities, nursery rhymes, and prop ideas well-suited for children's parties. The course's themed lessons, such as The Sea and The Jungle, may be used in planning a party. The course provides a foundation for the party planner to create themes.
Family Support Specialist
Work as a Family Support Specialist involves providing resources and guidance to families facing diverse challenges. This includes suggesting educational activities for children. My First Music Box course provides activities that specialists may use with families they serve. The course is designed for parents and caregivers to engage with young children through music and play. The course’s activities are themed around topics like The Garden and The Jungle. The course offers a mix of songs, finger games, and simple learning activities. The Family Support Specialist may find this resource helpful when working with families.
Puppeteer
A Puppeteer uses puppets to entertain and educate audiences, often performing for children in schools, libraries, and theaters. The My First Music Box course contains repertoire useful for a potential puppeteer. The course provides musical activities and nursery rhymes used as a soundtrack for puppet shows. The course's themed lessons and activity ideas offer inspiration for story development and character design. Drawing on the course material, a Puppeteer enhances their performances and engages young audiences.
Content Creator
The work of a Content Creator is to develop engaging content for online platforms, often specializing in educational or entertainment material for children. The My First Music Box course can help a content creator focused on young children. The course material provides content inspiration, including nursery rhymes, songs, and interactive activities. The course's themed lessons, like The City and The Garden, serve as a foundation for developing a content calendar. Drawing on the course material a Content Creator gains a starting point for digital educational content.

Reading list

We've selected two books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in My First Music Box.
This classic children's book uses simple language and colorful illustrations to teach about the life cycle of a caterpillar. It's an excellent resource for introducing basic vocabulary and concepts in a fun and engaging way. The book's repetitive structure makes it easy for young children to follow along and learn new words.
Is excellent for teaching colors and animal names in English. Its repetitive question-and-answer format makes it easy for children to learn and remember new vocabulary. The illustrations are bright and engaging, capturing the attention of young learners. It is often used in early childhood education to build language skills.

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