Sing Along With Me! Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes
Sing Along With Me! Series
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What’s inside...
This interactive board book is designed for young children to engage with the classic nursery rhyme 'Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes.' Through charming illustrations and song, kids can learn and play as they sing along and move to the rhyme. The book includes five slider mechanisms based on the beloved children's song and a QR code that links to both instrumental and vocal versions of the song, allowing readers to listen and sing along to learn the names of their body parts.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-3
Length
10 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Why do you think it’s important to know different parts of our body?
How did the song make you feel when you were pointing to each body part?
Can you think of a fun activity that includes moving your head, shoulders, knees, and toes?
What was your favorite part of the illustrations and why?
If you could add a new body part to the song, which one would it be and how would you sing it?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to physically point to their head, shoulders, knees, and toes as they sing along. Ask them to express how each movement feels. Compliment their ability to recognize and name body parts, fostering a positive self-image. Share observations from the illustrations to enhance their understanding and vocabulary. Connect the song’s themes to everyday activities, like dressing or playing, to reinforce learning.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Body Awareness
Explanation: Through interactive play and repetitive singing, this book teaches children to identify and recognize different parts of their body.
Real-World Application: Enhancing body awareness can help children in their physical development and coordination during activities like dressing, playing sports, or dancing.
Example Lesson: Following Directions
Explanation: The sing-along format encourages children to listen carefully and follow the directions in the song as they touch each body part mentioned.
Real-World Application: Learning to follow directions is crucial for classroom activities, engaging in games with peers, and understanding daily routines at home or school.
Example Lesson: Language Development
Explanation: Repetition of the song's lyrics helps children develop their language skills, enhancing memory and vocabulary related to body parts.
Real-World Application: Improves verbal skills that are important for effective communication, asking for help, and expressing needs or discomfort.
Example Lesson: Musical Skills
Explanation: The musical aspect of the book introduces children to basic rhythms and melodies, fostering an early appreciation and understanding of music.
Real-World Application: Engages children in musical activities which can boost their auditory skills and possibly spark a lifelong interest in music.