Movement & Music Songs
Bean Bag Rock
This is one of my all-time favorite movement activities to do with toddlers and preschoolers! Bean Bag Rock has been around since 1977, and after doing it so many times during storytime, I thought it deserved a good update. (read more)
The Bear Went Over the Mountain
Stomp, hop, slither, and fly over the mountain in this dance-along version of the classic nursery rhyme The Bear Went Over the Mountain. Join the bear and his woodland friends bunny, snake, and hawk as they adventure over the mountain to see what’s on the other side. (read more)
The Green Grass Grows All Around
I have always loved this classic nursery rhyme and action song. We hope you enjoy this contemporary version with your children! We tried to stay true to the classic and give it a modern folk vibe. (read more)
Let's Go On An Adventure
Let's go on an adventure, y'all! But wait - don’t forget your keys! Or your sippy cup, or your shoes, or your…hula hoop? (read more)
Movin' & Shakin'
This song was inspired by a warm-up game I used to play in theatre class called “Countdown.” In this game, you start by shaking one hand ten times, then you repeat with your other hand, and then do the same with each foot. (read more)
Riding In My Car
Also known as Car Song, this song is originally by American folk singer Woody Guthrie, released in 1951 on the album Songs to Grow on, Volume One: Nursery Days. We thought it deserved a contemporary re-vamp for today’s seatbelt-wearing youth! Safety, first kids! (read more)
Welcome Songs
Hey, Hi, Hello
Here’s a great welcome song with movement for storytime, circle time, or just for fun! Perfect for toddlers, preschool & early elementary children. Have fun and happy storytime! (read more)
Happy Days Are Here
This is a cute, interactive welcome song with movement! I learned this one from my friend, Christine, who is a wonderful school librarian. It is very customizable to your group’s developmental abilities and needs. (read more)
Hello, How Are You?
This is a simple, interactive welcome song with movement! It is very customizable to your group’s developmental abilities and needs. After waving hello, you can clap, stomp, wiggle, jump, twist, roll, snap etc.
Let's All Clap
Here is how to sing and play one of my favorite welcome songs for little ones, “Let’s All Clap.” It is especially great if you have a small group and want to welcome each child by name. If singing is not for you, this works as a chant with clapping.
Peekaboo! I See You
This is a great welcome song for baby storytime! I have sweet memories of taking my kids to storytime when they were babies and seeing their little faces light up during this song! So simple yet effective.
Put Your Hands Up In The Air
This is a very cute welcome song for babies and toddlers. It encourages name recognition and imitation. It is so special when all of the caregivers sing and a child gets to hear their name being sung by the entire group.
The More We Read Together
A cute welcome song for library storytime or as transition song to read-aloud time in a classroom setting. This is an adaptation of the tune "The More We Get Together."
Read-Alouds & Interactive Storytelling
Forty Winks: A Bedtime Adventure
Forty Winks: A Bedtime Adventure holds a special place in my heart because it is my daughter’s favorite book. She delights in the masterfully-crafted rhythmic rhyme and demands MANY encores to soak up every adorable detail of the illustrations. (read more)
Swallow The Leader: A Counting Book
Swallow the Leader is SO fun and clever! I remember being very excited when it came out and I wanted to immediately share it in preschool storytime. I started making a flat, flannelboard kit but then had an ah-ha moment…This should be brought to life as a stacking cup story! (read more)
Action Rhymes
Bubble, Bubble, Pop!
Bubble, Bubble, Pop is a fun ocean-themed action song for toddlers and preschoolers! There are several great ways to do this song. Many people like to name different colored fish (1 little red fish, 2 little blue fish, etc.) or you can simplify it a little like I’ve done here and just focus on counting. (read more)