Hello and Welcome
S&S: Vocal–1, 5, Beat/Rhythm–1, 2, Creating Music–1
Musical activities:
- Sing the song inserting each child’s name where indicated. Suggested accompaniment: piano, guitar, ukulele, tambourine or clapping hands
- Invite the children to clap, bounce or tap along, encouraging an active response to music. Model and observe spacing and consistent beat.
- Move about the circle making eye contact and waving to each child as you sing their name.
- Return to clapping hands or your instrument when all names have been sung. Greet both children and adults.
- Sing an extra verse and greet other items in the room. Choose a theme, such as weather, and greet various related items (hello to the raindrops, hello to my rain boots, hello to our umbrella too!). Invite the children to share their ideas.
