*from STONES HILL SONGS*
This song uses a simple soh-me tune, the ubiquitous childlike chant used the world over for the good reason that it is the starting block of all singing (and talking). We instinctively sing chants to our very young using this note pattern, as singing connects dots in the neural pathways of the brain that process language. So as we sing-song to our babies, they are picking up language. How amazingly we are made!
There is a wise Zimbabwean proverb that says: IF YOU CAN TALK YOU CAN SING (and further, if you can walk you can dance). Most interesting are studies showing how adults with head/ brain injuries and resultant speech problems are sometimes able to sing but not talk. And singing is frequently used to treat speech difficulties. So we sing with our young for fun, the most natural and accessible way to develop language and vocabulary.
At the same time, this song is using skills of fine motor coordination (try doing those creepy crawly fingers for some time!), spatial awareness, body image, motor planning - a host of desirable elements that are learnt best through participation and action. Add the rhythmic timing element and see what a rich pot is on the brew all at once!
We do each line twice with the adult leading and the children echo-singing afterwards (not done on this demo video). This also allows more time to experience and play with each action. Imitation games are a great way to learn at this age. If you play with your voice (squeaky/ scary/ extra slow/ extra soft/ low/ high) the children will copy you faithfully. Try it.
Creepy crawler creepy crawler on the floor....through the door
up my leg...... on my head
heading down...... on the ground......round and round
in the air..... in my hair
gone inside..... off to hide
Explore the collection of Stones Hill songs listed below - share them with people whom you know will use and enjoy them. Please acknowledge source and composer if piece is used for public performance - copyright Liz Campbell, Stones Hill songs. Feedback would also be appreciated - how the song works for you, how you may have used it: liz.jessam@gmail.com
https://connectsongdance.blogspot.com/2018/08/figure-of-8_26.html
https://connectsongdance.blogspot.com/2018/08/so-many-things-my-body-can-do.html
https://connectsongdance.blogspot.com/2018/08/i-was-walking-along_26.html
https://connectsongdance.blogspot.com/2018/08/come-on-and-dance-like-clown.html
https://connectsongdance.blogspot.com/2018/08/i-have-eyes-to-see.html
https://connectsongdance.blogspot.com/2018/08/one-little-thumb.html
https://connectsongdance.blogspot.com/2018/08/good-morning_26.html
https://connectsongdance.blogspot.com/2018/08/all-join-hands-and-make-circle_26.html
https://connectsongdance.blogspot.com/2018/09/come-on-everybody.html
https://connectsongdance.blogspot.com/2018/09/my-little-body_26.html
https://connectsongdance.blogspot.com/2018/10/choosing_1.html
https://connectsongdance.blogspot.com/2018/10/i-have-one_12.html
https://connectsongdance.blogspot.com/2018/10/alphabet-bounce_87.html
https://connectsongdance.blogspot.com/2018/11/lift-your-voice-and-sing.html
https://connectsongdance.blogspot.com/2018/12/farewell-song.html
https://connectsongdance.blogspot.com/2019/03/i-went-shopping.html
https://connectsongdance.blogspot.com/2019/03/creepy-crawly_10.html
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