I'm a Little Airplane

Action songs develop memory, coordination, and language skills while building classroom community.

• Framework: EYFS
• Unit: EYFS Air Travel
• Learning area: Music and Movement
• Level: EYFS 3-4, Reception

Objectives

• Learn and perform action songs
• Develop body awareness through movement
• Build memory through repetition

Materials

• Lyrics chart
• Open space for movement

Instructions

Teach the 'I'm a Little Airplane' song with coordinated movements.

Educator tip

Perform this song daily as a transition activity between lessons to build memory and provide movement breaks.

Assessment

Observe and note: ability to follow two-step instructions, use of new vocabulary in context, early problem-solving strategies, and sustained shared thinking episodes. Assess against Development Matters age-band expectations. Observe participation, movement accuracy, and engagement with the song.

More from EYFS Air Travel

• Air Travel Collage
• Paper Airplane Creations
• Painting in the Clouds
• Wind and Flight Exploration
• Parts of an Airplane
• Sink or Float: Airport Challenge
• Weather and Flying
• Helicopter Seeds Drop