Elephant Stomp Song

Movement songs develop coordination and rhythm while learning about jungle animals.

Objectives

Materials

Instructions

1. Show pictures of elephants and their trunks.

2. Demonstrate elephant trunk arms—hold arms together, swing side to side.

3. Practice stomping feet heavily like big elephants.

4. Sing to 'If You're Happy and You Know It' tune:

'The elephants in the jungle stomp their feet!'

5. Add verses for other animals.

6. End with quiet 'sleeping elephants.'

Educator tip

Make it big and silly—exaggerate movements for toddler engagement.

Assessment

Observe rhythm, movement imitation, and song participation.

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