Cookie Jar
The Cookie Jar song game builds rhythm skills while creating joyful group experiences.
- Framework: IPC
- Unit: My Feelings
- Learning area: Music and Movement
- Level: Infant & Toddler
Objectives
- Participate in a call-and-response song
- Take turns in a group music activity
- Experience joy through collective singing
Materials
- Pretend cookie jar or container
- Cookie props (optional)
- Rhythm instruments (optional)
Instructions
1. Sit in a circle with the 'cookie jar' in the middle.
2. Teach the Cookie Jar song/chant.
3. Go around the circle—each child gets a turn to 'take a cookie.'
4. Add names: '[Child's name] took a cookie from the cookie jar!'
5. Act out cookie-eating with happy expressions.
6. End with everyone feeling full and happy together.
Educator tip
Use this as a transition activity or to build class community.
Assessment
Observe turn-taking, participation, and joyful expression.