Singing Games Year 1 Notations - Go round and round the village

"Go Round and Round the Village" is a charming singing game designed for Year 1 students, which combines song, movement, and interaction to create a delightful musical experience. The game is set to a simple melody in 4/4 time, with clear notations that guide the children through the lyrics "Go round and round the village, go round and round the village, go round and round the village, as we have done before." The tune is repetitive and catchy, making it easy for young learners to pick up and remember. This traditional song has several verses, each with its own set of actions to engage the children further.

The game begins with the children forming a circle and holding hands, with one child starting in the middle. As the first verse is sung, the group walks in one direction while the child in the middle skips in the opposite direction. In the second verse, the child in the middle selects a partner to clap hands with in a 'pat-a-cake' style, while the rest of the group claps their hands and stamps their feet. The third verse sees the group create arches with their arms, as the child in the middle leads their partner weaving in and out of the arches. After the third verse, the partner becomes the new leader, allowing the game to continue and giving each child a chance to participate in the fun.