Singing Games Year 2 Notations - The muffin man

The popular singing game for Year 2 children, 'The Muffin Man', is a delightful activity that combines singing with interactive play. The notation for the song is simple and repetitive, making it easy for young learners to follow and remember. The game starts with the children forming a circle, and one child initiates the game by approaching another and singing the question, "Do you know the Muffin Man?" The second child responds affirmatively, and together, they dance in the centre of the circle while the rest of the group sings about their shared knowledge of the Muffin Man.

As the game continues, the pair selects two more children to join them, and the process repeats, doubling the number of participants in the centre with each new round. The song's lyrics evolve to "Four of us know the Muffin Man," then "Eight of us know...," and potentially "Sixteen of us know...," depending on the number of children playing. Once a significant number has gathered in the inner circle, they turn to face the remaining children and sing to them, inquiring if they know the Muffin Man. The outer circle confirms they do, leading to a joyous conclusion where everyone forms a single circle and dances while singing, "We all know the Muffin Man." This game not only teaches musical notation and rhythm but also encourages unity and social interaction among the children.