Rhythm Pulse Activity Book - Diddle Diddle Dumpling

The Rhythm Pulse Activity Book presents an engaging and interactive game based on the chant "Diddle Diddle Dumpling, my son John." The activity begins by ensuring that the children are familiar with the words and rhythm of the chant. Once they have gained confidence, they are invited to sit with one knee up, either facing the instructor or in a circle. The game involves gradually replacing certain words of the chant with specific actions, enhancing the children's memory and coordination skills in a fun and dynamic way.

The first alteration is to omit the word 'shoe' and substitute it with a foot tap on the floor. Next, the word 'trousers' is also removed, and children clap their hands twice instead. Progressing further, the phrase 'My son John' is replaced by tapping the head, shoulders, and knees. Finally, the titular phrase 'Diddle diddle dumpling' is taken out, with children instructed to tap their right knee for 'diddle diddle' and their left knee for 'dumpling'. The game culminates in performing the entire song with the incorporated actions and the few remaining words, allowing the children to showcase their ability to remember the sequence and coordinate their movements in time with the chant.