Singing Games Activity Book - The Cookie Jar

The "Cookie Jar" singing game is a playful activity that involves all participants in a rhythmic chant, creating an engaging and interactive musical experience. The game starts with everyone chanting "Who stole the cookie from the cookie jar?" in unison, setting the stage for a fun accusation game. A child is chosen by the group to be the alleged cookie thief, and their name is incorporated into the chant. This requires some anticipation from the group to ensure a smooth transition and maintain the rhythm of the game.

Once accused, the selected child responds with an indignant "Who, me?" to which everyone replies with an accusing "Yes, you!" The child then defends themselves with a firm "It couldn't have been!" prompting the group to ask, "Why not?" The accused child must then come up with a creative alibi, such as being out shopping or at the cinema, to explain their innocence. The group reacts with a surprised "Oh!" as if convinced by the excuse, and the game moves on to the next child. This singing game not only enhances musical skills but also encourages quick thinking and creativity among the children.