Singing Games Activity Book - Grandma Grandma
Music Resource Description
The "Grandma Grandma" activity from the Singing Games Activity Book is an engaging and rhythmic exercise that combines singing with movement for children. It starts with the participants walking in a circle, imitating a tired grandmother with a bent posture. The lyrics tell a story of Grandma being unwell and consulting a doctor, only to be told that she isn't sick but just in need of a walking stick. The song is structured with a catchy melody and includes actions that correspond to the lyrics such as hands up and down, shaking to the front, back, and side, which adds a fun physical element to the singing game.
As the song progresses, it introduces more movements like turning to face the opposite direction while adopting the persona of a strict doctor, complete with a wagging finger. The participants are also encouraged to click their fingers in time with the pulse during the lines about Grandma's life experiences and to wiggle their hands and body enthusiastically at the part where it's suggested that Grandma can wiggle more than the singer. This activity is designed to be both entertaining and educational, helping children to develop their sense of rhythm and coordination while enjoying the playful story of Grandma's antics.