Instrumental Activity Book - Pease Pudding Hot

The "Pease Pudding Hot" instrumental activity book presents a charming song that can be enjoyed and learned in various engaging ways. The lyrics of the song, which mention pease pudding being liked hot, cold, and even nine days old, are set to a simple melody that is easy for children to follow. The music is written in a way that includes rests, during which the children are encouraged to perform specific actions. For instance, during the first rest, they are to wipe their brow to indicate heat, during the second they shiver to show cold, and during the third, they make a gesture as if they are feeling sick.

The activity book suggests a sequence of singing with actions, humming with actions, and thinking with actions, which helps to reinforce the song and its rhythm. Additionally, children can clap during the rests to maintain the beat. The song is also designed to be sung as a canon, where groups enter two beats apart, creating a round effect. The activities include using claves for rhythm, singing in groups, and even performing the rhythm and pulse with different hands. These exercises not only make the learning process enjoyable but also teach important musical skills such as keeping time, rhythm, and coordination. The book offers a fun and interactive way to introduce children to the basics of music and rhythm.