Exploring fresh ideas for Baby Bounce and Rhymetime sessions in libraries and at home
Welcome to Bounce and Rhymetime 1. It’s a special new song and rhyme collection from Playsongs Publications to help librarians, or indeed any early years music providers, to design their interactive play sessions for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. But it's equally fun to use one to one at home.
What is Bounce and Rhymetime 1?
Bounce and Rhymetime 1 is the first of two compilations of songs and rhymes for interactive play with 0-3 year olds. Some of the items will be familiar from our other albums, some of them are completely new. The collection includes playful activities like knee bouncers, peekaboo games, finger plays, nursery rhymes, dances, and more. Each song and rhyme is accompanied by practical guidance to help you make the most of these activities.
Why Interactive play is important
Interactive play is a crucial aspect of early childhood development. It supports physical, social, and emotional growth, enhances language and communication skills, and fosters listening and understanding. Through songs and rhymes, children engage in patterns and repetitions that aid in cognitive development. Activities like knee bouncers and finger plays also promote motor skills and coordination.
The magic of songs and rhymes
Songs and rhymes are powerful tools for engaging young children. They are not only fun but also educational, helping children to develop a love for song and rhyme from an early age. The act of singing and playing together strengthens the bond between caregiver and child, creating cherished memories that can last a lifetime.
Highlights of Bounce and Rhymetime 1
Interaction: each song and rhyme encourages active participation between carer and child, whether it's through face to face actions like peekaboo, ticklers and teasers, knee bouncing, or whole body movement with babes in arms, or hand in hand with toddlers.
Audio support: the collection provides full audio support from renowned musicians who bring each song and rhyme to life.
Accessible formats: our songs and rhymes are also available across a range of picture books, audio streams, CDs, and movies.
Free streaming: all the songs and rhymes are available for free streaming, making it easy to access and enjoy the collection anywhere, anytime.
Conclusion
‘Bounce and Rhymetime 1’ offers a treasure trove of interactive songs and rhymes that can bring immense joy and developmental benefits to young children. Whether you are a librarian, early years educator, parent or grandparent, this collection is an invaluable resource for fostering a love of play through songs and rhymes in the early years.
To explore the collection, visit https://www.playsongs.co.uk/bounce-and-rhymetime-1 .
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