To make him stop crying, give him a big smile or put him to sleep, nursery rhymes are not to be neglected! They are short, fun and caring. These little songs can quickly make your child aware of music and teach him (sometimes) some principles of life. Your baby will never tire of it!
It is common knowledge, singing and humming nursery rhymes to our children has a positive impact on him. Yes, music softens manners and can boast many virtues.
Recently, a study has shown that music would help the brains of very premature babies. In addition, she is known for managing her emotions, she gives a feeling of security to the child (even more if the mother used to listen to music during pregnancy) and develops the cognitive capacities of all -small.
So let's sing! Let's sing nursery rhymes to them from an early age. They are timeless and cross the ages. They bring back lots of memories from childhood, from vacation. The only catch … is that they will probably stay in your head for several hours. We will have warned you.
A green mouse
A catchy rhythm and fairly simple lyrics. If most people only sing the first verse, be aware that the song actually lasts more than two minutes. This is THE nursery rhyme that we hum at school, at home, in the car, in the bedroom and even during the bath.
Turns small mill
You can hardly hear the melodies that you can't help but sing. Even a cappella, it is possible to intonate it to your baby. By force, he will understand that the mill rotates, that one can clap in his hands, that the birds fly and that the fish swim. This nursery rhyme perfectly combines learning and games.
On the bridge of Avignon
A dancing nursery rhyme that – again – the majority do not sing in full. This baby song is effective and is able to calm your child very gently. To sing without moderation.
Boat on water
"Boat on the water, the river, the river …" ! It’s one of the easiest rhymes to sing and remember. She’s just talking about a boat sailing on water. You will understand, it is the priority song when it is bath time or even having fun at sea.
A nursery rhyme to sing by gently swinging baby back and forth while it is placed on your lap, facing you.
Ah crocodiles (mimes)
A classic that for many years continues to be sung in small classes, in summer camps and at the home of several at the same time for a moment of relaxation with the children. In addition to singing it, it is possible to make some mimes on this nursery rhyme. Your baby is going to be happy.
Let's walk in the woods (mimes)
We want to sing this nursery rhyme dating from the 17th century when the good weather arrives, when spring slowly appears. Very famous, the song "Pare we romantically in the woods " is ideal for games such as game covers.
Toc toc toc tortoise (mimes)
"Knock knock knock off turtle
Get your head out, get your head out
Knock knock knock off turtle
Get your head out, it's not raining anymore "
The words that you can perfectly illustrate with your fingers are the charm of this nursery rhyme. You will undoubtedly be moved to see your child carrying out the gestures like a great after some time.
The Gipsy spider (mimes)
Everyone knows the story of the little Gipsy spider. As she climbs the gutter, Gipsy gets caught in the rain. Fortunately, the drops quickly give way to the sun. This nursery rhyme, known to all, delights young and old alike.
Sleep Colas my little brother
She’s probably the most sung lullaby to lull baby to sleep. Is there a home in which a parent, older brother or sister hasn't whispered? It dates from the 18th century and has not finished making itself heard … to the delight of babies.
Head, shoulder, knees and foot
This is how to teach your baby where the head, shoulders, knees and feet are.
"Head, shoulders, knees and feet.
Knees and feet.
Head, shoulders, knees and feet.
Knees and feet.
I have two eyes, two ears,
A mouth and a nose.
Head, shoulders, knees and feet. "
Efficient, simple and fun to sing! A must in nurseries and nursery schools.
A swinging elephant
We never knew if this elephant was swinging on the Gipsy spider's web but we know that he was having a lot of fun! To the point of calling all these other elephant friends to come swing with him. This rhyme is the way to make your little child understand that "the more crazy you are, the more you laugh".
But that's not all ! There are lots of other nursery rhymes. Feel free to refresh your repertoire with songs such as "Pirouette Peanut", "Sucker you sleep" , "So do the little puppets do" to name only the best known. And why not create your own nursery rhymes for your baby? A special and personalized song for him.
As we know, the nursery rhymes that we all sing from our childhood have a hidden meaning and sometimes they are not that harmless. However, the majority continue to sing and hum them in their baby's ears.
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