A popular French nursery rhyme that can be sung in a round.
Are you sleeping? Are you sleeping? Brother John, Brother John, Morning bells are ringing! Morning bells are ringing! Ding, ding, dong. Ding, ding, dong.
01.
Pretend to sleep by closing your eyes and resting your head on your hands.
02.
Gently tap your hand on your shoulder as if waking someone up.
03.
Point upwards with both hands and wiggle your fingers to mimic the ringing of bells.
04.
Continue wiggling your fingers as you pretend the bells are ringing.
Teach children to sing the rhyme in rounds for a harmonious challenge.
Sit in a circle and pretend to "wake up" the next person.
Explore the rhyme's variations in different languages if applicable.
The rhyme teaches kids about daily routines, the importance of waking up and being alert, and serves as a fun and engaging way to practice basic language skills.
Are You Sleeping?
Are You Sleeping?
Are You Sleeping?