My Red Balloon
A whimsical nursery rhyme that captures the imagination of children. In this rhyme, a child watches in awe as their red balloon floats higher and higher into the sky.
Lyrics
My red balloon, my red balloon, Flies high so high, so high, I jumped up high to reach the sky, But could not reach it why?
Actions
Simple, fun actions that can go along with this rhyme!
01.
Pretend to hold a red balloon with one hand high above your head.
02.
Raise your other hand high, pointing towards the sky.
03.
As you say, "Flies high so high, so high," gradually extend your arm upward to emphasize the height.
04.
On the line, "I jumped up high," mimic jumping off the ground by bending your knees slightly and then springing up.
05.
Stretch both arms as high as you can to symbolize trying to reach the sky.
06.
For the line, "But could not reach it why?," shrug your shoulders and raise your palms upward to convey curiosity and wonder.
Activities
Fun activities that can go along with this rhyme!
Balloon Art
Provide materials like construction paper, markers, and crayons. Have children draw and decorate their own red balloons. Encourage them to be creative with patterns and designs.
Artistic Balloon Collage
Provide magazines, scissors, and glue. Children can cut out pictures of balloons and scenes that remind them of the rhyme, then create a balloon-themed collage.
Music and Movement
Create a dance or movement routine inspired by the rhyme. Children can choreograph their own "balloon dance" and perform it for their peers.
Learnings
Learnings from this rhyme!
The rhyme encourages children to embrace curiosity, wonder, and the joy of imaginative play while fostering an appreciation for the simple wonders of the world around them.
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