A participatory rhyme that encourages cooperation and imagination.
Row, row, row your boat Gently down the stream Merrily merrily, merrily, merrily Life is but a dream
01.
Sit facing a partner, holding hands, and mimicking rowing actions.
02.
During "gently down the stream," sway side to side.
03.
"Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily" – use playful hand motions.
04.
"Life is but a dream" – mime sleeping with your hands as a pillow.
Children create paper boats and play with them in a water bin.
Organize a relay race where kids simulate rowing.
Host a "boat parade" with children showcasing their crafted boats.
The rhyme encourages kids to engage in imaginative play, promotes teamwork and cooperation if sung in a group, and introduces them to the concepts of rhythm and movement through its interactive actions.
Row Row Row Your Boat
Row Row Row Your Boat
Row Row Row Your Boat