68. Clap, Sing, and Play: Music Activities for Babies That Boost Development

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Welcome to Clap for Classics!, where music and learning go hand in hand! In today’s sweet and playful episode, we’re sharing three favorite activities from our Nursery Rhyme Baby Time course—perfect for babies and toddlers, but fun for the whole family. Whether you’re gently guiding your baby’s hands or marching with a preschooler, this episode is full of joyful, musical bonding moments.

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🎵 Songs and Activities Featured:

Wind the Bobbin Up – A classic with fun actions that babies and big kids can enjoy together. Lyrics:

Wind the bobbin up, wind the bobbin up

Pull, pull, clap clap clap

Wind it back again, wind it back again

Pull, pull, clap clap clap

Point to the ceiling, point to the floor

Point to the window, point to the door

Clap your hands together, 1, 2, 3

Put your hands upon your knees

Peek-a-Boo Scarf Game – Featuring the song: "Oh Where, Oh Where Has My Little Dog Gone?"

A playful way to engage babies with surprise, repetition, and song.

Move to the Music – The March from Children’s Games by Georges Bizet

Help your baby feel the steady beat with gentle movement while listening to this delightful classical piece (also known as “Trumpet and Drum”).

🎼 Classical music used in this episode is licensed to us from Classical.com

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