Colours in a rainbow - A physical rainbow-ribbon song for early years’ learners (0-5 year olds)

At last! Musicbuds is here offering an exceptional range of original and well-crafted resources underpinning common musical objectives whilst focused on prominent EYFS themes. Aimed at all Early Years’ practitioners from class teachers, music specialists, teaching assistants, playgroup leaders to EAL and SEND support teachers.

This song was written explicitly to help children cross their imaginary midline (essential in developing a ‘dominant’ hand) by making arcs with the rainbow ribbons. The repeated rhythms and gently undulating melody line support the development of the actions required and the modulation from major to minor adds harmonic interest to the music.

Can be used as a stand-alone rainbow song; a physical song to encourage children to cross their midline or as Song 9 in our 30-minute music and movement session.


Each song includes:
1) A comprehensive lesson plan
-highlighting EYFS and Music objectives covered
-directions on classroom management
-recommended list of props/visual aids
-ideas for Extended learning 
-inclusive planning for children with EAL/SEND profiles
-different ways to deliver the material from Music/EYFS perspectives
-formatted to allow easy cut-and-paste options into planning documents

2) Audio tracks - vocal & backing
3) Sheet music - for piano & guitar
4) Lyrics 
-teachers’ lyrics with directions for classroom management 
-children’s lyrics suitable for a Songbook