This is a song to encourage children to be themselves, to be assertive, to be proud and independent, and find their OWN way in the world. Yes - we all get help from family, teachers and other people in our lives, but this song is all about YOU - your voice, your journey - your SELF! Sing along: ‘Be yourself. Be proud. Sing YOUR song. Sing it LOUD! … There’s a story deep inside that only you can tell’. The music is up-tempo Irish folk, like the Pogues or the Dubliners!

‘Thank You’ is a gratitude song to say ‘thank you’ to someone who has helped you out. The video features Owen Brindley, a superstar of song signing. He’s signing next to me, Johnny, to make sure everyone is included. Children can learn to sign ‘thank you’ by watching the video. The song is designed for children to sing along - the lyrics are included.

‘I need space to make mistakes’: Colourful animated video of a groovy song about learning and the three things you need in order to learn - space, time and making mistakes. It’s about taking that journey from ‘I don’t know’ to ‘Now I understand’ It mentions how you might need some help to learn. It’s the perfect motivator for anyone trying learn anything. Get the kids moving and dancing while thinking about their learning journey!

‘When I’m Older’ is all about hoping, wishing, growing up and having birthdays. Ultimately, it’s about looking to the future with optimism. It’s a list song that details what the narrator wants to happen ‘when I’m older’. It works just as well for the child as it does for the adult. What do the children in your life want to do when they are older? It starts sensible: ‘I’m gonna reach up and turn on the light’. It gets a bit wilder as it goes on: ‘I’m gonna go to work with my robot friends. Take a trip ‘round the Moon again. Climb up Big Ben’. The music is upbeat, danceable, mid-‘60s Motown.

‘I Follow my Dreams’ is a simple song full of hope, optimism, resilience and determination. It’s a perfect song for children to listen to (and hopefully sing, when it’s safe to do so) in the new year Follow your dreams no matter what life throws at you. ‘I’m never going to let them get away’, sings the narrator of the song. ‘When troubles come along, I’m going to face them day after day’. The song stresses the need to follow your dreams, not someone else’s: ‘I know what’s good for me’, sings the spirited and assertive protagonist. So, as the song says, open up your arms and embrace your dreams. Hold them in your heart where they belong.

A simple song perfect for children’s voices to celebrate mothers on Mothering Sunday. Sing along with the song. Create you own version using the chords G, C, D and Em. Lyrics are included.

A fun and interactive song that can be played whilst children tidy up the classroom. With a call and response section and a funky danceable rhythm, this song is well designed for class participation.