I Went Walking (a Sue Williams Skit)

Sue Williams' classic book, I Went Walking is easily adapted using puppets.
I had grownups pat out a steady rhythm and children up and walking with me.

I'd say, "I went walking . . ."
And grownups would respond, "What did you see?"
"I saw a _____ following me."

Pulling a puppet from my bag,
we'd make the sound of the animal together.
On a long table, I would set out the puppets in a line.

And ended with:  "I saw a line of animals following me!

Easy. Easy.

Happy summer!

Ms. Lisa

Three Green and Speckled Frogs for Toddlers (OK, two frogs and a toad!)

Today I'm sharing a *very* simple way to present the classic "Three Green and Speckled Frogs" song to a toddler story time group. I can't believe I hadn't thought of this before!

Puppets:
3 frogs (I had to use a toad)

Prop:
Remove labels and one bottom from two large oatmeal containers. Tape them together to make a hollow log. You'll put your arm through this while you're singing.

A piece of blue fabric or paper as a pretend pool.


I've started sitting on a banquet table to present my puppet skits, puppet songs, and flannel boards. I'm high enough so that my large group can see, and just out of reach of my toddlers.  :)

With the "log" on one arm, count the frogs and perch them on top of the log. As you sing the song, have a frog jump off and drop it into the pool.
EASY!

Lyrics to the song and the tune can be found online.

Happy day,
Miss Lisa