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Full Action Song

Father Abraham

Day 120of 180
Week 24of 36
15Minutes
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Learning Objectives

1

Perform all body motions for 'Father Abraham' song

2

Coordinate multiple body movements simultaneously

3

Develop listening and following instructions skills

Genesis 12:2

I will make of you a great nation. I will bless you and make your name great. You will be a blessing.

Genesis 12:2 (WEB)

Celebrates Abraham as a special person chosen by God, just like our song celebrates his legacy

📦 Materials Needed

  • Open floor space
  • BibleMouse Song Collection audio track
  • Optional: mirror for visual feedback

Lesson Plan

1Opening (3 min)

Recall previous day's actions and get excited about completing full song movements

💭 Review Question: Can you remember the actions we learned yesterday?
2Teaching (5 min)

Demonstrate full 'Father Abraham' song movements

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • Today we'll put ALL our actions together!
  • Watch mommy/daddy do the full song
  • We'll practice each movement slowly
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • Which movement is your favorite?
  • Can you show me your right arm?
3Activity: Full Action Performance (6 min)
active performance

Perform complete 'Father Abraham' song with all body motions

📝 Instructions:
  1. Stand in open space
  2. Listen to music carefully
  3. Do ALL actions: right arm, left arm, right leg, left leg
  4. Turn body when song instructs
  5. Smile and have fun!
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Do actions one at a time, pause between movements

Challenge: Do actions faster, add personal creative movements

4Closing (3 min)

Celebrate completing full song movements

📝 Review Questions:
  • What actions did we do today?
  • Was it fun to move your whole body?

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll listen to animal music and make different sounds!

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

Song teaches children about following instructions and coordinating movements

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Be patient and demonstrate movements clearly
  • Praise effort over perfect performance
  • Use BibleMouse Resource Guide for additional movement ideas
🤔 Common Struggles:

Coordinating multiple body movements simultaneously

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Child attempting to follow most song movements

Extension Activities

  • Record child performing song to share with family
  • Create a movement chart using BibleMouse Printables Library

Ready for Tomorrow?

Great job completing today's lesson!

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