Singing has a quiet
way of changing the
atmosphere in a room
Helping little hearts learn through song.
Everyday moments hold quiet opportunities for connection with children.
A familiar melody can turn getting dressed, tidying up, washing hands or waiting, into calmer, more joyful experiences.
Gentle, repetitive songs help children anticipate routines, move through transitions with greater ease, and participate with growing confidence.
Created by an experienced early childhood educator, these songs are designed to support families, childcare educators and teachers through the simple rhythm of singing together.
Make everyday moments easier through song
Hello, I’m Marla
For many years I’ve watched how a simple song can transform an ordinary moment. Whether it’s helping children pack away, encouraging them to put a coat on, or easing a difficult transition, a song has a gentle way of bringing rhythm, connection and joy to everyday life.
I created these songs to support parents, educators and most importantly children, in those small moments that become some of the most meaningful.
These songs grew from real experiences with children and family, and it’s a privilege to share them with you.
Why Singing Matters
Gentle songs help children move through everyday routines with confidence and joy.
When simple melodies become part of daily life, children begin to anticipate what comes next, often finding delight in joining in the actions that go with a song. Routines feel calmer, transitions become smoother, and everyday moments become opportunities for connection.
Through rhythm and repetition, singing gently nurtures:
emotional regulation
language development
growing confidence
meaningful connection
joyful early learning.
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Your Guide to Using Marla’s Songs
Download your free guide and discover simple ways to introduce transition songs, build gentle daily rhythms, and confidently use Marla’s Songs at home or in early childhood settings.
Experience A Song
The best way to understand these songs is to sing one with a child. I’d love to share one of my favourite songs with you.
One of the loveliest messages I received was a recording of two sisters singing this song while they cleaned their bedroom together - a beautiful reminder of how a simple melody can become part of family life.
Download Tidy Up Teamwork, sing it together for a few days and simply notice what unfolds.
Tidy Up Teamwork
A playful tidy up song for teamwork, cooperation, and everyday routines
If this song brings a little more ease to your day, I’d love you to explore the rest of the collection below
Little songs for everyday moments
These short playful songs grew out of many years of everyday moments with young children - getting dressed, preparing to leave the house, sharing, waiting, packing away, and moving from one activity to the next.
Sung regularly, these little songs gently help children anticipate transitions and join in with the rhythm of daily life.
Each melody is simple, repetitive, and easy to sing together at home, in preschool, kindergarten, classrooms, and early childhood settings.
