Resources
Practical ideas and resources for singing with children
Here you’ll find articles, guides and simple ideas drawn from my work with young children over many years. I hope these resources support you in bringing more singing, rhythm, storytelling and connection into your everyday time with children.
How to Help a Toddler with Transitions
Transitions can be difficult for young children, especially when they’re deeply immersed in play. Discover how connection, familiar cues and simple songs can help children move more easily from one part of their day to the next.
Why Singing Through Daily Routines Helps Children
Discover how familiar songs can make everyday routines and transitions feel more predictable, reassuring and connected for young children.
How I Create a Calm & Connected Circle Time
A practical look at how I create a calm and connected circle time using familiar songs, movement, children’s choices and storytelling - with ideas for building rhythm, supporting learning and making transitions easier.
Your Guide to Using Marla’s Songs
Discover how gentle songs can help create calmer transitions, stronger connection and joyful everyday rhythms with children. Inside you’ll find simple ways to introduce transition songs, tips for using each song, a printable daily rhythm planner and more.