Inspire children to cross the bridge from the previous activity and gather together for circle time.

This gentle song helps children transition calmly into circle time and group connection, ready to enjoy songs and a story together.

Printable lyrics & a practical guide, Your Guide to Using Marla’s Songs, are included with your download

Help children enjoy drying their hands after washing as they build good hygiene habits using this happy little song.

Drying Hands gently guides children through the final step of handwashing by encouraging them to shake the water off and dry their hands thoroughly.

Printable lyrics & a practical guide, Your Guide to Using Marla’s Songs, are included with your download

Support children in getting dressed with greater calm, cooperation, and joy through this gentle, playful song.

Children naturally pause to listen, then happily follow the actions to the song, getting dressed almost without realising it.

Printable lyrics & a practical guide, Your Guide to Using Marla’s Songs, are included with your download

Transform pack-away time into imaginative play as children become cranes lifting their loads into a box or basket.

Children naturally love pretend play, and Tidy Up Crane keeps them engaged while making everyday tidying up routines fun.

Printable lyrics & a practical guide, Your Guide to Using Marla’s Songs, are included with your download

Encourage children to pause calmly at gates and enjoy waiting together before moving safely through as a group.

This happily little song helps children stop, think, and participate in the shared experience of moving together as one before continuing on their way.

Printable lyrics & a practical guide, Your Guide to Using Marla’s Songs, are included with your download

Turn getting ready to go outside into a happy, playful routine that children look forward to.

As the melody becomes familiar, children begin eagerly putting on their shoes and hats, making the transition outdoors feel fun, cooperative, and calm.

Printable lyrics & a practical guide, Your Guide to Using Marla’s Songs, are included with your download

Support children’s social and emotional development with this gentle turn-taking song that helps them enjoy the natural back-and-forth rhythm of playing together.

Taking Turns helps children practice sharing, waiting, and joining in with others more calmly during moments that can sometimes feel challenging for young children.

Printable lyrics & a practical guide, Your Guide to Using Marla’s Songs, are included with your download

Encourage children to use kind words and good manners in everyday conversations with this sweet little song.

Kind Words supports children through thoughtful communication, and happy interactions with others. It gently reminds them that speaking kindly is one of the simplest ways we can care for one another.

Printable lyrics & a practical guide, Your Guide to Using Marla’s Songs, are included with your download

Inspire children’s enthusiasm for bath time with this joyful song that gently eases the transition into a fun and playful routine.

Bath Time is a delightful little bath time song that helps children see washing as a happy part of their day while they splash, sing, play and clean themselves.

Printable lyrics & a practical guide, Your Guide to Using Marla’s Songs, are included with your download

Help children feel calm and content while waiting at the table after they’ve finished eating with this gentle little song.

Waiting at the Table helps children stay connected, patient, and relaxed during mealtimes while they wait calmly for the rest of the family or group.

Printable lyrics & a practical guide, Your Guide to Using Marla’s Songs, are included with your download

Bring a sense of ease and confidence to toilet training as you slow down together and sing this gentle little song.

Singing together creates a calm, reassuring moment that helps children relax, making toilet routines feel less pressured and more positive.

Printable lyrics & a practical guide, Your Guide to Using Marla’s Songs, are included with your download

Guide children to slow down, follow the routine, and enjoy washing their hands with greater care.

As the song becomes familiar, children begin to follow each step more confidently, enjoying the rhythm of washing their hands from start to finish.

Printable lyrics & a practical guide, Your Guide to Using Marla’s Songs, are included with your download

Help children pack away happily together with this gentle, playful song.

As the melody becomes familiar, children begin to anticipate pack-up time, join in willingly and enjoy tidying up together.

You’re warmly invited to download this song free of charge and experience how it can transform an everyday routine in your home or early childhood setting.

Printable lyrics & a practical guide, Your Guide to Using Marla’s Songs, are included with your download