If you're looking for fun action songs that fit with the message of Christmas and the telling of the story - here are nine Christmas songs and one Easter song. They require movement and action and will be loved by preschoolers. Suitable for using in a mainly music session, at your home or in a play group, these songs will delight everyone.
1. We're on our Way - wise men travelling up/down, fast/slow - until they reach the manger.
2. The Wise Man's Christmas Box - what is in your special box?
3. That First Christmas - to the tune of London Bridge.
4. Baby Jesus - to the tune of Frere Jacques.
5. Go, Tell it on the Mountain - traditional.
6. Watching Sheep - written by Karyn Henley.
7. Here We Go to Bethlehem - written by Karyn Henley.
8. Soft, Sweet Hay - Karyn Henley.
9. Hallelujah Christmas - Lucy Davey (of The Crocodile Song fame) This song is also available as a book.
10. God Knows Me - Easter version - written and sung by Karyn Henley.