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               ♪ SOOTHING

1. Ma, Ma, Ma, Me

2. My Touch 

3. You are My Sunshine

4. You Go Where I Go

5.  Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star

6.  Duermate
   
   ♪ PLAY TIME

7. Something’s in My Hand

8. Peek-a-Boo

9. Ten Little Fingers

10. Reach

11. Here Comes a Zerbert

12. Pat-T-Pat

13. Here I Go Rolling

14. See Me Swaying

15. Your Arms Are Open

16. Fly, Fly
    
    ♪ CARE

17. Toot Toot

18. Off Goes the Dirty Diaper

19. Splish Splash

20. Snuggle Bug

21. Andante Sentimental (instrumental) 
    
    ♪ SPANISH VERSIONS

22. You Go Where I Go

23. Something’s In My Hand

24. Here Comes a Zerbert

25. Ten Little Fingers

26. Reach

27. Fly Fly

28. Your Arms Are Open 

29. Toot, Toot   

30. Splish Splash

31. Snuggle Bug

Starting babies and young tots off with playful songs and age-appropriate activities helps them move their limbs, get in tune with their senses, learn how their body works, and bond with a parent, sibling, or caregiver. Babies respond to a soothing voice, soft caresses, gentle rocking, a shaking rattle, tickling belly blows, soft claps, songs about their care, and simple adult-assisted activities. These songs soothe and reassure, awaken early humor, encourage gentle care and interaction, boost early language skills, and give young ones a smart start. When do we begin building the adult-baby connection?  We start NOW! Includes (10) Spanish versions of select songs.

Approx. Running Time: 49 minutes
Recommended from birth through the first years
UPC:  698731-00039-2
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A NOTE ABOUT MUSIC

Music is one way to expose young children to a wide variety of tastes, smells, textures, colors, and sounds — experiences that can forge more pathways between the cells in their brains. Just listening to music can make these connections, but the biggest impact on a child comes when he or she is actively engaged in musical activities. You don’t have to carry a tune to sing to a baby.  Make up your own easy songs, and use the baby’s name when you sing. Either way, you will want to repeat, repeat, and repeat!

Normal child development tends to follow a certain pattern, but all babies and tots develop at different paces. If you are concerned about a baby’s development, talk to your baby’s doctor.

u Music can grow with a child by simply changing the moves. When you see this symbol, we will have suggestions on how to use the songs for children who are transitioning into and through the tot stages.

SOOTH

From birth & beyond, babies are biologically primed to respond with pleasure to the human voice and to human touch. Use soft caresses, kisses, crooning, a rocking motion, gentle pats, humming, and simple, repetitive songs with soothing tempos to reassure a baby that someone is there who cares. Babies that become fussy or irritable when engaged by activities and social interaction may need a break from over stimulation. Calming songs are good for all young children, and songs that are familiar from birth seem to have the best results.

1.      Ma, Ma, Ma, Me
Sing baby’s first vowel sounds. From birth, a baby will begin by quieting when a voice is heard, then visually searches for sounds, moves into vocalizing, and then at around 6 months might be saying one-syllable sounds like "ma", "mu", "da", and "di.” Repeating the sounds a baby makes can help teach a baby about tone, pacing, and taking turns when talking to someone. A baby is comforted and quieted by a caregiver’s voice. Knowing that a caregiver will respond can build and restore trust.

Ma Ma Ma Mee
Ma Ma Ma Mee

Da Da Da Dee
Da Da Da Dee

Ba Ba Ba Ba
Ba Ba Ba Ba

Na Na Na
Na Na Na

Ma Ma Ma Mee
Ma Ma Ma Mee

Da Da Da Da
Da Da Da Da

Ba Ba Ba Ba
Ba Ba Ba Ba
 
Goo ga ga
Goo ga ga

2.      My Touch
Touch, kiss, caress, hug, and massage a baby to show that you are there, and that you care. Research has also proven that gentle, loving touches can help with brain and body development, promote better eating and sleep, lower stress, and increase circulation. Taking time out for a gentle massage also encourages a caregiver to slow down, and build a bond that lasts long after infancy ends.  

There’s nothing like me touch on ye
Me cheek on yer warm skin
There’s nothing like me holding ye
Tucked here, beneath my chin

I cherish all me time with ye
Since yer first days began

There’s nothing like me touch on ye
Me cheek on yer warm skin

Oh little one, I’ll be right ‘ere
To hold ye safe and warm
Awake or while yer dreaming
I’ll keep ye from all harm

There’s nothing like me touch on ye
Me kiss on yer soft skin
There’s nothing like yer tender coo
From innocence within
 
What miracle ye are to me
Since yer first days began

There’s nothing like me touch on ye
Me kiss on yer soft skin

Oh little one, I’ll be right ‘ere
To hold ye safe and warm
Awake or while yer dreaming
I’ll keep ye from all harm

3.      You are My Sunshine
An easy rocking motion, humming, gentle rhythmic patting, and soft touches will help to sooth a fussy baby.

You are my sunshine.
My only sunshine.
You make me happy,
when skies are gray.
You'll never know, Dear,
how much I love you.
Please don't take my sunshine away.

You are my sunshine.
When you’re unhappy
I rub your back here
A gentle way
I hum in your ear
Talk softly to you
I find just the right words to say

The other night, dear,
as you lay sleeping,
I touched your cheek here,
a gentle way.    (Gently stroke baby’s cheek)
Awake or sleeping,
crying or dreaming,
I am here for you now and always

4.      You Go Where I Go
It is normal for a baby to develop separation anxiety, crying and clinging to a caregiver who tries to leave them and resisting attention from others. But as babies grow older, they acquire the language and social skills to cope with strange situations and eventually learn that separation is not permanent. Be patient. Do your best to transition a baby into a new environment, and assure your baby that you will return.

5.      Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star
Familiar songs that are sung or hummed by parents and caregivers can help sooth a baby in any environment. Share a baby’s favorite songs with his caregivers.

Twinkle, twinkle, little star,
How I wonder what you are.
Up above the world so high,
Like a diamond in the sky.
Twinkle, twinkle, little star,
How I wonder what you are.

What a special child you are.
You’re my diamond, you’re my star.
Hugging you makes all things right.
Lots of kisses, day and night.
What a special child you are.
You’re my diamond, you’re my star.

6.      Duermate
A 4-minute soothing song to encourage sleeping or resting, sung in Spanish with acoustic guitar accompaniment.

Duermete                                              Sleep
Duermete mi nino                                  Sleep little one
Es tiempo de cerrar tus ojos                   It’s time to close your eyes

Duermete                                               Sleep
Duermete mi nino                                   Sleep little one
Llego’ el tiempo para descansar              The time for rest has come

Dulces, dulces suenos (mi nino)              Sweet, sweet dreams

Duermete sin temor (Mi nino)                  Sleep without fear
Piensa en las cosas buenas                   Think of good things
Sobre tu vida                                          about your life

De espacios suaves                               of soft spaces
De lugares tibios                                    of warm places
De cosas que te hacen sonreir                of things that make you smile

Del sol y la luna                                    of the sun and the moon
Del mar y el cielo                                  of the sea and the sky
De los pajaros que vuela                        of the birds that fly by
Manana es un nuevo dia                        Tomorrow is a new day
Cuando tu despiertes, yo estare’ aqui.    When you wake up, I will be here

FREE PLAY
It is important for babies to play and interact with their caregivers. Physical activity helps them develop their muscles and encourages them to explore all that is new. There is also convincing evidence that active music experiences can enhance brain development. Newborns should be engaged in gentle, soothing, age-appropriate activities that appeal to the senses of sight, hearing, and touch. The younger a baby is the more adult-performed or adult-assisted play the baby will need. For babies between 3 and 4 months, laying in a caregiver’s lap is a great place to put soft music and gentle movement together. From 6 months and up, babies and tots still need the support, but also become stronger and more independent as they learn coordination, balance, and control. A caregiver’s role is to attend to a child, model behavior, and build on the young child’s attempts - giving him successes one small step at a time. Use discretion and common sense when introducing new activities as babies grow from birth and beyond.

7.      Something’s in My Hand
As early as 2 months old, a baby begins visually searching for sounds. Attach a child-safe rattle around a baby’s wrist or ankle, allowing them to shake things up and make a noise that will draw their attention. When babies can open and shut their hands and start moving their hands to their mouths, they are ready to clutch a child-safe rattle or soft toy in their hand. u Developing tots will enjoy instruments they can shake and control like bells, rattles, or shakers. Banging on plastic bowls and pots with wooden spoons is also popular. Older tots will enjoy walking or dancing with instruments like tambourines or rain sticks, or shakers in hand.

Something’s in my hand
When I move it rattles
Something’s in my hand
When I move it rattles

I can hear the rattle,
Hear the tinkle
Hear the chime
And it’s all mine

Something’s on my foot
When I move it rattles

Something’s on my foot
When I move it rattles

I can hear the rattle,
Hear the tinkle
Hear the chime
And it’s all mine

8.      Peek-a-Boo
Ordinary games like peek-a-boo help teach a child the mental concept that when objects are out of sight, they are not completely and forever gone. Hide behind hands or objects and then POP OUT from behind them with bright, cheerful facial expressions and goofy noises. Let a baby pull a light cloth from his face or pull the blanket off of you. Babies appreciate physical humor, especially the kind with an element of surprise. u Show developing tots how to cover their faces and pop out from behind their own hands. As they mature, they will enjoy hiding behind objects and peeking out for a surprise. 

Peek-a boo
I see you
Peek-a-boo
You see me, too

Peek-a-boo
Peek-a-boo 

I cover my face
then peek at you

Peek-a-boo
Peek-a boo

Peek-a boo
I see you
Peek-a-boo
You see me, too

Peek-a-boo
Peek-a-boo

I hide my face
then peek at you

9.      Ten Little Fingers
Touch and wiggle a baby’s fingers and toes while counting each one out loud from 1-10 each time. Count out loud while describing different things in a baby’s world. u Allow tots to touch and wiggle your fingers as you count and eventually you will be counting together.

1 little
2 little
3 little fingers
4 little
5 little
6 little fingers
7 little
8 little
9 little fingers
10 little tiny fingers

1 little
2 little
3 little toesies
4 little
5 little
6 little toesies
7 little
8 little
9 little toesies
10 little tiny toesies

10.  Reach
Around 2-months of age, a baby begins visually searching for sounds, and will soon develop the ability to follow a moving object with his eyes. Encourage hand-eye coordination by letting a baby reach for favorite toys that make sounds while sitting in your lap, or swat at colorful toys and mobiles that are held overhead. Reaching activities are great for a little bout of “tummy time” to help build the neck and core muscles, and prepare a baby for crawling. u Developing tots will enjoy reaching and grabbing a moving object, or tossing and retrieving the same object repetitively.

Look! Look!
Reach up and get this

And, Look! Look!
Reach over get that

Oh, Look! Look!
You know you want it

So, reach out and grab with your hands

These little hands
Are amazing, you see
They can reach out and take
They can hold onto me
They can touch on my nose
They can pat on my cheek
They can reach out and take
what you seek

Tight, tight
Hold it like this, you see

Tight, tight
Hold it like that, that’s right

Tight, tight
Try not to drop it.
Just hold on real tight with your hands

11.  Here Comes a Zerbert
Tickling a newborn infant might be distressing, newborns can be very sensitive to too much stimulation. But older babies think it is funny when you make silly noises by gently blowing on their belly or back. The friction tickles, and the silly noises make them laugh. u Tots will roll and wiggle while laughing, and trying to get away. Tell them which other body parts the Gurple is going to visit, and then blow a Zerbert there.

Here comes a gurple
On your belly’s twurple
It’s blowing a zerbert
……blow
Did you see it?

Here comes a gurple
On your belly’s twurple
It’s blowing a  ……blow
Over here

Go away you gurple
Get off of that twurple

It’s……blow

……blow
back again

……blow
……blow
……blow

Go away you gurple
Get off of that twurple
You take all your zerberts
And go now

12.  Pat-T-Pat
In a laying position, hold a baby’s hands to assist with the motions: pat on different body parts, clap hands, and touch here and there. Tell the baby where you are patting, and what you are touching.  When a baby has more control of his body, he can have gentle, supported bounces to the rhythm on a caregiver’s lap or knees while moving through the song. Bouncing helps young ones learn to physically balance, and good eye-to-eye contact makes for a wonderful social experience. u Developing tots will eventually learn to perform the moves on their own. Let them select which body part they will pat on, and where they will touch. Name those parts as you move.

Pat-t-pat
Pat-t-pat

Clap, clap, clap
Clap, clap, clap

Bicycle peddle
Bicycle peddle

Just like that
Just like that

13.  Here We Go Rolling
Gently and playfully roll and pump a baby’s hands and arms around, or bicycle peddle his feet around. Sit securely with a baby in your lap and rock side-to-side or front-to-back.  Between 4 and 6 months, a baby begins to push himself over to his side, and eventually from front to back. Encourage this movement by giving a baby something to reach for. u Caregivers can hold tots aloft as they gently roll left and right, but not over. Tots can also Tootsie roll over and over on their own, roll their fists around and around each other, or lay back and try to bicycle peddle their feet in the air. 

14.  See Me Swaying
Swaying is a vestibular stimulation that helps babies master movement through space. Stand with a baby securely in hand and sway side-to-side, or forward and back. The same can be done with the baby sitting in your lap.  It is also a great time to take a baby’s hands and arms up and over in a sweeping rainbow motion from left to right. u Developing tots can stand up to rock and sway while supported by an adult’s hands, or even while standing on an adult’s feet. They also enjoy a gentle tick-tock swing in an adult’s secure hands.

Have you ever seen me swaying
And swaying, and swaying
Have you ever seen me swaying
Off this way, and that

Sway this way, and that way
And this way, and that way
Have you ever seen me swaying
Off this way and that

Have you ever seen me swaying
And swaying, and swaying
Have you ever seen me swaying
Forward and back 

Sway forward, and back
and forward and back
Have you ever seen me swaying
Forward and back

15.  Your Arms Are Open
With a baby seated securely in an adult’s lap, hold his hands to guide him through the song: Open arms, close arms, touch hands, touch nose, touch tummy, touch knees, clap.  Then arms are up, arms are down, arms are moving all around, touch hair, clap hands. Yeah! u  Developing tots will eventually learn to perform the moves on their own, and you can advance to other body parts.

Your arms are open
Your arms are closed
I touch your hands here
You touch your nose
You touch your tummy
You touch your knees
You clap your hands to
This gentle beat

Your arms are up here
Your arms are down
Your arms are moving
moving around
You touch your hair, dear
So soft and sweet
Your clap your hands to
This gentle beat

16.  Fly, Fly (To "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot)
Once a baby has developed strong head control, hold on tight and gently raise the baby overhead. Bring the baby in closer, make funny expressions and silly noise, and then press the baby high overhead again, repeating this action. u In a standing position, with a tot held securely in your hands, fly him side-to-side, up and down, or around in a circle. Support a tot securely in your hands and arms, and with your legs spread eagle, swing the tot smoothly between your legs.

Fly, fly
My sweet, sweet child
Fly, fly way up high

Fly, fly
My sweet, sweet child
Down from way up high

I’ll take you up
And bring you down
Down from way up high

I’ll fly your body
All around
Fly, fly way up high

Fly, fly
My sweet, sweet child      
Fly, fly way up high

Fly, fly
My sweet, sweet child
Down way up high

Fly, fly
My sweet, sweet child
Fly, fly way up high

Fly, fly
My sweet, sweet child
Down way up high

You’re safe in my hands
My sweet, sweet child
Fly, fly way up high

I hold on tight
My sweet, sweet child
On that you can rely

I hold on tight
My sweet, sweet child
On that you can rely

CARE
Gentle care and attention are important in a baby’s emotional and physical development. Telling babies what you are looking at while you do things, the clothes you are putting on, the parts you are bathing, and the things that surround them, will help them learn about their environment.

17.  Toot Toot
Food preferences are established early in life so help your child develop a taste for healthy foods early. As babies transition into eating solids, make eating a fun experience using sing-song chants. As the utensil swoops in toward the mouth, use fantasy moves to make eating interesting and encourage a baby to open his mouth.

Aside from eating, babies can be assisted to mimic the chug-chug movements of a train by making gentle circles with arms or legs. u  Tots can ride on a caregiver, crawl, follow the leader, line up, and/or practice motor skills. “Toot! Toot" off you go!

Here comes the train
Bringing a load for you, YOU!
Here comes the train
Bringing a load for you, YOU!
Here’ it comes! 

18.  Off Goes the Dirty Diaper
Babies will require a diaper change about 7000 times over a 2 year period. This leaves plenty of opportunities to touch, gently massage, interact, play, talk about body parts, describe what you are doing, talk about the clothes you are putting on, chant, and sing silly songs. Make something up, and don’t forget to use a baby’s name as often as possible when interacting

It’s time to change your diaper
Something stinky winks

It’s squishin’ and a squashin’
Down in there, I think
Squish squish
I make a funny face
Cause it’s a smelly place
Pee Yew
We’ll grab another diaper
For you, just in case

Off goes the dirty diaper
Dive in for a wipe
Zooooommm
The slippin’ and a sloppin’
Makes you clean and nice
Squeak, squeak
I wipe your bum down under
And your bum up top

Then toss the dirty wipies
With a big CURPLOP!

Curplop!

19.  Splish Splash
Make sure the baby is comfortable. Don’t rush, and don’t get distracted. Start at the head and gently work your way down a baby’s body. Talk about the parts you are washing. Use the baby’s name in a soothing voice. When a baby is in the bath, provide squeeze toys, cups and containers to splash with, and constant supervision. Never leave a child unattended!

Splish, splash
Splish, splash
Splish, splash
Splish, splash, splash

Suds are in your hair
Splish, splash
Scrubbing here and there
Splish, splash, splash

Suds are on your nose
Splish Splash
Suds on your elbows
Splish, splash, splash

First I wash you
Then I rinse you
When you’re dry then
We’ll be all through

Splashing on your toes
Splish Splash
Scrubbing high and low
Splish, splash, splash

First I wash you
Then I rinse you
When you’re dry then
We’ll be all through

Scrubbing on your knees
Splish Splash
And your stinky feet
Splish, splash, splash

Splish, splash
Splish, splash
Splish, splash
SPLASH!
Splish, splash

20.  Snuggle Bug
Cocoon the baby in a soft towel. As you dry off a baby, sing, hum, or talk about the different body parts while softly rubbing him dry. When dressing a baby, talk about the clothes and the actions you are taking. A warm bath helps a baby to relax, and is a wonderful prelude to bedtime.

Snuggle bug I dry your little face
Head to toe I’ll dry you every place
Lift your chin, I dry you under there
Snuggle bug, I rub to dry your hair

I dry the parts we cleaned
Over, under, in between 
I can’t forget your little arms
Drying makes your body nice and warm

Snuggle bug I dry your little chest
You’re all wet, can’t stop and take a rest
Snuggle bug, I dry your over here
Got your top, now gonna dry your rear

Snuggle bug, I dry your little back
Top and bottom, with gentle pats
I’ve got to dry you all around.
On your legs, I dry you right on down

Snuggle bug I dry your little toe
At your feet, I finish, don’t you know
Used a towel, and soaked up every drop
You’re all dry, now time for us to stop

21.  Andante Sentimental
A 4-minute acoustic instrumental guitar solo for calming and soothing a baby.

Spanish Versions ------------

You Go Where I Go

Something’s In My Hand

The Zerbert

Ten Little Fingers

Reach

Fly Fly

Your Arms Are Open 

Toot, Toot   

Splish Splash

Snuggle Bug