The game is engaging because the child’s attention is on the candle. The “jump” action with the fists causes the crossing ofthe mid-line of the body positively influencing neural pathways co-ordinating the left and right sides of the body.  The song is short and easy to remember. Many children will know someone called Jack.  Jumping at the exact time the word is sung encourages internal singing.

• A body percussion activity
• Suggestions for how to do the activity
• Song lyrics, including a wall chart for display
• A simple score with chords
• The musical concepts featured
• Language and speech development opportunities
• A backing track to support your voice singing “live”
• A matching track with a vocal added to assist you in learning how to sing the song live with your children.

Jack Be Nimble Vocal Preview by Musical Child

Jack Be Nimble Preview by Musical Child