Activity:

Using hand movements while singing the song "Slippery Fish" can have several benefits for children:

• It can help to improve motor skills and coordination: The hand movements required to perform the song can help to develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
• It can enhance memory and recall: The combination of hand movements and song lyrics can help to improve children's memory and recall, as they have to remember both the words and the movements.
• It can foster creativity and imagination: The hand movements can be used as a form of creative expression, allowing children to interpret the song in their own way.
• It can promote social interaction and teamwork: The song is usually sung in a group setting, and the hand movements can help to promote social interaction and teamwork as children work together to perform the song.
• It can increase engagement and participation: The use of hand movements can make the song more engaging and interactive, increasing children's participation and interest in the activity.
• It can be a fun and enjoyable way to learn and practice the song: The combination of hand movements and song lyrics can make the activity fun and enjoyable for children, making it more likely that they will want to learn and practice the song.

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So today, let's use hand movements but also use cards! Using card props for any song is always so much fun for kids! Having a physical object to use for a song reinforces the learning experiences and can help kids remember the words easier!

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