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Clapping Echo

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The GIANT Encyclopedia of Transition Activities for Children 3 to 6

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The GIANT Encyclopedia of Transition Activities for Children 3 to 6

Materials

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Instructions

1. When group or circle time is over and it is time to move to a new area,
dismiss the children by singing the following song (Tune: "This Old Man").
When the child rolls the ball back to you, she can move to the next activity.
2. Introduce the song at a group or circle time. Have the children practice the
song and words.
Roll the ball, play the game.
When you get the ball you say your name.
Additions:
Roll the bus...
Toss the sponge...
Tell your favorite color...
Toss the beanbag...
Say your age...
Tell where you live...

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