Dingle Dangle Scarecrow | Inclusive Nursery Rhyme Play
Sing. Move. Explore. Create. Imagine.
Bring the much loved nursery rhyme Dingle Dangle Scarecrow to life with this beautifully designed, holistic and inclusive early years resource from The Early Years Edit.
Designed to celebrate movement, music, imagination and connection, this resource encourages children to explore the familiar rhyme in their own unique way, through singing, swaying, dancing, sensory exploration and playful discovery.
From babies enjoying gentle rhythmic movements to toddlers stretching, stamping and wiggling like scarecrows, every child can experience the joy of nursery rhyme play at their own pace.
Older children can extend their learning through imaginative storytelling, building scarecrows, exploring seasonal materials and creating their own movements and verses.
With a strong focus on inclusion, child led learning and meaningful participation, this resource celebrates every child's individual abilities, interests and preferred ways of joining in.
What's included?
A beautifully presented Dingle Dangle Scarecrow nursery rhyme activity guide
Age appropriate ideas for babies and young toddlers
Movement and sensory activities for toddlers and early movers
Creative exploration and storytelling opportunities for preschool children
Extension ideas for older and more confident children
Inclusive adaptations to support different abilities, developmental stages and sensory preferences
Practical adult language prompts to encourage communication and interaction
Ideas for connecting nursery rhymes with nature, seasonal discovery and imaginative play
Learning through play
This resource supports children's communication and language development as they listen, vocalise, join in with familiar words and explore the rhythm of the rhyme.
It encourages physical development through movement, coordination, stretching, swaying and experimenting with different ways to move their bodies.
Children can also develop their imagination, confidence, social interaction and understanding of the world through exploring scarecrows, gardens, birds and natural autumn treasures.
Inclusion is at the heart of this resource.
Children are encouraged to participate in ways that feel comfortable and meaningful to them, whether through movement, watching, listening, signing, touching, choosing or simply enjoying the shared experience.
There is no expectation to copy actions, perform or achieve a particular outcome.
Practitioners are encouraged to follow the child, not the performance, recognising that connection, enjoyment, communication and exploration are what truly matter.
Perfect for: Childminders, nurseries, preschools, EYFS settings, SEND inclusive provision, baby groups and home learning.
A wonderful addition to autumn provision, harvest themes, nursery rhyme sessions, music and movement activities and seasonal sensory exploration.
Digital Download: One page printable PDF resource featuring age appropriate activity ideas, inclusive adaptations and practical language prompts. No physical resources are included.
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