Sure, here is a lesson plan for toddlers focusing on the song “The Wheels on the Bus”:
### Lesson Plan: The Wheels on the Bus
#### Objective:
- To introduce toddlers to rhythm, rhyme, and music through the song “The Wheels on the Bus”
- To enhance motor skills and coordination through movement activities
- To foster listening and participation skills in a group setting
#### Materials Needed:
- Lyrics for "The Wheels on the Bus"
- An actual toy bus or picture of a bus
- Musical instrument (e.g., tambourine, maracas)
- Visual aids for the different verses (wheels, wipers, horn, etc.)
- Craft materials (paper plates, markers, glue, etc.)
- Recording of "The Wheels on the Bus" song (optional)
#### Activities and Procedure:
**1. Introduction (5 minutes)**
- Begin with a friendly greeting and circle time.
- Introduce the topic by showing a picture of a bus. Briefly discuss what a bus does and who rides buses.
**2. Singing the Song (10 minutes)**
- Introduce the song “The Wheels on the Bus.”
- Sing the song together. Use your hands to demonstrate the actions for each verse (i.e., wheels, wipers, doors, horn, babies, mommies/daddies, etc.).
- Encourage children to join in with the actions.
**3. Movement Activity (10 minutes)**
- Play the song again, but this time encourage the children to stand up and act out the movements:
- Rolling their hands for “the wheels on the bus”
- Swishing their arms back and forth for “the wipers on the bus”
- Opening and closing their arms for “the doors on the bus”
- Using their fingers to beep an imaginary horn for “the horn on the bus”
- Pretending to cry and then shush each other for “the babies on the bus” and “the mommies/daddies on the bus”
**4. Musical Instrument Time (10 minutes)**
- Hand out simple musical instruments like tambourines or maracas.
- Sing the song again and encourage the children to play along with the rhythm.
**5. Story Time (10 minutes)**
- Read a short story about a bus ride or a related theme to reinforce the concept.
**6. Craft Activity (15 minutes)**
- Provide each child with a paper plate to create their own bus. Use markers, stickers, and other craft materials.
- Guide them to draw wheels, windows, and doors on the bus.
- Allow them to color and decorate their bus.
**7. Review and Wrap-Up (5 minutes)**
- Gather the children back in a circle.
- Review the movements and lyrics from the song one more time.
- Give each child a chance to show their bus craft and say a part of the song they like.
- End with a simple goodbye song.
#### Assessment:
- Observe the children’s participation in singing and movement activities.
- Note any child’s particular interest in music, rhythm, or craft.
- Review their ability to follow along with the actions and lyrics.
#### Extension Activity (optional):
- Encourage parents to sing “The Wheels on the Bus” at home with their children.
- Send home a simple lyric sheet with the actions described for parents to practice with the toddlers.
This lesson plan ensures that toddlers are actively engaged through singing, movement, and hands-on activities, making learning enjoyable and effective.