The Listening Song


Keep calm and sing a song.

Sung to the tune of “Are You Sleeping”, also known as “Frère Jacques,” this song prepares us for circle time, small group time, or a one-on-one session. Following along with the motions focuses the attention of the group while a steady beat creates a calming effect.

Lyrics

Listening Song

Eyes are watching, ears are listening.

Voice is quiet, body is calm

This is how we listen, this is how we listen

At group time, at group time*


*The final line can change to fit the situation.
For instance, you could sing, “To our friends, to our friends.”

Body Motions

See the video below to learn the simple motions of the Listening Song