Primary topics - song lyrics and audio tracks

Ages 7 to 11

Down by the bay | Lyrics
An old favourite with limitless scope for creating extra whacky verses!

It's getting too hot for monkeys | Lyrics
A fun topical song delivering a serious message about global warming liberally sprinkled with ‘in-jokes’!

Just like a Roman | Lyrics
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This clever cross-curricular song about the Romans offers a perfect vocal complement to KS2 topic work. Pertinent vocabulary, witty humour and a catchy cha-cha rhythm make this song a sure-fire winner.

​​​​​​​Mama don't allow | Lyrics​​​​​​​
This American ‘jug’ band song was recorded in the late 1920s by the Memphis Jug Band and has been re-recorded many times, including a children’s version by Maria Muldaur.

Multiplicity | Lyrics
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This song can be adapted to suit any kind of number work. It’s a catchy, accessible tune and great fun to sing!

The water cycle song | Lyrics
An upbeat number packed with facts about water's journey from land to sky to sea.

Viking rock | Lyrics
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Full of Viking gusto, this upbeat rock song has clever and accessible lyrics describing the Nordic way of life.

 

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