Mother Goose Club’s eclectic library of kids songs are designed to inspire kids (and even parents!) to get up and dance, all while developing important language skills. So in the spirit of International Dance Day, gather the family around and get the dance party started with MGC songs! We hope the resources below will help inspire a day of joyful learning in your household.

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Mother Goose Club songs are available on all major streaming platforms. Follow us on your favorites, and rhyme with us at home or on-the-go!

• Mother Goose Club on Spotify
• Mother Goose Club on Apple Music
• Mother Goose Club on Amazon Music
• Mother Goose Club on Pandora
• Mother Goose Club on Google Play Music

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Mother Goose Club board books make early literacy a joy for kids and caregivers. “One, Two, Buckle My Shoe” features Jack, Teddy and Bo Peep dancing and counting. Introduce simple number concepts and inspire movement with this classic.

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And of course, Mother Goose Club’s video catalog includes plenty of dancing and playing. Try some of our favorites below to inspire fun, family activity for International Dance Day…or any day!

ABC Dance With Me:

Rockin’ Robot:

Rig-a-Jig-Jig:

Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes:

Doctor from France Disco Dance:

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We hope your family enjoys dancing along with us! Share your favorite moments on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter using #mothergooseclub!

1. Keep Watch

Keep those eyes peeled! An innocent, rambunctious child may encourage headfirst dives down the slide, but a watchful parent will have the foresight to prevent incidents before they happen.

2. Inspect Equipment

This is especially important with equipment that may appear weathered or has gone unused for some time. If you spot a potentially hazardous defect, inform your local parks and recreation office. And metal parts can get a bit hot under the midday sun, so a quick feel test may be another smart, preventative action.

Also make sure that your first-aid kit is up-to-date and ready to go before heading out!

3. Dress for Success

Wearing the right outfit at the park can prevent a lot of boo-boos and discomfort. Try to avoid loose articles and items, like scarfs or jewelry. We recommend wearing close-toed shoes for some extra snugness and protection.

And consider bringing a change of clothes – just in case!

4. Mind Your Manners

In addition to the more obvious mismanaged equipment, mishaps can also occur from poor park etiquette. Be sure to teach kids about general social guidelines and manners at the park.

“Maybe don’t stand on the swings, little Timmy!”

5. Snack and Hydrate

To avoid dehydration, or a “hangry” group of kiddos, remember to pack healthy snacks and water. Fruit, granola bars and other simple, nutritious treats should do the trick. And always make sure to have plenty of water!

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We hope your family finds these tidbits helpful for your next trip to the park! Share your own suggestions on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter using #mothergooseclub.

We also have plenty of nursery rhyme videos that can help inspire proper social behaviors (and fun!), such as “On the Playground“, “Hello Friend”, “Swimming in the Swimming Pool” and “Mr. Sun”. Happy rhyming and playing!

Summer is officially here! It’s never too early to start filling up the calendar with family activities and outings. This one can be done in the comfort of your own backyard and doubles as an artsy craft. So let’s break away from screentime for a moment and get active!

Materials:

All the materials you need are below. Most everything can be found around the house or at your local store. Get creative, improvise and let us know what works for you!

• Cardboard
• Paint and paint brush
• Black sharpie
• Beans
• Fabric cut into squares
• Sewing thread and needle
• Tape
• Scissors

Step 1 – The Target:

Sketch out your character using your black sharpie, and then paint. Feel free to improvise with yours – maybe even try making a Mother Goose Club character!

Once your paint is all dry, cut out a mouth opening – this will be your target, so it can be a bit exaggerated!

Step 2 – The Bean Bags:

We created our own bean bags using some old fabric cut into squares, beans and sewing thread. If you’d prefer to keep it simpler, improvise with some household objects or purchase a few pre-made bean bags.

Step 3: Play!

Now that your target and beanbags are ready, head outside and play! Make a game out of it – split up into teams and engage in some family-friendly competition!

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On an upcoming sunny weekend, dedicate a day to this family outing and craft. Start by planning an early trip to a local plant nursery, then get crafty together later that evening!

It’ll be chilly again before we know it, so let’s all make the most of the springtime weather! And this activity is ideal for encouraging some family bonding, teamwork and artistic expression.

Materials:

All the materials you need are below. Get creative, improvise and let us know what works for you!

• Flower pot
• Paint and paint brush
• Tomato plant
• Soil

Step 1 – Select Your Plant:

We took a short trip to our local plant nursery, accompanied by a few Mother Goose Club plush friends, and picked out a tomato plant.

We recommend doing the same – it’ll make for a fun, family springtime trip!

Step 2 – Get Crafty:

Start painting your pot! We painted colorful butterflies and flowers to capture the springtime feel. Make sure to do this part together – empower your little ones to lead the way and ask questions about the artwork and plant as you go along.

Step 3 – Finishing Touches:

Once your pot is all painted and dry, set your plant inside and add some scoops of soil. Then find a nice, sunny home for your new friend!

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We hope this activity inspires some valuable family-time for you and yours, while livening up your garden too! Share your thoughts and creations with us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter using #mothergooseclub!

This springtime family craft is inspired by one of our most popular rhymes, “The Planting Song”. Watch and sing along to the video, and then discuss the materials you’re recreating in the craft. Hone those fine motor skills, handwriting and color recognition when creating and labeling the fruits and vegetables. And if you also want to top off your finished garden with a Mother Goose Club plush doll, you can browse our full collection here!

Materials:

All the materials you need are below. Most everything can be found around the house or at your local store. Get creative, improvise and let us know what works for you!

• Construction paper (fruit and vegetable colors)
• Shoe box top
• Swim noodles
• Craft sticks
• Colored pencils
• Glue
• Scissors

Step 1 – Cut:

Start cutting your construction paper into your garden’s fruits and vegetables. We’re making carrots, lettuce, tomatoes, beets and pumpkins, but feel free to make your own favorites!

Step 2 – Label:

Cut out small rectangles for each of your garden’s items, then label and glue them onto your craft sticks.

Step 3 – Plant!

Place your swim noodles into your empty shoe box top. Then start setting up your fruits, vegetables and labels in between.

You’re garden is all set – time to celebrate with “The Planting Song“!

Working on the farm all day long,
Everybody sing the planting song.
Working on the farm all day long,
Everybody sing the planting song.

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We hope you enjoyed this craft! Let us know what other rhyme-themed crafts you want to see! Share your thoughts and creations with us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter using #mothergooseclub. We love getting crafty and celebrating with Mother Goose Club families around the world!

After a long winter, the sights and smells of an approaching spring can be so inspiring and rejuvenating. As gardens come back to life with blossoming flowers and diverse wildlife, there’s so much opportunity to explore and learn with the kids. Gather up some simple household supplies and try recreating a garden your family explores this spring!

And while you’re crafting and exploring, sing along to Mother Goose Club spring songs!

Materials:

All the materials you need are below. Most everything can be found around the house or at your local store. Get creative, improvise and let us know what works for you!

• Construction paper
• Paint
• Markers
• Plastic forks
• Plastic straws
• Glue
• Scissors

Step 1 – Paint:

Start crafting your flowers by dipping the ends of your plastic forks into your paint (use different colors for a more vibrant garden), and then press the painted forks onto the middle of your construction paper.

Step 2 – Cut:

Cut out green leaves for your flowers, and some butterfly wings to set the spring scene.

Step 3 – Glue:

Glue down your straws (flower stems), leaves and butterflies. Grab your markers or other supplies of your choosing to add in the finishing touches.

Then let it all dry!

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What are your family’s plans for this spring? Did you try out this craft? Share your thoughts and creations with us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter using #mothergooseclub. We love getting crafty and celebrating with Mother Goose Club families around the world!