Sing a Song
Five Little Babies
One little baby
(hold 1 finger up)
Rocking in a tree.
(arms rocking motion)
Two little babies
(hold 2 fingers up)
Splashing in the sea.
(splashing motion with hands)
Three little babies
(hold up 3 fingers)
Crawling on the floor.
(fingers of one hand walking on other hand)
Four little babies
(hold up 4 fingers)
Banging on the door.
(knocking motion)
Five little babies
(hold up 5 fingers)
Playing hide and seek.
(cover eyes)
Keep your eyes closed tight, now, Until I say … PEEK!
(move hands from face)
Watch
Sesame Street: B is for Babies
Try This
Count how many brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles, cousins, and pets you have in your family. How many of them are babies?
Read a Book
Here are some book recommendations for today. Check out the picture book collection at your local library, where there are lots of books to choose from! Find nearby libraries.
- Dear Baby: a love letter to little ones by Paris Rosenthal; illustrated by Holly Hatam
- Littles: And How They Grow by Kelly DiPucchio; illustrated by AG Ford
- Welcome: A Mo Willems Guide for New Arrivals by Mo Willems
Explore More
See the November Activity Calendar for many more fun, educational activities you and your child can do anytime!