Introduction:
Ask the kids “In your family, who is taller: grandma or grandpa?” (Of course, not everybody has a grandpa or grandma. Use your discretion)
I like to say “In my family, my grandma is taller and my grandpa is shorter. My grandpa likes to wear cowboy boots to make himself look taller.” This is a true. If needed, I can also say “When my other grandpa was still alive, he was taller than my grandma.”
Then say “In this song, the grandma has small glasses and a small hat. The grandpa has a big hat and big glasses. Show the movements while you do this to show how the movements represent objects in the song.
Activity:
Have the students follow the hand moves while you sing the song. The students can join when ready. They will likely latch on to the “Just Like That!” first. Encourage this!
Moves:
| Lyrics | Movement |
|---|---|
| These are grandma’s glasses | Make SMALL circles from your fingers and place them in front of your eyes |
| This is grandma’s hat | place both hands on top of your head. Representing a small hat. |
| This is the way she folds her hands and places them on her lap | gently put both hands in your lap |
| These are grandpa’s glasses | Make LARGE circles with fingers and place them in front of your eyes |
| and this is grandpa’s hat | Put arms straight up, representing a top hat |
| This is the way he folds his arms JUST LIKE THAT | Cross your arms over your chest and bounce on each word |
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