Days of the Week Song

[10 Minutes]

Help your child become aware of the days of the week with this special song.

What to do:

1. Teach your child the following song (Tune: "Here We Go 'Round the Mulberry Bush"):

   Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday,
   Thursday, Friday, Sat-ur-day.
   We sing about the days of the week
   As we go on our way.

2. Look at a calendar together and point to the days of the week as you sing them.

Let's Talk: Ideas to Explore Together.

• How many days are in a week? (Count them together.)
• What is your favorite day of the week? Why?

Useful information:

While you are having fun together, this activity helps your child develop language skills and pre-reading skills.