Hello

Language focus: "Hello. " "How are you?" "I m good/great/wonderful!" "I m tired/hungry/not so good. " Classroom benefits: Hello! is a great song to start the day with, or start a class with. This song was created to encourage kids to express varying... More

Language focus: "Hello. " "How are you?" "I m good/great/wonderful!" "I m tired/hungry/not so good. " Classroom benefits: Hello! is a great song to start the day with, or start a class with. This song was created to encourage kids to express varying degrees of feelings, rather than just saying “fine” or robotically replying (as is the case with many ESL/EFL learners), “I’m fine thank you and you?” But most of all, it’s a feel-good song designed to get kids moving and interacting. Try singing the song in a circle, or in two lines facing one another. With the banjo, the song has a little bit of a square dance feel to it, so kick up those knees and do-si-do your partner! Lyrics and actions: Hello! [Wave your right hand. ] Hello! [Wave your left hand. ] Hello, how are you? [Wave your right hand, then gesture towards someone else, placing your arms in front of you in an “And you?” kind of gesture. ] I’m good! (I’m GOOD!) [Thumbs up!] I’m great! (I’m GREAT!) [Thrust your hand in the air!] Less