(Although really, this game could be adapted to a variety of ages and definitely a variety of seasons.) It's a twist off the old "Love Somebody" folk song. Set up your group in a seated circle on your right, with room for the whole group to eventually move to your left. Hand the children a small stuffed heart, or foam cut out. Instruct them to pass the heart while you sing "Love Somebody." On the last line ("...and it may be you!"), whoever is holding the heart on the word "you" comes up and strums the guitar while the group passes the heart and you finger the chords and sing the song again. After this round is finished, another child will get to come up and strum the guitar. At this point, start a new circle on your left. The first child gets to select a small percussion instrument or scarf, and sits down and plays their instrument or moves their scarf. As each new round is played, the children will move from the passing circle, t...
School-Based Music Therapy Ideas