Music and Dance Day / Karaoke Sing-Along
Karaoke Sing-Along
Children take turns singing their favourite songs into a microphone, solo or with friends, while the audience cheers them on.
How to run it
- Set up a speaker, microphone and a list of approved songs.
- Let children sign up to sing alone or in groups.
- Run the session with a host introducing each act.
- Encourage applause for every performer.
You will need
- speaker
- microphone
- approved song list
- lyric sheets or screen
Make it easier or harderAllow group singing for younger children; older children can host or run the playlist.
SafetyCheck lyrics are appropriate and wipe the microphone between singers.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 3, Outcome 5Children build confidence and express themselves through song.
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