“I’m a Little Teapot”

Here are some new verses to add to a familiar tune. Work with your students to create their own new lyrics, and add gestures to illustrate them when they sing.

1.    I’m a little bandaid, flat and thin.

I cover boo-boos from toe to chin.

If you get a cut or scrape or scratch,

Slap me on. I’m a first-aid patch!

2.    I’m a big umbrella opened wide.

I keep you save and I keep you dry.

When it comes a rainstorm or the sun,

Spread me out and have some fun!

3.    I’m a little twinkle on a star.

I carry moonbeams in a jar.

Dreams and hopes and wishes, take your pick.

I will grant them quick, quick, quick!

4.    I’m a little sticker on your chest.

I show that you’ve done your best.

When you show your teacher you’ve worked hard.

You will earn a great reward!

5.    I’m a furry kitten in a tree.

Will you come to rescue me?

Send the trucks and firemen from the town.

When they’re here, I’ll just climb down!

6.    I’m a simple song that you can sing.

Open your mouth and let it ring!

Sing it in the morning, noon, and night.

Sing it to your heart’s delight!