Morning Meeting Song for the Classroom
Starting the school day on a positive note can set the tone for a great day of learning, engagement, and fun. A morning meeting song is a perfect way to welcome children, build a sense of community, and get their bodies moving. This catchy song combines movement and positive affirmations, making it a perfect addition to any morning routine. Download the FREE PDF that includes a link to the catchy tune MP3, QR code for the video and the lyrics to this fun welcome song.
WHAT IS MORNING MEETING?
A morning meeting is a daily gathering where young children come together to greet one another, build social skills, and set expectations for the day ahead. It is a great choice for creating a welcoming classroom environment and can be an interactive way to start the school day. Teachers and students engage in circle time songs, share a morning message, and participate in engaging activities on any of the days of the week.
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WHAT IS THE MORNING MEETING SONG?
This good morning song is a fun way to get children moving, learning, and feeling confident as they start the new day. It features cross crawls, which are a powerful way to engage both sides of the brain, develop bilateral coordination, and elevate the heart rate. The lyrics also include positive affirmations, helping children start their day with confidence and joy. Add a little sunshine to any morning meeting activity!
Lyrics: The Morning Meeting Song
Good morning, friends! Let’s start with some moves,
Get ready to march and find your groove.
Touch your right hand to your left knee,
Now switch it up—what fun this can be!
Keep it going, right to left, and left to right,
We’re crossing and moving, feeling just right!
I am strong, I am smart, I am kind, I am brave,
I can grow, I can learn, and great choices I’ll make!
Every day is a chance to shine and do my best,
Together we can rise and feel happiness!
Let’s keep on marching as we sing this song,
Cross your hands to knees—just follow along!
Moving and learning, we’re ready to go,
Our minds and our bodies are starting to grow.
I am strong, I am smart, I am kind, I am brave,
I can grow, I can learn, and great choices I’ll make!
Every day is a chance to shine and do my best,
Together we can rise and feel happiness!
Now slow it down, take a deep breath in,
Let it out slow—feel calm from within.
Roll your shoulders, shake out the rest,
Now sit up tall, feeling focused and fresh.
Great job, friends! Now let’s take a breath,
In through your nose, and out with no stress.
We’re ready to learn, together we’ll play,
Let’s make this a wonderful day!
WHY CHOOSE THIS MORNING MEETING SONG?
This song is a great way to start the morning with energy and focus. It includes cross crawls, an amazing movement activity that helps activate both sides of the brain, improve coordination, and get the body ready for learning. By combining movement with positive affirmations, children develop confidence, self-awareness, and an optimistic mindset as they begin their school day. BONUS – the lyrics are on the screen which helps students with their literacy skills!
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MAKE THE MORNING MEETING SONG SCREEN FREE
If you would rather not use a video, you can make the morning meeting song a screen-free experience. Download the PDF with the lyrics and use the MP3 file instead. This way, children can listen and follow along without looking at a screen. You can print the lyrics and instructions at the end of this post for easy reference.
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Looking for more ways to bring music and movement into your classroom? Check out these fun activities:
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Starting the day with movement, music, and positive energy is a great idea for creating a welcoming classroom and helping children feel engaged. Try this morning meeting song in your classroom and see how it transforms the beginning of the day into a fun and interactive experience!
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