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The Energy Song – Free Printable and Video

The Energy Song is a fun and engaging way to help children learn how their bodies move and recognize how different speeds feel. This printable and video combo encourages kids to move fast, slow, and at a just right pace while checking in with their bodies. It’s a valuable tool for promoting body awareness and learning how internal signals can guide movement and energy.

You can watch the video and download the free printable at the bottom of the post.

PURPOSE OF THE ENERGY SONG

The Energy Song gives children a structured way to practice moving at different speeds while being mindful of how their bodies feel during each activity. This helps children become more aware of internal cues such as tension, calmness, or readiness, which supports brain-body connection and the ability to respond to what the brain needs to learn and participate.

Through repetition and clear directions, the song teaches children to notice when they are moving too fast, too slow, or just right. It builds awareness of how their energy feels and how to adjust movement to match what is needed in the moment.

Use the free printable to pre-teach the movements and review the directions. You can also read the lyrics instead of moving to the song. Freeze, stop and pause and instruct the students to be quiet and mindful how their bodies feel.

WHEN TO USE THE ENERGY SONG

The printable includes a QR code that links directly to the video so children can listen to the tune and follow along with the movements. You can use this resource:

  • As part of a daily movement or mindfulness routine
  • During transitions to help reset and prepare for the next activity
  • Before or after lessons to support readiness for learning
  • Anytime children need a purposeful movement break

This activity is ideal for teaching explicit movement concepts and helping children reflect on how they are feeling physically.

WATCH THE VIDEO

SKILLS THAT KIDS ARE PRACTICING WITH THIS ACTIVITY

This song supports development of the following skills:

These skills support participation across home, classroom, and therapy environments.

MORE HELPFUL RESOURCES

Here are additional activities and tools to support body awareness and movement:

DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE PRINTABLE ENERGY SONG HERE

Download the Energy Song printable, which includes the lyrics and a QR code to the video. Use it during therapy sessions, classroom routines, or at home to support children in learning about their movement and energy in a meaningful way.