A Whale's Lullaby - Bundle Collection

Inside A Whale’s Lullaby Resource & Activity Pack:

 

LITERACY

• Practice the Letters A–Z: Children trace and practise uppercase and lowercase letters using whale-themed worksheets.

• Trace the Days of the Week and Copy: Children learn the days of the week in order while practising tracing and handwriting.

• Writing Practice — Words: Children practise reading and writing key words from A Whale’s Lullaby.

• Message in a Bottle: Children imagine they are shipwrecked and write a message to place inside a bottle.

• Writing Names: Children practise writing their own name and the names of family and friends.

• Story Writing — Poem or Lullaby: Children write their own sea-themed story, poem or lullaby.

• Finish the Sentence: Children complete sentence starters about the ocean, beaches and sea life.

• Interesting Words: Children explore new vocabulary through reading, writing, tracing, spelling and discussion.

• Whale Word Search: Children find hidden whale and ocean words to build spelling and word-recognition skills.

• Reading and Comprehension: Children read three themed passages and answer questions about whales, lullabies and lighthouses.

 

NUMERACY

• Numbers 10–20: Children practise recognising, tracing, writing and counting numbers from 10 to 20.

• Let’s Count: Children count groups of ocean-themed pictures and complete simple equations.

• Magical Maths: Children solve addition and subtraction problems using sea-themed pictures.

• Counting and Calculating: Children complete number sequences, identify missing numbers and practise calculator skills.

• Bubble Addition and Subtraction: Children solve simple maths problems presented inside colourful number bubbles.

• Colour the Boxes: Children solve multiplication problems and colour grids to show each answer visually.

• Addition Puzzle: Children match addition answers to numbered puzzle pieces to reveal a hidden picture.

• Maths — Rounding: Children practise rounding numbers to the nearest five and ten.

• Whale Maze: Children navigate a whale-themed maze while developing problem-solving skills.

 

WHALES AND WATER — SCIENCE

• A Whale’s Lullaby Flashcards: Children learn about different whale species, ocean animals, lighthouses and sea-related facts.

• Comparing Whale Sizes: Children compare the sizes of different whales and explore measurement, scale and proportion.

• Sink or Float: Children predict, test and record which everyday objects sink or float in water.

 

WHEN YOUR BODY SLEEPS — SCIENCE AND WELLBEING

• When Your Body Sleeps: Children learn what happens to the brain and body while they are asleep.

• The Benefits of Sleep: Children explore why sleep is important for health, learning, mood and energy.

• Decoding a Secret Message: Children use a code to uncover a hidden message about sleep.

• Sleep Around the World: Children discover how bedtime routines and sleeping traditions differ around the world.

• Why Sleep is Super: Children read about the importance of sleep and answer comprehension questions.

• Getting Ready for Bed: Children cut out and arrange bedtime activities in the order that suits their own routine.

 

TE REO MĀORI AND CULTURE

• Te Reo Māori Sounds: Children learn Māori vowel sounds and common letter combinations.

• Te Reo Phrases: Children practise useful everyday Māori phrases and their meanings.

• Māori Flashcards: Children learn Māori words for colours, numbers and familiar everyday objects.

• New Zealand Favourite Foods: Children explore foods commonly enjoyed in Aotearoa New Zealand.

• New Zealand Word Search: Children find words connected with New Zealand sports and outdoor activities.

• I Love the Ocean: Children match te reo Māori words with whales and other ocean animals.

• Things That Help Me Sleep: Children identify habits, routines and choices that support healthy sleep.

 

ARTS AND CRAFTS

• Colour Recognition: Children match and sort ocean-themed items by colour.

• Whale Colouring Pages: Children creatively colour a collection of whale and ocean illustrations.

• Symmetry Drawing: Children complete the missing half of symmetrical whale-themed pictures.

• Whale Bubble Painting Craft: Children use bubble-painting techniques to create a whale-inspired artwork.

• Pop-Up Box Theatre: Children build a pop-up theatre and use it to retell A Whale’s Lullaby.

• Whale Posters: Children can print and display decorative whale posters for learning spaces or bedrooms.

 

ANSWERS

• Answer Pages: A complete answer section helps parents and educators check children’s work.

 

HOMEWORK AND PROJECTS

• Brain Boost Weekly — 10 Homework Sheets: A full-term set of Years 1–3 homework sheets combining literacy, numeracy and wellbeing.

• Whale and Sleep Projects: Children choose from poster, booklet, report, artwork and presentation ideas based on whales, oceans or sleep.

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Inside A Whale's Lullaby Music & Movement Pack (Digital)

 

SING THE SONG

1. Lyrics and Music Download: Sing along with the original track or use the instrumental version for group or solo singing.

2. Karaoke and Music Video: Watch and sing along with the A Whale’s Lullaby karaoke video.

3. Lullaby Vocabulary Match: Build understanding of key lullaby and ocean-related words from the song.

4. Ocean Echo Singing: Echo melodic phrases using fun vocal styles and imaginative movements.

5. Fill in the Lyrics: Fill in the missing words to help learn and remember the song.

6. Lyric Crossword: Complete a crossword puzzle using words from the song lyrics.

7. Act It Out: Play a charades-style game where children act out lines from the song.

8. Drift to Sleep Sound Map: Use listening skills to place the song lyrics in the correct order.

 

PLAY THE SONG

9. Bells and Boomwhacker Video: Children play along with A Whale’s Lullaby using colour-coded notes on bells or boomwhackers.

10. Chord Charts: View the chords for A Whale’s Lullaby on guitar, ukulele, and piano.

11. Play the Song on Piano and Guitar: Learn how to play A Whale’s Lullaby on the piano or guitar.

12. Lullaby Notes: Follow the chorus of the song using simple musical notation.

13. Harmony Lesson: Children learn what harmony is and how different vocal parts work together.

14. Introduction to Melody and Harmony: Children learn the difference between melody and harmony and practise singing both parts.

15. A Whale’s Lullaby Harmonisation: Divide into groups and sing the different harmonies in A Whale’s Lullaby.

16. Ocean Soundscape Circle: Work together to create an imaginative soundscape inspired by the ocean.

17. Ocean Instruments: Create an ocean-inspired musical instrument using recycled materials.

 

MOVE TO THE SONG

18. Exercise Video: Follow simple exercise movements set to A Whale’s Lullaby.

19. Music Movement Patterns: Create rhythm patterns using the key, then clap, tap, or play them aloud.

20. Parachute Ocean Waves: Work together to create ocean-wave movements using a parachute.

21. Ocean Drop: A movement and listening game that encourages children to respond carefully to musical cues.

 

MUSIC WORKSHEETS

22. Musical Spelling: Create a silly sentence to help remember the notes on the lines of the treble clef.

23. Rhythm Challenge: Read and clap rhythm patterns to develop timing and coordination.

24. Music Maths: Add the beat values of musical notes to solve each maths equation.

25. Colour-Coded Notes: Match musical notes on the staff with the correct colours using a colour key.

26. Music Appreciation Worksheet: Listen to the song and reflect on its instruments, musical style, and message.

 

ANSWERS

27. Answer Pages: Use the answer section to check and support children’s learning.

Set sail on a magical journey with this beautifully illustrated tale of adventure and serenity. Featuring whimsical watercolor art and a soothing lullaby, this enchanting story follows two playful whales on a wondrous voyage beneath the moon’s glow, lulling young readers to sleep.