From the recording Songs for Kids on the Autism Spectrum
The Drum Song
Music and lyrics by Angie Kopshy
Performed by Angie Kopshy, Catherine Harris and features special guests: Rosalee and Dean Johnson
We recommend sitting in a circle and passing unique drums around so that everyone has one. Keeping them upside down until the song starts may help with impulse control. Group members quickly learn that they will have the chance to play every drum before the song is over. This song encourages listening, turn taking, impulse control and creativity. We typically allow kiddos to play the drum however they want but also model playing softly, loudly, slowly and quickly. This song provides the facilitator the opportunity to notice any tactile sensitivities and assess both fine and gross motor
movement.