Sing a Song
X marks the spot
X marks the spot
With a dot, dot, dot
And a dash, dash, dash
And a big question mark.
Tickle (child's name) up,
Tickle (child's name) down,
Tickle (child's name) all around!
Crack an egg!
Crack another egg!
With a hug,
And a squeeze,
And a tap on your knees
Watch
Sesame Street: African Alphabet with Kermit
Try This
X is for X-marks-the-spot
Help your child find Africa on a map. Then find your own country, state, and city on a map. Draw a map of your neighborhood. Make it exciting by turning it into a treasure map. It's fun to get outside and look for neighborhood treasures together!
Read a Book
Here are two book recommendations for today. Check out the picture book collection at your local library, where there are lots of books to choose from! Find nearby libraries
- A is for Musk Ox by Erin Cabatingan; illustrated by Matthew Myers
- Today I Feel...: an Alphabet of Feelings by Madalena Moniz
Explore More
See the September Activity Calendar for many more fun, educational activities you and your child can do anytime!
- Water Bottle Xylophone (virtual and craft activity)
- African Rain Stick (craft activity)
