Sing, Sign, Play: A Unique Resource for Inclusive Learning

Welcome to Sing, Sign, Play, an exciting and inclusive resource created as part of a project by the National Youth Choir of Scotland. This innovative collection of songs, rhymes, and games is designed to make singing, BSL signing, and playing accessible to everyone.

 

Why Sing, Sign, Play?

Participation in these activities goes beyond fun—it supports children’s development in meaningful ways:

• Social skills: Encourages teamwork and cooperation
• Cognitive development: Improves memory, discipline, and concentration
• Physical coordination: Reinforces steady beat-keeping and rhythm
• Emotional well-being: Provides a sense of achievement and happiness

Research by experts like Nina Kraus (“Of Sound Mind”) has shown that keeping a steady beat supports literacy skills, while the work of Usha Goswami highlights how rhythm in songs and rhymes benefits children with dyslexia.

Through signing, children are introduced to British Sign Language (BSL), giving them the opportunity to practice and engage with a new mode of communication. Please note that regional variations in BSL signs may apply.

 

 

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Please note: This version of Sing, Sign, Play is not printable, but a printable version will be available soon. Please check back for updates.

 

About the Resource

The Sing, Sign, Play resource brings together music, British Sign Language (BSL), and fun, interactive games to create a rich, engaging experience for children. Developed with the help of schools across Scotland, each song in the collection is supported by:

• BSL instruction videos
• Audio tracks
• Game demonstration videos, many featuring children in action

The recordings are demonstrations, not performances, as they were created after just three short sessions with each school. The goal is to inspire and enable everyone to participate in these joyful activities.

 

How to Use This Resource

The resource includes everything you need to explore the games, songs, and rhymes:

• Step-by-step instructions
• Music and videos for guidance
• Creative game ideas, developed by Lucinda Geoghegan, Stephen Heselton, and Dr. Paul Whittaker OBE

Whether you’re an educator, parent, or community leader, this pack provides tools to foster learning, inclusion, and fun in any setting.

 

Access and Permissions

This resource is completely free of charge for anyone who wishes to use it. However, please respect copyright guidelines—no part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted without the permission of the copyright holders: Lucinda Geoghegan, Stephen Heselton, and Dr. Paul Whittaker OBE.

 

Explore the Sing, Sign, Play Videos

The Sing, Sign, Play videos accompany each song, rhyme, and game in the resource.

Teaching Videos School Demonstrations