Sing karaoke
Turn screen time into a mini concert! Grab a mic (or a hairbrush) and sing along to favourite tunes for a fun, interactive music session.
A simple way to turn screen time into an interactive experience - karaoke is a fun way to build confidence, practice reading, and enjoy music together. Not to mention, it's a perfect reunion for you and your inner child!
Whether you all love singing along to your favourite songs, putting on a performance, or just giggling through silly lyrics, karaoke makes screen time more active and engaging.
Bonus: It’s a great way to sneak in some movement and social fun, whether as a family or with...
Materials
Prep
Set up your device and gather any of the above optional props you might want to add in.
Play
Step 1:
Search for some relevant songs together on your app of choice. Hint: YouTube have a lot of free options - just search "karaoke song name" or "singalong"
Step 2:
Start the music and sing along, following the lyrics on the screen.
Step 3:
Encourage expressive movements - dancing, clapping, or using hand gestures.
Step 4:
Take turns being the "audience" or "performer" if playing with others.
Step 5:
Celebrate your performance with cheers, high-fives, or even pretend ‘judges’ giving fun feedback.
Extend
Karaoke Battle: Take turns singing and let a “judge” (you, a sibling, or a stuffed toy) pick fun categories like "most dramatic performance" or "best dance moves."
Character Impressions: Sing songs while pretending to be different characters, like animals, superheroes, or even family members - mix up the fun!
Virtual Karaoke Party: Call a friend or relative and have a mini karaoke session together over FaceTime or Zoom.
