ClassX Video Lessons Grade Kindergarten On Top of Old Smokey with Spaghetti – Cooperation Song for Kids
Hey there! Today, we’re going to talk about a fun song. It’s all about a big, beautiful mountain called Old Smoky. Can you imagine a mountain with lots of rocks, trees, and snow? That’s what this song is about!
At first, someone thought the song was about spaghetti, but it’s not! It’s really about the mountain. So, let’s get ready to sing about Old Smoky, the snowy mountain.
The song goes like this: “On top of Old Smoky, all covered with snow.” It’s a little bit sad because someone lost their sweetheart. But don’t worry, it’s just a song, and we can have fun singing it together!
Now, here’s a fun idea! We can sing the song together and make it even more exciting. Let’s pretend we’re on top of the snowy mountain, singing and having a great time!
On top of Old Smoky, all covered with snow,
I lost my true sweetheart, when somebody sneezed,
Achoo! She jumped off the table and ran out the door,
But we have more, and now we’ll get more!
Isn’t it fun to sing and imagine being on a snowy mountain? Remember, songs can tell stories and make us smile. Keep singing and having fun!
Mountain Art Project: Gather some art supplies like paper, crayons, and cotton balls. Ask the children to draw their own version of Old Smoky. Encourage them to use cotton balls to represent the snow on top of the mountain. As they create their artwork, discuss what they think it would be like to be on top of a snowy mountain. What animals might live there? What would they wear to stay warm?
Nature Walk and Observation: Take the children on a short walk outside, if possible, to observe the natural environment. Ask them to look for things that remind them of a mountain, like rocks, trees, or hills. Encourage them to collect small items like leaves or pebbles to create a mini “mountain” back in the classroom. Discuss how these items are similar to or different from what they imagine Old Smoky to be like.
Story Time and Imagination: After singing the song, ask the children to close their eyes and imagine they are on top of Old Smoky. What do they see, hear, and feel? Encourage them to share their thoughts. You can guide them with questions like: “What kind of animals do you see?” or “How does the snow feel under your feet?” This activity helps them use their imagination and connect with the song’s setting.
Here’s a sanitized version of the transcript:
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**Rock ‘N Learn**
Here’s a beautiful song from long ago.
On top of Old Smoky …
All covered with…
Whoa! Wait a minute… THIS song is about a mountain…
Ahhhhh! A mountain!
No, no… a REAL mountain, you know, with rocks and trees and snow.
Oh, I see. So, no spaghetti?
Not in this song.
So sorry.
I’ll let you sing now.
Thank you…
On top of Old Smoky
All covered with snow
I lost my poor…
Nope! No meatballs here.
Oh, that’s so sad.
Look, why don’t you just let me sing the song?
No problem.
I’ll just sit over here and listen.
Really?
Sure thing.
I’ll be as quiet as can be.
Let’s see… from the top…
On top of Old Smoky
All covered with snow
I lost my true sweetheart
For courting too slow
She rolled off the table
And onto the floor…
What?! What does that even mean?
Well, you see, that’s what happened.
Once again, there are NO meatballs in this song.
Oh, that’s right. Now I remember.
So very sorry.
Listen, I have an idea.
Maybe we can sing together and make this work.
I’m ready to rock!
On top of Old Smoky
All covered with…
I lost my true sweetheart
When somebody sneezed
Achoo!
She jumped off the table
And ran out the door
But we have more,
And now we’ll get more!
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This version removes any specific references that may be considered inappropriate while maintaining the playful essence of the original transcript.
