Abiyoyo Book Ideas

Abiyoyo is a famous children's book. Pete Seeger is the author of this book.

Book Background
You can read the background of this book.

Geography
Learn where South Africa is located on a map or globe South Africa. Talk about South Africa.

Music
Learn about the ukulele. Show photos of a ukulele. Talk about it.

Learn the Abiyoyo song

You can listen to Pete Seeger sing the lullaby.
Play it as many times as you like to your students (or children).

To read more about where the Abiyoyo song comes from, go to: What do you want to know about Abiyoyo?. This link includes two recordings of South African musicians playing different African instruments. The instruments that are played by these men are the uhadi and umrhubhe, and the Kalumbu.

Literature
Read or listen to the Abiyoyo story being read.
Pete Seeger Reads 'Abiyoyo' on Reading Rainbow

Physical Activity
As you listen to the story, Abiyoyo, dance like Abiyoyo. Stand in place and stomp your feet.

Crafts
Draw your very own Abiyoyo, the giant.
Make Abiyoyo into your own giant character!

Ukulele Music Craft
This is on our blog.

Lesson Ideas
Abiyoyo Lessons with Printables
Book Extension Ideas: Abiyoyo | Scholastic