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LEARNING VIDEOS

The Tale of the Whale

These videos support you in teaching the songs, actions and creative activities from The Tale of the Whale. They are designed to be used flexibly — whether you are preparing lessons, introducing the music to your class, or learning alongside the children.

You can watch the complete set as a continuous YouTube playlist, which is ideal for playing straight through in the classroom or sharing with pupils:

Below, the videos are organised individually so you can quickly find a specific song, warm-up or activity when you need it.

Warming Up

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The Tale of the Whale

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Song Sheet
Piano Chords

Jellyfish Dance

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The Seagull's Song

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Dolphin Waltz

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Treasure

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Junk & Rubbish

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Sardines

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I'm Flying with You

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The Whale's Tummy Rumbled

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The Soup of the Ocean

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The Tale of the Whale (Reprise)

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From Trash to Treasure

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Goodbye!

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Meet the Team

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