Bring rhythm, movement, and storytelling to life with The Rainy Day Parade — a playful, engaging body percussion story designed specifically for early years learners aged 3–5.

Perfect for kindy and preschool classrooms, this interactive resource supports Phase One, Aspect Three of your synthetic phonics program, focusing on developing auditory memory and sequencing skills.

As the animals march through the rainy forest, children are invited to clap, stomp, pat, and rub along with the story, following a series of easy-to-learn body percussion actions.

With clear rhythmic cues and built-in repetition, this five-minute story is ideal for whole-group literacy warm-ups, music and movement sessions, or phonics play.

What’s included:

• 1 x Body Percussion Story: The Rainy Day Parade
• Rhythm action prompts integrated throughout
• Educator’s prompt sheet with extension ideas
• Links to Phase One, Aspect 3: Auditory Memory & Sequencing

Why teachers love it:

✔️ Aligned with synthetic phonics Phase One, Aspect Three

✔️ Supports listening skills, sequencing, and rhythm

✔️ No prep required – just read and move!

✔️ Encourages active participation and gross motor development

✔️ A fun, low-pressure way to build early phonological awareness

This story is perfect for early childhood educators looking to make phonics playful. Whether you're running a music session, literacy block, or simply looking to spark joy on a rainy day, The Rainy Day Parade will have your little learners marching, clapping, and giggling along.