Hole-y Body

A playful, embodied setting inspired by Asher Yatsar, the blessing traditionally recited after using the bathroom. Asher Yatsar acknowledges the body as wise, interconnected, and worthy of gratitude, naming the openings and pathways that let us live.

The lyrics walk through body parts: ears hear, mouth makes sound, hands clap, nose smells, eyes see, shoulders shrug, elbows bend, fingers wave, neck stretches, hips sway, tummy tickles, legs stretch, toes wiggle. The chorus returns to "I thank God for making you and me." A perfect tune during potty-training seasons, framing the process as Jewish practice and gratitude.

What's included:

Lead sheet PDF with melody line, chord symbols, and lyrics. Original composition by Dr. Emily Aronoff, copyright 2024. Suitable for guitar, ukulele, or piano accompaniment.

Best fit:

Songleaders, music specialists, cantorial soloists, and music-reading grown ups working with kiddos roughly ages 0-5. Lands at Tot Shabbat, baby and toddler music classes, parent-and-me programming, and home routines. Works as an infant massage cue with caregivers gently touching each body part as it is named. Doubles as a sunscreen, lotion, or diaper-time companion: singing while naming body parts directs attention toward connection and cooperation.

Delivery: Instant PDF download. Print-friendly.

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