Slow, Soothing Songs to Sing With Children

My husband used to sing “American Pie” to the kids. He says he picked it because a) the melody is soothing, but more importantly, b) it’s insanely long so you usually don’t have to repeat it a zillion times like you might for shorter songs.

“Hush-a-Bye” by Peter, Paul and Mary

“Christmas Don’t Be Late” by Alvin and the Chipmunks.

“The Baby Tree” by Jefferson Starship: