Our Favorite Food Songs For Kids!

 

Food-themed songs are a fantastic way to get kids excited about mealtime or just have some fun. Here’s a list of our favorite food songs for kids that are catchy, educational, and sure to make any food-themed activity more enjoyable:

### 1. **"The Pizza Song"**

   - **Artist:** Kidsongs

   - **Lyrics Highlight:** “I love pizza, I love pizza, I love pizza, yes I do!” 

   - **Why It’s Great:** This song is fun and repetitive, making it easy for kids to sing along and enjoy their pizza time.

### 2. **"Apples and Bananas"**

   - **Artist:** Traditional/Various Artists

   - **Lyrics Highlight:** “I like to eat, eat, eat apples and bananas…” 

   - **Why It’s Great:** This classic song helps kids learn about different vowels and fruits in a playful way.

### 3. **"Five Little Apples"**

   - **Artist:** The Learning Station

   - **Lyrics Highlight:** “Five little apples, hanging in a tree. Teasing Mr. Fox, you can’t catch me!”

   - **Why It’s Great:** It’s a fun, counting song that helps with number recognition and rhyming while focusing on apples.

### 4. **"The Banana Song"**

   - **Artist:** The Banana Splits

   - **Lyrics Highlight:** “Oh, we got a brand new song for you… Everybody sing, sing along, sing the banana song!” 

   - **Why It’s Great:** It’s energetic and encourages kids to dance along while learning about bananas.

### 5. **"I’m a Little Teapot"**

   - **Artist:** Traditional/Various Artists

   - **Lyrics Highlight:** “I’m a little teapot, short and stout. Here is my handle, here is my spout…” 

   - **Why It’s Great:** Though not exclusively about food, this song is often associated with tea time and helps with motor skills and coordination.

### 6. **"Do You Know the Muffin Man?"**

   - **Artist:** Traditional/Various Artists

   - **Lyrics Highlight:** “Do you know the muffin man, the muffin man, the muffin man?” 

   - **Why It’s Great:** A classic nursery rhyme that’s easy for kids to remember and sing about muffins.

### 7. **"Veggie Tales Theme Song"**

   - **Artist:** VeggieTales

   - **Lyrics Highlight:** “If you like to talk to tomatoes, if a squash can make you smile…” 

   - **Why It’s Great:** This catchy theme song from the popular VeggieTales show is great for introducing kids to different vegetables.

### 8. **"Peanut Butter and Jelly"**

   - **Artist:** The Wiggles

   - **Lyrics Highlight:** “Peanut butter, jelly, and a great big hug!” 

   - **Why It’s Great:** This fun and upbeat song is perfect for kids who love this classic sandwich.

### 9. **"Healthy Food Song"**

   - **Artist:** Kidsongs

   - **Lyrics Highlight:** “Eat your fruits and veggies, they're good for you…” 

   - **Why It’s Great:** This song encourages healthy eating habits in a fun and engaging way.

### 10. **"Banana Banana Meatball"**

   - **Artist:** Parry Gripp

   - **Lyrics Highlight:** “Banana, banana, meatball!” 

   - **Why It’s Great:** This silly and catchy song will have kids laughing and singing along with its humorous lyrics.

### Bonus: **"The Cookie Song"**

   - **Artist:** The Learning Station

   - **Lyrics Highlight:** “I’m making cookies, baking them with love…” 

   - **Why It’s Great:** This song celebrates cookies and baking, making it perfect for kitchen fun.

These songs can turn mealtime, snack time, or any part of the day into a fun, musical experience. Enjoy singing along with your kids!