Tick-Tock Tina

Tina the teddy bear may love drawing cupcakes and daydreaming, but when she keeps saying “five more minutes,” she misses out on all the fun! In Tick-Tock Tina, kids learn the value of routines, time awareness, and making the most of their day. With cheerful beats, Grandma Bear’s wisdom, and a sparkle-filled Timely Chart, this upbeat song helps children build healthy habits around getting ready, staying on track, and finishing tasks with a proud smile. 🎶 Sing along with Tina the teddy bear and learn to follow the clock with joy!

Tick-Tock Tina – A Teddy Bear Song for Kids About Time Management, Routines, and Getting Things Done

Time Management + Executive Functioning + Routines

10 Tips for Parents to Support Time Skills Like Tina:

  1. Use a Visual Schedule: Create a picture-based routine chart with your child that mirrors Tina’s daily plan.
  2. Set Timers with Fun Sounds: Let kids use kitchen timers or app alarms with friendly sounds for brushing, packing, and play.
  3. Sing the Chorus as a Cue: Use “Tick-Tock Tina” lyrics to signal transitions like getting ready for school or bedtime.
  4. Celebrate “On-Time Wins”: Give a sticker or star when your child finishes something before the next activity starts.
  5. Build a Timely Chart: Just like Tina, create a sticker chart for each completed task in the morning or evening routine.
  6. Narrate Time-Friendly Language: Say things like, “It’s 7 o’clock—Tina brushes at 7! Let’s do it too!”
  7. Use Story Characters as Role Models: Talk about how Tina felt when she missed out vs. when she was ready.
  8. Offer Transition Warnings: “In five minutes, it’s time to clean up—just like Tina getting ready to dance!”
  9. Make Clocks Accessible: Let your child decorate or help set their own kid-friendly analog or digital clock.
  10. Reinforce Sleep & Wake Routines: Highlight how Tina plays all day and sleeps on time—routine leads to energy and joy.