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Many of us have busy lives. We may feel hurried and guilty because we cannot figure out how to relax long enough to enjoy more time with our children. We may feel the need to urge our children to eat faster, dress faster and move more quickly through each day's activities. Because of our hurried lifestyles or the pressure of parenting, it may seem easier to do things for our children instead of letting our children do things for themselves. Setting a slow, steady pace often saves time in the end and eliminates frustration along the way. Learning takes time and practice. Allowing children to develop at their own individual pace supports them as unique learners.

The first verse of this song recounts the race between the tortoise and the hare. Children are prone to approach tasks with a high level of activity and excitement. Then they tire or bore quickly and they give up on the task. This song helps them to remember that often it's the slow and steady pace that is most effective. The third verse is a playful construction of the titles to many of David's songs.

Lyrics:

There was a race between the turtle and the rabbit
The turtle had his groove but the rabbit didn't have it
The rabbit ran fast then he stopped and looked around
When the turtle passed him up he was sleeping on the ground
The turtle took the track that finally won the race
He set his own pace, and it was a

Chorus
Slow groove - coming through
Slow groove - in all I do
It's my power move, and it's a
Slow groove
Strong and steady is the way I live
I've got all day long initiative
I tackle the task, I take my time
I use my tools, I make it mine
Call me "Steady Betty", or "Steady Eddie"
Or "Fit to Find my Freedom Freddy"
No matter what it takes, no matter how long
Here's what makes my song, it's a

Repeat Chorus