This simple fun song with its wonderful associated movements emphasizes continuity and consistency. The child learns that he can expect consistency and predictability in his life, both in his world and in the feelings and beliefs inside him. The child, for whom the world and his reactions to it are consistent, is the child who feels calm and safe. The child, for whom the world and his reaction to it are unpredictable, is the child who is anxious and hyper-vigilant. This song allows the child to experience consistency as the lyrics recycle.

The Sun Will Rise and Set (2:48)
(Echo each line)

The sun rises.
The sun sets.
The sun rises.
The sun sets.

Can you count on the sun?
You bet!
The sun will rise and set, you bet!

The rain clouds float. The rain falls. (x2)
Can you count on the rain?
Sure y'all!
The rain will float and fall, y'all!
The sun will rise and set, you bet!

The seasons come. The seasons go. (x2)
Can you count on the seasons?
Everybody knows!
The seasons come and go, you know!
The rain will float and fall, y'all!
The sun will rise and set, you bet!

Feel the feeling. Let it pass. (x2)
Can I count on my feelings?
First to last!
Feel the feeling, let the feeling pass, first to last!
The seasons come and go, you know!
The rain will float and fall, y'all!
The sun will rise and set, you bet!