Playing instruments, such as sandblocks or zig zag blocks with a back and forth alternating movement, like the movements of "Wishy Washy Weeeee!" gives the child an opportunity to develop eye-hand coordination. The eye leads the hand movements, so that the internal knowledge becomes the basis for the movement. This connection of movement with sight is essential in writing, drawing, playing an instrument, learning a sport or dancing.
Wouldn't it be fun to do the hand-rubbing action of "Wishy Washy Wee" in the bathtub (and splash a little on "weeeee"!)? You could do it even when you see water elsewhere with your child by making the sign for water and then singing "Wishy Washy Wee". You can try singing it fast or slow, quiet or loud, high and low, or even echoing each other.
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