My Paddle

This song sounds lovely when it's paired with a partner song, as Denise Bacon does, or sung in a round.  It's also great for presenting the syncopated eighth-quarter-eighth (or "syncopa") rhythm.
Source: Bacon, Denise.  46 Two-Part American Songs

Black Snake

Students of all ages enjoy playing this as a "cut the cake" game, and the leaders like to decide what kind and color of biting animal they would like to be.  A good song for preparing and presenting the eighth-quarter-eighth rhythm (or "syncopa").  Source: Trinka, Jill.  The Little Black Bull p.2

Alabama Gal

This is a fun, though challenging double-line dance to do with older students.  It's also great for preparing and presenting the eighth-quarter-eighth (or "syncopa") rhythm.
Sources:  Seeger, Pete. American Play Parties, Folkway Records #87604. 1959
McDowell, LL. Handy Play Party Book, copyright 1938.