In this lesson, you will:

1. Learn about Cinco de Mayo
2. Learn about “La Bamba”
3. Watch a performance of “La Bamba”
4. Learn about Ritchie Valens
5. Watch a biography of Ritchie Valens
6. Watch a dance to “La Bamba”
7. Read the translation for “La Bamba”
8. Teach “La Bamba”
9. Teach the bucket or Desk Drum patterns for “La Bamba”
10. Play bucket or desk with “La Bamba”
11. Read about “Los Machetes”
12. Read some fun facts about Mexico
13. Learn the dance steps for “Los Machetes”
14. Dance “Los Machetes”
15. Watch a performance of “Los Machetes” on AGT
16. Watch another performance of “Los Machetes”

Extensions:

• Laugh Ha Ha
• Sippin’ Milkshakes
• Take Time in Life (Orff)
• Mother’s Day
• Spring Unit
• Grade 5 & Middle School Dances

May the 4th is “Star Wars Day”
There is a module in Learning Modules – General for classes with 1:1 devices to work in Chrome Music Lab creating the Star Wars themes.  If you have devices you could opt for this lesson instead of lesson 32.

Musicplay is a menu. The teacher is not expected to teach every song or activity. Choose the songs and activities from the list that will best fit your schedule and the needs of your students.

• I can sing and move to music.
• I can read and perform rhythms.
• I can perform a traditional dance.