Grade 3 Extra January Lesson
StartBeat, TempoThemes(s):
Romantic, 1800s, Animal Songs, Composers, Eras in Music
Extra Details:
Rhythm
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Introduction
In this lesson, you will:
- Clap or Play Rhythms to the “Turkish March”
- Learn about Beethoven
- Watch a segment of “Beethoven Lives Upstairs”
- Discuss the movie
- Review “Donkeys Love Carrots”
- Play the “Donkeys Love Carrots” game
- Review “Double, Double”
- Play the clap game with “Double, Double”
- Request and Review January Songs and Activities
Extensions:
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.
Objectives
- I can sing and move to music.
- I can sing a round.
Teaching Procedures
Clap or Play Rhythms to the “Turkish March”
Copy LinkLearn about Beethoven
Copy LinkWatch a segment of “Beethoven Lives Upstairs”
Copy LinkFinish the movie if you are able.
Discuss the movie
Copy LinkReview “Donkeys Love Carrots”
Copy Link"Donkeys Love Carrots” is a four-part round. When the students have learned the melody well in unison, try it in two parts, starting the second group when the first has sung one line. When they are singing two parts well, try the round in three and then in four parts.
Play the “Donkeys Love Carrots” game
Copy LinkLearn the movements for "Donkeys Love Carrots" and try it as a round.
Review “Double, Double”
Copy LinkThis song is an opportunity for students to practice using different tempos. This is a hand-clap chant. Show the students the actions and encourage them to play the game with a partner. When they have practiced, try it faster! When they get really good, try it at the presto tempo as shown below.
Play the clap game with “Double, Double”
Copy LinkRequest and Review January Songs and Activities
Copy LinkAsk the children to tell you their favorite songs, games or activities that they've done during the month. List the songs/games/activities on the board, then have the student vote for their favorites. Conduct the votes with their eyes closed. As you work through the list of games/songs/activities, review the concepts that were taught in the activity. I'm often surprised at the activities that are the children's favorites!