Middle School Lesson 8
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Rhythm
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Introduction
In this lesson you will
- Play Rhythm Racer (half notes)
- Learn the double dutch challenge
- Do the double dutch challenge with “Monster Mash”
- Learn the cup game with “Monster Mash”
- Teach “Oh My Darling”
- Play “Oh My Darling” on Guitars or Ukuleles
- Read the note names for “Oh My Darling”
- Review dynamics terms and symbols
- Read “In a dark, dark wood”
- Write out the dynamics that you like for this poem
- Listen to a spooky story
- Write your own spooky story
- When your story is written, read it with sound effects
- Play the Dynamics Pop Quiz
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 move and play with music.
- I can explain dynamics terms and symbols.
- I can create a story with sound effects.
Teaching Procedures
Play Rhythm Racer (half notes)
Copy LinkLearn the double dutch challenge
Copy LinkDo the double dutch challenge with "Monster Mash"
Copy LinkLearn the cup game with "Monster Mash"
Copy LinkTeach "Oh My Darling"
Copy LinkLearn the song "Oh My Darling Frankenstein". This is a camp song adaptation of a traditional folk song, "Clementine". This is included as a fun song for use in the Halloween season. This is also an introduction to the idea of piggyback songs (new words to old melodies).
Play "Oh My Darling" on Guitars or Ukuleles
Copy LinkThis song uses just 2 chords, so can be played on ukulele or guitar.
Alternate keys are given, so you can choose C7-F on ukulele or D7-G on guitar.
Read the note names for "Oh My Darling"
Copy Link"Oh My Darling" is in the key of F Major. If your students are able, have them read the note names and complete the activity.