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young girl listening to music

Sing a Song of Science

It's an ever-growing issue in classrooms of all grade levels and socioeconomic backgrounds; as MP3 players become smaller and more accessible for all, many educators find themselves fighting for attention against music. Not only are there the ubiquitous earbuds snaking their way through t-shirts ...

Ethnic Drum

Feel the Beat of the Drums

When people hear music, they often begin to tap their feet or beat out a rhythm on an available surface with their palms or fingers. People improvise and make their own type of drums using whatever is available. Drums and drumming are an essential part of our world culture. You can explore the be...

Silhouette of man playing trumpet

Jazzing Up the Classroom

The first time I brought music into one of my lessons was with 8th graders after reading My Dog Skip by Willie Morris. I had created a computer lab assignment where many project options were offered. One included researching the music from the WWII era (the timeframe covered in Morris' ...

Teacher playing guitar with students

Music in Our Schools Month

During the past two years, I've thoroughly enjoyed writing educational articles for Lesson Planet. However, this article will hold an extra-special meaning for me because it is about honoring music in our schools. I was lucky enough to grow up in an era when music was considered to be an essentia...

Harlem Renaissance Lesson Plans

The Harlem Renaissance Movement and its Music

After World War I, the landscape of America changed in many ways. There was a focus on leisure activities, music, and art. A population of artists whose voices hadn't been heard before came to the forefront. Writers, such as Langston Hughes, and singers, such as Lena Horne got widesprea...

Poetic Devices in Songs

Poetic Devices in Songs

Lyrics in music can create imagery in the listener's mind, stir emotions, and at times, lend an epiphany. If you get the idea that you can feel, taste, and smell the images that are being described, chances are, you have been exposed to poetic devices. Poetic devices can, and shoul...

Skeletal System With Music Lesson Plans

Skeletal System Song and Lesson Plans

Sometimes you find great information in unlikely places, such as the television show "Hannah Montana." This would not be the first place I'd look for songs about science-related curriculum, but Miley Cyrus and her dad have one that can help students learn the names of the bones in ...

Christmas Music lesson plans

Christmas Music Lesson Plans

The Christmas season is a joyful time of the year when singing, eating, and relaxing with friends and family becomes our priority.  We gather together to have fun, and to share in the festive spirit.  Singing is one of the most powerful ways of expressing our joy and excitement.  C...

Thanksgiving Music Lesson

Thanksgiving Music Lesson Plans

Usually when we think about Thanksgiving we visualize a bountiful feast, family, pumpkins, and eclectic fall colors found in nature. One thing that is often missing is Thanksgiving music.  Students might sing Halloween songs, and winter holiday songs, leaving a blatant gap during the mo...

1960's protest songs

1960's Protest Songs

Political protest through music did not start or stop in the 1960's.  However, this was a very significant time with one of the most complex generation gaps.  Rock and Roll was intrinsic to the political and social movement.  This generation was swept off its feet by Bob Dylan...

Phonics Lessons with Music

Phonics Lesson Plans Brought to Life With Music

Music in the classroom has been an important tradition through the years.  It may take a little time to find the music that connects with your lesson or you may need to provide reasons why music is valuable for learning curriculum.  Perhaps you feel a little guilty for ha...

Halloween Music Lessons

Halloween Music Lesson Plans

It's time for some Halloween fun. Get out the pumpkins, cut and paste the crafts, and sing silly songs with a spooky theme.  But keep it light, not too scary for the little ones.  Here's a fun activity that will have students giggling in no time. Take any simple rhyming song, ...

Music Games and Theory

Music Theory Fun and Games

The term "music theory" can be a little intimidating for some students. In truth, when I signed up for music theory in college, I had a sinking feeling the class would be extremely dry and boring. Well, it actually was, and most of my peers found the curriculum confusing and challenging. Now that...

Twilight

"Twilight" Music Provides Link Between Past And Present

For those of you who have heard of the phenomenon that is "Twilight", and the sequel "New Moon", you've already taken the first step into being in "the know". The series provides an instant bridge for the generation gap. Most pre-teens to teens have read, "Twilight" by Stephan...

Rhythm Lesson Plans

Rhythm Lessons Show The Link Between Music And Math

Most teachers know that music and math are related, but how do we introduce this concept to young students.  It doesn't need to be a dry topic. You can make it an interesting experience, like the thrill you feel riding down the road, with the top of your car down, and the tunes bla...

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