In this composing your chorus learning exercise, students complete the 5 tasks explained on this learning exercise to create their own catchy, repetitive melody.

For this composing task worksheet, students read 2 pages of information regarding basic composition, backing rhythms, composing the melodies by ear and from the chord, and composing the chorus. Steps and tips for composing are listed in...

For this gospel music worksheet, students read a brief introduction to gospel music and respond to 10 short answer questions regarding it.

In this Caribbean music activity, 8th graders read about the background of and musical instruments used in Compas music which is the popular music of Haiti. They answer 4 questions based on the reading. They complete an extension...

In this English Language children's rhymes worksheet, student enhance their vocabulary and speaking skills by practicing the rhyme 'The Mulberry Bush.'

In this English Language children's rhymes worksheet, student enhance their vocabulary and speaking skills by practicing the rhyme 'Head, Shoulder, Knees, and Toes.'

Learners discover the concept of philanthropy. In this service learning lesson, students define the word philanthropist through song.

Students explore their feelings when someone smiles at them. In this smiles lesson, students practice listening skills while discussing what makes them smile with a partner.

Students use their knowledge of philanthropy and poetic conventions to write original poetry about philanthropic giving. In this philanthropy lesson, students write poetry based on philanthropy using poetic conventions. Students...

Students investigate factions in society. In this factions lesson, students learn the definition of factions before breaking into groups. They listen to a read aloud of The Butter Battle Book and describe what happens to the community in...

Students research songs from the past to learn about historical events. In this music history lesson plan, students conduct a survey on the Star-Spangled Banner, research the song and history on various websites, and research songs in...

Students identify lightning words from The Adventures of Tom Sawyer to complete definition and synonym activities. In this word study lesson, students discuss lighting words and read a Mark Twain quote. Students then read specific...

Pupils explore music that exemplified the Civil Rights Movement. In this music and history lesson, students research 1960's protest songs, Motown recorded music, and rap of the 1990's to consider the power of music and its reflection on...

High schoolers examine the changing American landscape. In this cause and effect instructional activity, students listen to rock music that exemplifies urban growth in America and the interconnectedness of America today. High schoolers...

Young scholars explore a literal and figurative wall. In this communication activity, students examine and discuss barriers in communication as they analyze Pink Floyd's "The Wall" and Robert Frost's "Mending Wall".

Students examine how pop art compliments music. In this arts lesson plan, students explore the elements of pop art and replicate those elements in their own piece of art.