Fifth graders learn about this history of jazz music. In this musical influences lesson, 5th graders read God Bless the Childand listen to a recording of it. Students create a KWL chart on jazz and early 1900s music and dance. Students watch videos on Hampton Institute Glee Club, Jack Johnson's Jazz Band and Josephine Baker Visits Volendam. Students research an aspect of jazz music and then choose between four culminating projects.