Introduction to Rhythm Patterns
Years 1-4 Music Lesson 45 minutes of musical fun! Movement, clapping, and creating rhythms
WALT - We Are Learning To
Understand quarter notes and eighth notes Explore rhythm through movement and clapping Create our own simple rhythm patterns Use body percussion to make music
Rhythm Walk Warm-Up
Years 1-4 Music Lesson 45 minutes of musical fun! Movement, clapping, and creating rhythms
Meet the Note Family
Years 1-4 Music Lesson 45 minutes of musical fun! Movement, clapping, and creating rhythms
Quarter vs Eighth Notes
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Create Your Own Rhythm!
Work with a partner Create a 4-beat pattern Use claps, stamps, or pats Mix quarter and eighth notes Share with the class!
Rhythm Worksheet Time
Color the quarter notes blue Color the eighth notes red Clap each line of rhythms Create your own rhythm in the empty box
Reflection & Cool-Down
What rhythms did we enjoy most? What was tricky about creating rhythms? How does rhythm make music special? Let's end with our favorite rhythm pattern together!
Fruit Note Family
🍐 Pear = Quarter note (1 beat) 🍎 Apple = Eighth note (half beat) 🍌 Banana = Triplet (three in one beat) 🍇 Grapes = Half note (2 beats) 🟣 Plum = Whole note (4 beats)
Whole Note = Plum
Years 1-4 Music Lesson 45 minutes of musical fun! Movement, clapping, and creating rhythms