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Old and New Friends

Singing in Rounds

Day 89of 180
Week 18of 36
20Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Learn to sing 'Make New Friends' as a round

2

Practice maintaining a musical part while others sing differently

3

Understand the joy of friendship with Jesus and others

📖 Scripture Connection

Proverbs 18:24

“A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.”

— Proverbs 18:24 (WEB)

Explores the value of true friendship, connecting to the song's theme of cherishing both old and new friends

📦 Materials Needed

  • BibleMouse Song Collection audio track
  • Small bell or chime (optional)
  • Printed lyrics from BibleMouse Printables Library
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (3 min)

Recall yesterday's lesson about listening while singing different parts

💭 Review Question: What did we learn about staying on our own part while singing?
2Teaching (7 min)

Introduce 'Make New Friends' round, explaining how different voices create a beautiful sound

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • Just like we have many friends, Jesus is our forever friend
  • Singing together is like how God's family works together
  • Listening to others while singing is important
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • Who is your best friend?
  • How can we be a good friend like Jesus?
3Activity: Friendship Round (8 min)
song learning

Learn and practice 'Make New Friends' as a round, with parent or siblings

📝 Instructions:
  1. Listen to the BibleMouse Song Collection track
  2. Start singing first part when instructed
  3. Wait for second voice to begin
  4. Try to keep your part steady
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Sing with parent, following along closely

Challenge: Try leading the round for younger siblings

4Closing (3 min)

Review the song and friendship lesson

📝 Review Questions:
  • What made our singing special today?
  • How can we be a good friend?

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll explore how different parts create harmony in music and in God's family

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

Rounds teach musical independence and listening skills

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Be patient and encouraging
  • Use hand motions to help child stay on track
  • Praise effort over perfect performance
🤔 Common Struggles:

Staying on their own part while hearing other voices

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Child maintaining their part with growing confidence

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Draw a picture of friends singing together
  • Practice the round with stuffed animals or family members

Ready for Tomorrow?

Great job completing today's lesson!

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