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Playing While Marching

Marching and Moving

Day 127of 180
Week 26of 36
15Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Carry and play a rhythm instrument while walking in a steady beat

2

Follow simple marching instructions

3

Demonstrate joy and cooperation during group music activity

📖 Scripture Connection

Psalm 150:3-5

“Praise him with the sound of the trumpet. Praise him with the psaltery and harp! Praise him with tambourine and dancing! Praise him with stringed instruments and pipe!”

— Psalm 150:3-5 (WEB)

Demonstrates using musical instruments to praise God with joy and movement

📦 Materials Needed

  • Small rhythm instruments (tambourine, bell, shaker)
  • Open floor space
  • Optional: marching flags from BibleMouse Resource Guide
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (3 min)

Recall yesterday's marching lesson and introduce today's instrument play

💭 Review Question: Can you show me how we marched yesterday?
2Teaching (5 min)

Introduce carrying and playing instruments while marching

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • Hold instrument gently
  • Keep steady beat while walking
  • Listen to the music
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • What instrument would you like to play?
  • Can you make a soft sound with your instrument?
3Activity: BibleMouse Marching Band (6 min)
parade activity

Children march and play instruments in a simple parade formation

📝 Instructions:
  1. Choose an instrument
  2. Listen to the music
  3. Walk in a steady beat
  4. Play your instrument while marching
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: March in place while holding instrument

Challenge: Create a simple rhythm pattern while marching

4Closing (3 min)

Celebrate musical exploration and put away instruments

📝 Review Questions:
  • What instrument did you play?
  • How did it feel to march and play?

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll learn about the 'Saints Go Marching' song!

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

Young children are developing coordination and rhythm skills

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Use gentle guidance with instrument handling
  • Praise effort over perfect performance
  • Make activity feel like a fun game
🤔 Common Struggles:

Staying in a steady beat and holding instrument correctly

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Enjoyment, attempt to follow beat, gentle instrument handling

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Create a simple parade route around the home
  • Use BibleMouse Printables Library for instrument coloring pages

Ready for Tomorrow?

Great job completing today's lesson!

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