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Saints Go Marching

Marching and Moving

Day 128of 180
Week 26of 36
15Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Learn basic melody of 'When the Saints Go Marching In'

2

Practice marching in time with music

3

Develop joy in musical praise

📖 Scripture Connection

Psalm 149:3

“Let them praise his name in the dance! Let them sing praises to him with tambourine and harp!”

— Psalm 149:3 (WEB)

Celebrates joyful movement and musical praise

📦 Materials Needed

  • Small flags or scarves
  • Audio player
  • Open floor space
  • Optional: rhythm instruments
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (3 min)

Recall yesterday's marching lesson and get excited about today's music

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

Introduce 'When the Saints Go Marching In' melody with simple movements

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • Saints are people who love Jesus
  • We can celebrate God with music and movement
  • Marching shows joy and excitement
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • What makes you happy?
  • How can we show God we're happy?
3Activity: Saints Marching Parade (6 min)
song learning

Learn melody with simple marching movements

📝 Instructions:
  1. Stand in open space
  2. Listen to music
  3. March in place
  4. Wave flags or scarves
  5. Sing simple 'Oh when the saints' chorus
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: March without flags

Challenge: Add rhythm instrument accompaniment

4Closing (3 min)

Review marching and singing

📝 Review Questions:
  • What did we do today?
  • Can you show me how saints march?

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll sing the full chorus with more excitement!

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

Song celebrates believers' joy and anticipation of heaven

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Keep energy high and movements simple
  • Encourage participation, not perfection
  • Use BibleMouse Resource Guide for additional musical guidance
🤔 Common Struggles:

Staying focused and coordinating movement with music

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Child attempting to move and vocalize with enthusiasm

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Draw a picture of marching saints
  • Practice marching at home during free play

Ready for Tomorrow?

Great job completing today's lesson!

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