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Favorite Instrument Song

Singing My Favorites

Day 170of 180
Week 34of 36
15Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Recognize and play simple rhythm instruments

2

Sing and accompany a favorite song with instruments

3

Practice listening and following musical instructions

📖 Scripture Connection

Psalm 95:1

“Oh come, let's sing to Yahweh. Let's shout aloud to the rock of our salvation!”

— Psalm 95:1 (WEB)

Celebrates using music to praise God and express joy

📦 Materials Needed

  • Small rhythm instruments (tambourine, shaker, bells)
  • BibleMouse Song Collection audio track
  • Soft mat or carpet area
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (3 min)

Recall yesterday's action song and introduce today's instrument exploration

💭 Review Question: What fun movements did we do in our song yesterday?
2Teaching (5 min)

Introduce simple rhythm instruments and how we can use them to praise God

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • God loves when we make joyful music
  • Instruments help us celebrate
  • We can play softly or loudly
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • What instrument do you like best?
  • How can we use music to make God smile?
3Activity: Praise and Play (6 min)
instrumental performance

Children select an instrument and play along with a familiar worship song

📝 Instructions:
  1. Choose your favorite instrument
  2. Listen to the music
  3. Play when you hear the chorus
  4. Smile and have fun!
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Parent helps child keep rhythm

Challenge: Try different rhythms with the music

4Closing (3 min)

Review instrument names and praise God together

📝 Review Questions:
  • What instrument did you play?
  • How did playing music make you feel?

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll learn about sharing music with others

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

PK3 children are developing fine motor skills and musical awareness

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Use gentle guidance with instruments
  • Praise effort over perfect performance
  • Make it fun and stress-free
🤔 Common Struggles:

Staying focused and gentle with instruments

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Enjoyment and basic rhythm following

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Create a simple homemade shaker using rice in a sealed container
  • Draw pictures of favorite instruments in BibleMouse Printables Library

Ready for Tomorrow?

Great job completing today's lesson!

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