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Be Still and Know

Quiet Music, Loud Music

Day 138of 180
Week 28of 36
15Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Learn to sing softly and understand musical volume control

2

Memorize simple song based on Psalm 46:10

3

Practice being calm and quiet before God

📖 Scripture Connection

Psalm 46:10

“'Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations. I will be exalted in the earth.'”

— Psalm 46:10 (WEB)

Demonstrates importance of quiet reflection and worship

📦 Materials Needed

  • Soft blanket or cushion
  • BibleMouse Resource Guide: Grade PK4 Music
  • Triangle or finger cymbal (optional)
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (3 min)

Recall yesterday's loud music lesson and transition to today's quiet theme

💭 Review Question: What loud sounds did we make yesterday?
2Teaching (5 min)

Introduce concept of being still and quiet before God

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • Sometimes God speaks in a quiet whisper
  • Being still helps us listen to God
  • Quiet music can help us feel peaceful
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • When do you feel calm and peaceful?
  • How can we show God we love Him quietly?
3Activity: Be Still Song (6 min)
singing

Learn simple song with hand motions about being still

📝 Instructions:
  1. Sit on soft blanket
  2. Sing softly: 'Be still and know, God is here'
  3. Make gentle hand motions
  4. Repeat song with decreasing volume
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Just do hand motions, speak words softly

Challenge: Add triangle or finger cymbal accompaniment

4Closing (3 min)

Review quiet music concept and psalm verse

📝 Review Questions:
  • What does 'be still' mean?
  • How can we show God we love Him quietly?

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll explore peaceful instruments in our music time

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

Psalm 46:10 teaches children about peaceful worship and listening to God

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Model quiet, calm behavior
  • Use soft voice when explaining
  • Praise child's attempts at being still
🤔 Common Struggles:

Young children often find sitting still challenging

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Moments of genuine quiet and attentiveness

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Create quiet time prayer journal in BibleMouse Printables Library
  • Practice being still for 30 seconds each day

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