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Adding Special Touches

Preparing Our Concert

Day 174of 180
Week 35of 36
15Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Learn how to add simple movements to concert songs

2

Practice dynamic changes (loud and soft singing)

3

Build confidence for upcoming concert performance

📖 Scripture Connection

Psalm 100:1

“Make a joyful noise to Yahweh, all you lands!”

— Psalm 100:1 (WEB)

Encourages enthusiastic and joyful music-making during concert preparation

📦 Materials Needed

  • BibleMouse concert program
  • Simple instruments (tambourines, rhythm sticks)
  • Audio tracks
  • Open floor space
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (3 min)

Remind children about the upcoming concert and how exciting it will be

💭 Review Question: What songs have we been practicing this week?
2Teaching (5 min)

Demonstrate how to add special movements to songs

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • We can make our music more fun with movements
  • Sometimes we sing loud, sometimes soft
  • Instruments can help make our music special
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • What movements might go with our songs?
  • How can we show we're happy while singing?
3Activity: Movement and Dynamics Practice (6 min)
singing

Practice concert songs with added movements and dynamic changes

📝 Instructions:
  1. Listen to the song
  2. Add gentle hand movements
  3. Practice singing loud and soft
  4. Try adding simple instrument parts
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Focus on just one movement per song

Challenge: Create unique movements for different song sections

4Closing (3 min)

Celebrate the progress made in concert preparation

📝 Review Questions:
  • What new things did we learn today?
  • How can we make our music special?

Coming up: Tomorrow is our dress rehearsal - we'll practice the entire concert!

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

Concert preparation builds musical skills and confidence

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Be enthusiastic and praise all efforts
  • Keep movements simple and fun
  • Don't worry about perfection
🤔 Common Struggles:

Children may feel shy about movements or singing loud

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Enjoyment and willingness to participate

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Practice movements at home during free play
  • Use BibleMouse Resource Guide for additional movement ideas
  • Record a practice session to share with family

Ready for Tomorrow?

Great job completing today's lesson!

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