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Abraham's Growing Family

Echo Songs and Patterns

Day 34of 180
Week 7of 36
15Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Recall all body motions for 'Father Abraham' song

2

Practice coordinated movements following song rhythm

3

Develop listening and imitation skills

📖 Scripture Connection

Genesis 15:5

“He brought him outside, and said, 'Look up now at the sky, and count the stars, if you are able to count them.' He said to Abram, 'So shall your offspring be.'”

— Genesis 15:5 (WEB)

Highlights God's promise of Abraham's growing family, connecting to the song's theme

📦 Materials Needed

  • BibleMouse Song Collection audio track
  • Open floor space
  • Optional: Hand drums
  • BibleMouse Resource Guide: Grade PK4 Music
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (3 min)

Greet children with 'Father Abraham' warm-up movements

💭 Review Question: Can you remember how many body parts we moved yesterday?
2Teaching (5 min)

Review full 'Father Abraham' song movements

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • Remember how Abraham's family grew big like the stars?
  • Each verse adds a new movement
  • Let's practice moving together!
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • What movements do you remember?
  • Can you show me how Abraham might have danced?
3Activity: Abraham's Family Dance (6 min)
movement

Full song practice with all body motions

📝 Instructions:
  1. Stand in open space
  2. Sing along with BibleMouse Song Collection track
  3. Do motions: right arm, left arm, right leg, left leg, turn around
  4. Sit down when song ends
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Do fewer motions, focus on main movements

Challenge: Add extra motions or lead the song

4Closing (3 min)

Gentle review of song and movements

📝 Review Questions:
  • What was your favorite part of the song?
  • Can you show me one movement?

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll add drums to our Abraham song!

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

Song teaches children about Abraham's faith and God's promise

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Encourage enthusiastic participation
  • Modify movements for child's ability
  • Praise effort over perfect execution
🤔 Common Struggles:

Coordinating multiple body movements simultaneously

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Increasing confidence and joy in movement

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Draw a picture of Abraham's big family
  • Count stars outside to remember God's promise
  • Use BibleMouse Printables Library for Abraham coloring pages

Ready for Tomorrow?

Great job completing today's lesson!

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