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Which subject	Music
What topic	music
What length (min)	30
What age group	Reception / Kindergarten
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan

Topic

Music

Objectives

• Introduce students to basic musical concepts such as rhythm and melody.
• Encourage creativity and self-expression through music.
• Familiarize students with different instruments and their sounds.
• Foster listening skills through interactive activities.

Materials

• Rhythm instruments (shakers, tambourines, maracas)
• A selection of recorded music from various genres
• Large paper and crayons for drawing musical ideas
• Projector or screen for visual aids (if available)
• Whiteboard and markers

Grade/Age Group

Reception / Kindergarten

Subject

Music

Class Size

20 Students

Duration

30 Minutes

National Curriculum Correlation

This lesson aligns with the Australian National Curriculum Music Standard by fostering students' ability to create, perform, and respond to music, while supporting their engagement in artistic practices.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (minutes)	Details
1	Introduction to Music	5	Briefly discuss what music is, using simple language. Ask students what their favorite songs are.
2	Instrument Exploration	10	Introduce the rhythm instruments. Let students handle and play each instrument while discussing the sounds they make.
3	Listening Activity	5	Play various short clips of music. Encourage students to listen and share what they feel or think about the music.
4	Rhythm Games	5	Lead a simple clapping exercise to demonstrate rhythm. Encourage students to create their own rhythm using their bodies.
5	Creative Expression	5	Give each student paper and crayons to draw a representation of music or sounds they like.
6	Conclusion and Reflection	5	Gather students in a circle. Ask them to share one thing they enjoyed or learned about music today.

Homework

• Students will take home a sheet where they can draw their favorite musical instrument or write down a song they enjoy. The teacher will check these sheets during the next class without any presentations from students.

Assessment

• Observe student participation in activities and their ability to express their thoughts about music both verbally and through drawings.

Notes

• Adjust activities based on students’ engagement and understanding.
• Ensure a warm and inviting atmosphere to support all students in feeling comfortable to express themselves.

Lesson script