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Which subject	Music
What topic	Using boomwhackets
What length (min)	30
What age group	Doesn't matter
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Using Boomwhackers

Subject

Music

Topic

Using Boomwhackers

Grade/Age Group

All Grades (Suitable for Primary and Intermediate Students)

Class Size

20 Students

Length of Lesson

30 Minutes

Objectives

• Understand the concept of sound and rhythm using Boomwhackers.
• Develop teamwork and collaboration skills through group activity.
• Enhance listening skills by following musical cues.
• Create a simple melody using Boomwhackers.

Materials

• Boomwhackers (20 sets)
• Whiteboard and markers
• Metronome or percussion instrument for keeping time
• Printed music sheets with simple melodies
• Space for movement

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the New Zealand Music Curriculum by focusing on the elements of music, encouraging student participation, and fostering creativity and expression through music.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction	5 mins	Introduce Boomwhackers and demonstrate how to use them. Discuss sound and rhythm basics.
2	Warm-Up Exercise	5 mins	Conduct a simple clapping exercise to establish rhythm. Transition into using Boomwhackers for the same rhythm.
3	Group Activity Setup	5 mins	Divide students into groups of 4-5. Hand out Boomwhackers and assign each group a different color and part of a song.
4	Practice Time	10 mins	Allow students time to practice their assigned parts of a melody. Circulate to provide guidance and support.
5	Play Together	5 mins	Groups come together to play their parts in harmony. Encourage teamwork and listening skills.
6	Wrap Up and Reflection	5 mins	Discuss what students learned about rhythm and teamwork. Check homework silently by collecting music sheets.

Homework

• Students are assigned to create a short melody using Boomwhackers at home. They should write this down in their music journals and be ready to share it in pairs during the next lesson without requiring a full class presentation.

Notes

• Make sure all students can easily access their Boomwhackers.
• Foster an inclusive environment where all students feel comfortable participating, regardless of their musical experience.
• Encourage creativity; students can modify or create their own rhythms during practice time.

Lesson script