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What topic	Note value
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Lesson Plan: Understanding Note Values

Subject: Music

Grade Level: 2
Duration: 30 minutes
Topic: Note Value

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Objective

Students will be able to identify and understand different note values (whole notes, half notes, quarter notes) and their corresponding beats.

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Materials Needed

• Whiteboard and markers
• Music worksheets
• Clocks or timers (for rhythm exercises)
• Flashcards with different note values
• Musical instruments (optional: tambourines, maracas)

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Introduction (5 minutes)

Begin the lesson by asking students, "What do you think makes music sound interesting?" Lead a brief discussion about rhythm and how different sounds come together.

Key Points:

• Introduce the concept of “note values” as the way we measure the duration of sounds in music.
• Explain that understanding note values is essential for playing instruments and reading music.

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Direct Instruction (10 minutes)

Whole Notes

• Draw a whole note (𝅝) on the whiteboard.
• Explain it lasts for 4 beats.

Half Notes

• Draw a half note (𝅗𝅥) on the whiteboard.
• Explain it lasts for 2 beats.

Quarter Notes

• Draw a quarter note (𝅘𝅥) on the whiteboard.
• Explain it lasts for 1 beat.

Summary of Note Values

Note	Symbol	Beats
Whole Note	𝅝	4
Half Note	𝅗𝅥	2
Quarter Note	𝅘𝅥	1

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Guided Practice (5 minutes)

Have students participate in clapping exercises to internalize the beat values. For instance:

1. Clap four times for a whole note (counting to 4).
2. Clap twice for two half notes (counting to 2 for each).
3. Clap one time for four quarter notes (counting to 1 for each clap).

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Independent Practice (5 minutes)

Distribute worksheets containing exercises where students will:

1. Match note symbols to their corresponding names.
2. Fill in the missing beats for a short rhythm exercise.

Example Worksheet Activity

1. Write the correct name for the following note:

   • (Provide a space for a whole note image)
   • Answer: Whole Note

2. How many beats does a quarter note get?

   • Answer: 1 Beat

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Closing (5 minutes)

Review the key points about note values. Ask students how note values will help them in music. Encourage them to think of songs they like and how different notes are used to create rhythm.

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Homework (5 minutes)

Assignment: Note Value Scavenger Hunt

1. Listen to a song of your choice.
2. Write down any whole notes, half notes, or quarter notes you hear (or make a tally for each).
3. Draw a picture of one of the note values and label it.

Correct Answers

There is no "correct answer," as this is subjective. Students are expected to recognize various note values in music and represent their findings creatively.

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Assessment

• Participation during the clapping exercise.
• Completed worksheet and homework submission.

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Additional Notes

Encourage parents to help their children listen to music and identify note values at home, reinforcing the day’s lesson in a fun and engaging way!