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Which subject	Music
What topic	Whole Note, Half Note, Quarter Note and Rests
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 7
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Music - Whole Note, Half Note, Quarter Note, and Rests

Topic

Whole Note, Half Note, Quarter Note, and Rests

Objectives

• Understand and identify whole notes, half notes, quarter notes, and rests in musical notation.
• Demonstrate the correct duration and value of each note and rest through vocalization and clapping.
• Apply knowledge of note values to create a simple rhythm composition.

Grade/Age Group

Year/Grade 7

Subject

Music

Duration

30 minutes

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the Ontario Music Curriculum expectations for Grade 7, focusing on rhythm and notation.

Materials

• Whiteboard and markers
• Musical notation handouts
• Clapping metronome (or app)
• Rhythm composition worksheets
• Pencils

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Note Values	5 min	Introduce whole notes, half notes, quarter notes, and rests with definitions and visual examples on the board.
2	Listening Activity	5 min	Play a piece of music and ask students to clap along to the rhythm. Identify the notes being played.
3	Clap and Vocalize	10 min	Clap each note value in sequence, assigning a specific clap or sound for each note type and practicing with the metronome.
4	Group Activity: Rhythm Creation	8 min	In small groups, students create a simple rhythm using whole notes, half notes, quarter notes, and rests on their worksheets.
5	Review and Recap	2 min	Quick review of note values and what was learned, highlighting key takeaways.
6	Homework Assignment	0 min	Distribute homework worksheets for students to practice notating rhythms; collect homework without class presentations.

Assessment

• Informal assessment during group activities through observation of participation and understanding.
• Review completed homework for understanding and proper notation.

Homework

• Students will complete a worksheet that requires them to notate a simple melody using whole notes, half notes, quarter notes, and rests.

This lesson plan will provide students with a comprehensive understanding of note values in music, while also allowing them to apply their learning creatively in groups. The use of collaborative and individual activities supports diverse learning styles and ensures engagement in the material.

Lesson script