L1 MS E

English

A first learning experience to introduce the song, Little Bird, through recitation and discussion.

TEACHER GUIDE: Introduction

LEARNING EXPERIENCE: Introduction

GATHERING EXPERIENCE: Introduction

The aim of this activity is for learners to commit to memory, the lyrics of the song, Little Bird, prior to learning the melody.



TEACHER GUIDE: Learn the Lyrics

LEARNING EXPERIENCE: Learn the Lyrics

LYRIC PAGE (for printing)

GATHERING EXPERIENCE: Learn the Lyrics 

Listen to and enjoy a performance of Little Bird to hear the melodic line married to the lyrics they have previously learned. Listening with focus and concentration will help to enable powers of musical observation.


TEACHER GUIDE: Listen and Enjoy (audio)

LEARNING EXPERIENCE 1: Listen and Enjoy (audio)

LEARNING EXPERIENCE 2: Musical Instruments Poster

GATHERING EXPERIENCE: Listen and Enjoy (audio)

Each learner will create an illustrated lyric page entry for their Music Journal - a record of repertoire learned throughout the year.

TEACHER GUIDE: Create a Music Journal Entry

LYRICS (for printing)

CREATE AND CONNECT: Create a Music Journal Entry

An introduction and game to begin learning the sounds of the major scale using body scale actions!

TEACHER GUIDE: Introduction to the Body Scale

LEARNING EXPERIENCE: Introduction to the Body Scale

CORE: Introduction to the Body Scale

The Little Bird: Listen and Enjoy video introduces learners to the performance soundtrack of Little Bird accompanied by visuals to offer activity guidance and learning touch-points. This activity will prepare the way for learning the melody.

TEACHER GUIDE: Listen and Enjoy (video)

LEARNING EXPERIENCE 1: Listen and Enjoy (video)

GATHERING EXPERIENCE: Listen and Enjoy (video)

The aim of this activity is for learners to begin to develop the aural and vocal skill required to be able to sing with accuracy the song, Little Bird. This song offers an opportunity for learners to experience simple, yet fundamental, musical elements from a sensory point of view. These elements will be presented more formally in later learning activities.

TEACHER GUIDE: Learn the Melody

LEARNING EXPERIENCE: Learn the Melody

GATHERING EXPERIENCE: Learn the Melody

This Musical Alphabet: Going Forwards Introduction learning experience is a simple and fun introduction to the Musical Alphabet that includes an easy, but important, practice game and follow-up worksheet!

TEACHER GUIDE: Musical Alphabet Going Forwards Introduction

LEARNING EXPERIENCE: Musical Alphabet Going Forwards Introduction

WORKSHEET: Musical Alphabet Going Forwards (for printing)

CORE: Musical Alphabet Going Forwards Introduction

This Musical Alphabet: Going Forwards Quiz learning experience is a fun way to assess learnings achieved thus far in relation to mastering the musical alphabet going forwards. The video is designed as a fast-paced activity, however, using the pause button on you computer will allow for a variable pacing.

TEACHER GUIDE: Musical Alphabet Going Forwards Quiz!

LEARNING EXPERIENCE: Musical Alphabet Going Forwards Quiz!

CORE: Alphabet Going Forwards Quiz!

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.emsona.com/student/courses/31237/watch/?enrollment_id=1932515&lesson_id=427497" style="background-color: rgb(106, 252, 194); color: black; padding: 15px 30px; text-align: center; text-decoration: none; display: inline-block; font-size: 18px; border-radius: 6px;">Get Started!</a>The Little Bird module begins with the Introduction, where learners experience their first encounter with the song through recitation and discussion about birdsong. This activity enhances listening and observational skills, allowing children to express personal experiences.Next, in Learn the Lyrics, students memorize the song's lyrics using echo-back and call-and-answer techniques. This promotes teamwork and memory retention while encouraging learners to tell the story expressively, deepening their understanding of narrative.In the Listen and Enjoy (audio) section, learners enjoy an audio performance of "Little Bird." This activity sharpens their listening skills as they follow the flow of familiar lyrics and notice instrumental variations. Interactive actions during listening keep them engaged while exploring musical diversity.Following the audio, students create a Music Journal Entry where they illustrate lyric pages, fostering creativity and self-expression. This activity allows them to document their learning journey throughout the year.The module also introduces the Pitch Mechanics: Introduction to the Body Scale, where learners participate in a game to learn major scale sounds through body actions. This enhances physical coordination while reinforcing musical concepts.In the Listen and Enjoy (video) activity, students watch a video that pairs visuals with the audio performance, enabling them to observe various instruments. This prepares them for future learning about instrument families.Finally, the Musical Alphabet: Going Forwards Introduction and Quiz activities solidify their understanding of the musical alphabet through fun games and quizzes, reinforcing memory and participation.Overall, this module nurtures cognitive, emotional, and social development through music, making learning enjoyable and impactful.Learning Outcomes<ul><li>Listen quietly and attentively to recitations.</li><li>Express experiences of birdsong in their own words.</li><li>Memorize and recite song lyrics confidently.</li><li>Demonstrate active listening to musical performances.</li><li>Create personalized music journal entries.</li><li>Follow body actions to learn major scale sounds.</li><li>Recite the seven letters of the musical alphabet from memory.</li></ul>Notes and Tips- Engagement: Use expressive voice techniques to capture attention.- Team Dynamics: Encourage teamwork during lyric recitation activities.- Active Listening: Incorporate physical actions to enhance musical observation.- Creative Expression: Allow time for personal interpretation in music journal entries.- Repetition: Utilize quizzes and games to reinforce learning and build confidence.<a target="_blank" href="https://www.emsona.com/student/courses/31237/watch/?enrollment_id=1932515&amp;lesson_id=427497" style="background-color: rgb(106, 252, 194); color: black; padding: 15px 30px; text-align: center; text-decoration: none; display: inline-block; font-size: 18px; border-radius: 6px;">Get Started!</a>

This module introduces early-stage learners to the song "Little Bird," fostering listening skills, memory, and creativity through engaging activities that support music education and holistic childhood development.

Course content

L1: Little Bird-Unit A

Adele O'Dwyer