MUSIC LESSON PLAN:

Lesson Title: “The Leaves Are Falling – A Musical Celebration of Autumn”

Grade Level: K–2
Length: 30 minutes
Theme: Autumn / Fall Changes
Focus: Singing, steady beat, vocal exploration, movement, and music-literacy connection

 

OBJECTIVES:

By the end of this lesson:

1. Keep a steady beat with movement and instruments.

2. Match pitch using vocal exploration and singing voice.

3. Respond expressively to a story through music and movement.

4. Participate respectfully in a group circle game.

MATERIALS:

• Storybook: “Leaf Man” by Lois Ehlert (or substitute “Red Leaf, Yellow Leaf”)

• Small hand percussion instruments (rhythm sticks, shakers, drums, etc.)

• Scarves, ribbons, or fake leaves for movement

• Drum or tambourine (for beat cues)

• Circle formation space

 

"I CAN" STATEMENTS:

• I can keep a steady beat while moving and playing instruments.

• I can use my singing voice and explore high and low sounds.

• I can listen to a story and show what I hear through movement.

I can work and play music with my classmates.

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