Singing Games Lesson Plan - Year 1 Lesson 4

In the fourth lesson of the Year 1 Singing Games series, the primary objective is to engage children in new singing games, enhancing their ability to sing melodically and follow musical cues. The lesson aims to develop their coordination by having them choose partners, dance, and move rhythmically to the beat through walking, clapping, and stamping. Additionally, the children will practise internalising parts of songs and clapping out rhythms accurately, leading up to a performance where they can showcase their skills and receive constructive feedback.

The main activities for this lesson include learning and playing the circle game 'Oats and Beans and Barley Grow', which encourages imagination and quick response to cue words in a fun, farmer-themed game. Another popular action song, 'B.I.N.G.O.', helps children develop internalising skills and could be further enhanced by using claves. The game 'Mrs Macaroni' provides an opportunity for performance and appraisal, where children can observe and rate each other's ability to maintain a steady pulse and a good circle while singing and moving. The lesson concludes with the tracks 'I Wiggle My Fingers' and 'Goodbye Everyone', wrapping up the session with enjoyable movement and a collective farewell song. Teachers are advised to refer to the provided notations for detailed instructions on the games and to consult the 'Teacher Notes' for strategies on teaching songs and further developing the lesson.