Instrumental Reception Notations - Have you brought your talking voice instrumental

The "Have you brought your talking voice" activity is an engaging and interactive chant designed for children to explore and experiment with different vocal tones and sounds. It's structured as a call and response, where the leader chooses a type of voice, such as a whispering, louder, or excited voice, and the children reply in the same manner. The chant encourages children to use their voices creatively and playfully, mirroring the leader's vocal style with phrases like "Yes we have, yes we have." It's a fun way for children to become comfortable with vocal expression and to learn the nuances of various speaking styles.

In addition to the vocal chant, there is an instrumental response game that divides the children into four groups, each equipped with a different set of instruments: tappers, shakers, scrapers, and bells. The leader sings a question to each group, such as "Have you bought your tapping voice?" for the tappers, and the children respond by playing their instruments in time with the chant, confirming their readiness with "Yes we have, yes we have." This game not only helps children develop their sense of rhythm and timing but also teaches them to listen carefully and respond promptly. An extension of this activity involves using 'thinking voices' where the leader plays an instrument and the children respond with the same instrument type, fostering attentive listening and quick thinking.