Singing Games Lesson Plan - Year 6 Lesson 3

In Year 6 Lesson 3 of the Singing Games series, students are set to enhance their musical abilities by focusing on singing with precision and understanding the structure of musical phrases. The lesson aims to develop skills in singing with clear diction, performing movements in unison, and mastering singing in rounds. Additionally, students will engage in playing games that require the use of 'thinking voices' and will practice playing rhythmic phrases accurately on un-tuned percussion instruments. The lesson's objectives also include performance and critical appraisal of musical pieces.

Key resources for the lesson include two claves per child and a ball, supporting a hands-on, interactive approach to learning. The main activities involve teaching the song 'Bow Wow Wow' and playing the associated game, first out loud and then using internalised 'thinking voices'. Students will sit in a circle with claves to sing and tap out rhythms, and then split into groups to perform different rhythmic patterns. The lesson progresses with extensions that challenge students to perform the game in a round, both vocally and with internalised voices. Group work is a significant component, where children choose tasks such as singing or clapping in a two-part round, or practicing a rhythm action game, culminating in a performance and peer appraisal using musical vocabulary. The plenary session tests students' abilities to walk the pulse and clap the rhythm of 'Bow Wow Wow' in various combinations, reinforcing the concepts of pulse and rhythm. This lesson aligns with the National Curriculum, focusing on singing, exploring musical elements, playing instruments with control, and performing in ensemble contexts.