Pitch Activity Book - Foods from Every Different Nation

The "Pitch Activity Book - Foods from Every Different Nation" is a delightful musical game that combines singing, rhythm, and the introduction of pitch to young learners. The activity is centred around a catchy tune that explores various foods from around the world, asking children about their favourite treats. The song utilises simple and repetitive lyrics, making it easy for the children to remember and sing along. As part of the game, children sit in a circle or line and perform a sequence of actions—tapping knees, clapping, and clicking fingers—to maintain a steady pulse throughout the song. The interactive format encourages participation as each child takes a turn to sing about their preferred food, with the group echoing their response. This playful exercise is not only fun but also serves as a practical method for teaching pitch-matching, focusing on the musical notes So and Mi.

In addition to the singing game, the activity book introduces two characters, Sophie and Mikhail, who personify the musical notes So and Mi. Through engaging stories, children learn the characters and hand signs associated with each note. Sophie, represented by So, is imagined as a vain little girl who loves to look at herself in the mirror, with the corresponding hand sign held at eye level. Mikhail, symbolising Mi, is a carefree boy who'd rather play in the woods, with his hand sign placed flat in front at chest height, like placing a mirror on a table. By creating patterns using these two notes and combining them with hand signs, children can improve their understanding of pitch. The activity progresses to silent patterns, where children listen to the teacher create rhythms without singing, encouraging them to internalise the sound and reproduce it vocally. This approach enhances their listening skills and pitch-matching abilities in a creative and enjoyable way.