Pitch Activity Book - Rain is Falling Down

The "Rain is Falling Down" activity book presents a charming song and game that is perfect for engaging children in a musical experience while they learn about rhythm and melody. The song itself has a simple and catchy tune, with lyrics that mimic the sound of rain: "Rain is falling down, pitter, patter, pitter, patter, rain is falling down." It's a playful way to introduce children to the concept of beat and rhythm as they sing along to the repetitive, soothing verses. The melody of the song utilises just three notes – Do, Re, and Mi – making it an excellent choice for teaching young learners about pitch and the solfa scale with accompanying hand signs.

Accompanying the song is an interactive circle game that encourages children to listen carefully and move in time with the music. The children form a circle, standing with their hands outstretched, while one child stands in the centre. As the song is sung, the child in the middle taps the hands of the other children in time with the pulse of the music. If a child's hand is tapped during a rest or silent beat, they must place that hand behind their back. The game continues, with children sitting down once both hands are behind their back, until only one child remains. This fun and educational activity not only reinforces the rhythm and melody of the song but also teaches children to listen attentively and respond to musical cues.