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Rhythmic Clapping and Musical Notes Cultural and Creative Arts Primary 3 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 8

RHYTHMIC CLAPPING AND MUSICAL NOTES

Cultural and Creative Arts – Primary 3 – Second Term – Week 8

Subject: Cultural and Creative Arts

Class: Primary 3

Term: Second Term

Week: 8

Age: 7 – 8 years

Duration: 40 Minutes

Topic: Rhythmic Clapping and Musical Notes

Sub-topic: Understanding Rhythm and Musical Notes

Behavioral Objectives:

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

  1. Define rhythmic clapping.
  2. Identify different musical notes.
  3. Clap simple rhythms using different musical notes.
  4. Explain the importance of rhythm in music.

Keywords: Rhythm, clapping, beats, musical notes, tempo

Set Induction:

The teacher starts by clapping different rhythms and asking the pupils to repeat them.

Entry Behavior:

Pupils have listened to songs and clapped along with music before.

Learning Resources and Materials:

  1. Drums or percussion instruments
  2. Audio recordings of different rhythmic patterns
  3. Flashcards with musical notes

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

Pupils have learned about musical notes in previous lessons.

Embedded Core Skills:

  • Listening
  • Coordination
  • Creativity

Learning Materials:

  • Pictures of different musical notes
  • Hand clapping exercises

Reference Books:

Lagos State Scheme of Work, Cultural and Creative Arts Textbook for Primary 3

Instructional Materials:

  • Drums or other percussion instruments
  • Songbooks with rhythmic exercises

Content:

A. Meaning of Rhythmic Clapping

Rhythmic clapping is the act of clapping hands in a steady or repeated pattern to follow a musical beat. It helps people follow the rhythm of a song or music.

B. Types of Musical Notes

Musical notes are symbols used to show the length and pitch of sounds in music. Some common musical notes include:

  1. Semibreve (Whole Note) – Lasts for 4 beats.
  2. Minim (Half Note) – Lasts for 2 beats.
  3. Crotchet (Quarter Note) – Lasts for 1 beat.
  4. Quaver (Eighth Note) – Lasts for ½ a beat.

C. Clapping Simple Rhythms

Pupils can clap along to simple rhythms by following musical notes:

  • Clap once for a crotchet (♩)
  • Clap twice quickly for quavers (♪)
  • Hold the clap for 2 beats for a minim (𝅗𝅥)
  • Clap and count to four for a semibreve (𝅝)

D. Importance of Rhythm in Music

  1. Helps keep time in music.
  2. Makes songs sound pleasant and organized.
  3. Improves coordination and listening skills.
  4. Used in traditional dances and songs.

Evaluation (Fill in the Blanks with Options):

  1. Rhythmic clapping follows the __ of a song. (a) Color (b) Beat (c) Size (d) Sound
  2. A semibreve lasts for __ beats. (a) 1 (b) 2 (c) 3 (d) 4
  3. A __ lasts for one beat. (a) Minim (b) Crotchet (c) Quaver (d) Whole note
  4. __ is the act of clapping hands to match a song’s beat. (a) Drawing (b) Singing (c) Rhythmic clapping (d) Dancing
  5. A minim lasts for __ beats. (a) 1 (b) 2 (c) 3 (d) 4

Class Activity Discussion (FAQs)

  1. What is rhythmic clapping?
    • It is clapping hands in a steady pattern to follow a song’s rhythm.
  2. Why do we clap in music?
    • To help keep time and enjoy the beat of a song.
  3. How many beats does a semibreve last for?
    • 4 beats.
  4. Which note lasts for 1 beat?
    • Crotchet.
  5. How does rhythm help music?
    • It makes music sound organized and pleasant.

Presentation Steps:

  1. The teacher explains rhythmic clapping and musical notes.
  2. The teacher claps different rhythms while pupils follow.
  3. The teacher shows musical note symbols and their beat values.
  4. Pupils practice clapping to different notes.

Teacher’s and Learners’ Activities:

  • Teacher: Demonstrates rhythms and musical notes.
  • Learners: Clap along and identify musical notes.

Assessment (Short-Answer Questions):

  1. What is rhythmic clapping?
  2. Name two types of musical notes.
  3. How many beats does a minim last for?
  4. Which musical note lasts for the shortest time?
  5. What is the importance of rhythm in music?

Conclusion:

The teacher marks pupils’ answers, provides corrections, and encourages them to practice clapping along to music.

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