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Middle school Presidents' Day literature songs
Aca-Scuse Me? Teaching Theme vs. Main Idea With Music and Lyrics
This assignment is PITCH PERFECT for teaching theme to students grades 4 through 8!***UPDATED 9/8/18 TO INCLUDE:***PRE/POST TEST ANSWER KEYSCONCEPT HANDOUT FOR STUDENTSANSWER SHEETS FOR EACH OF THE 5 SONGSIf you are like me back during my first year of teaching 5th, I struggled to teach main idea and theme. This assignment makes the task more fun. Resource is designed to help your students analyze 5 popular songs for themes. Included in this 21 page bundle:-5 hugely popular song lyric pages for
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4th - 8th
The Odyssey / O Brother Where Art Thou Movie Activities, Lyric Analysis, CCSS
The movie O Brother Where Art Thou is the perfect pairing to add fun and depth of learning to The Odyssey! These activities foster comparison skills as students analyze the similarities and differences between the two mediums. As a bonus, I've included two song-lyric analysis activities in which students apply Odysseus' travels to the lyrics from two different tunes that make an appearance, including "I Am A Man of Constant Sorrow"! I find this adds just a splash of extra fun! ♪INCLUDES: ★2 page
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7th - 12th
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Poetry & Song Lyrics Comparison Activity w/Key
Students have a hard time understanding poetry, but put the words into a song & they seem to get it. This exercise pairs up songs with poems that have similar literary elements and/or themes to make it easier for students to understand difficult concepts.
See the free download for a listing of all the songs & poems included in this lesson.
Teacher's guide/answer key included!
Created by Tracee Orman
www.traceeorman.com
This IS included in my mega bundle: ALL of my POETRY RESOURCES G
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Taylor Swift Lyrics Coloring Page Bookmark Set {VERSION 1}
There are 8 unique bookmarks in this set. Each one features lyrics from Taylor Swift songs. They are fully black and white so that students can color them! Version 2 can be found here.Click here to follow me!
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3rd - 12th
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Also included in: Taylor Swift Lyrics Coloring Page Bookmark BUNDLE
Similes and Metaphors in Music Activity Pack
This packet contains:
~links to 6 different music videos with fun songs the kids know and love that contain examples of similes and metaphors. The songs include:
"Without Love" from the movie Hairspray
"Firework" by Katy Perry
"Red" by Taylor Swift
"Mr. Grinch" from When the Grinch Stole Christmas
"Stereo Hearts" by Gym Class Heroes
and "Similes and Metaphors in Pop Music" you can use as an introduction or review
~A Simile and Metaphor Cheat Sheet
~Song Lyrics to the songs listed above
~Pr
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3rd - 6th
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The PATRIOTIC COLLECTION of Color-Chord-inated Songs for Bells or Boomwhackers
This set includes seven familiar USA patriotic songs, perfect for creating a themed unit and performance, celebrating patriotic holidays (Veteran's Day, Presidents' Day, Flag Day, Fourth of July), tying into social studies lessons, using as literacy fluency activities, or enriching musical exploration of meter, form, chords and melody. Printable or projectable song pages, instructions, teaching guidelines, and some programming suggestions are included.
Songs included in this collection:
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K - 8th
Patriotic Music Program with Script, Flag Ceremony, Familiar Songs and Game
Sing familiar patriotic songs at your next Patriotic music program or school wide sing a long. Script, songs and even a song title matching game to help students connect to Patriotic holidays throughout the school year. *Use with President's Day, Memorial Day, Veteran's Day. *Use as part of a Music Program or Patriotic Celebration. *Play the music game along with learning the songs.PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONSongs will be in a Power Point Landscape view for projectors and in portrait view for printing.
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K - 7th
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Nothing Gold Can Stay by Robert Frost — Poem Analysis, The Outsiders Activity
This lesson is a poem analysis of "Nothing Gold Can Stay" by Robert Frost. This is a perfect side activity for the novel The Outsiders by S. E. Hinton!This activity also works on its own if you are looking just to teach about the poem itself. Your students don't have to be reading The Outsiders.In Chapter 5 of The Outsiders, Ponyboy recites the poem "Nothing Gold Can Stay." This poem plays a major role in the novel as it represents the universal message to stay gold and stay pure. Have your stud
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6th - 10th
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Also included in: The Outsiders Novel Study | Complete Unit Plan
Identifying theme and tone using paired readings
Check out the updated version of this assignment.
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Mother-to-Son-and-Dear-Mama-Paired-Reading-3835433
Students will identify the theme and tone using "Mother to Son" by Langston Hughes and "Dear Mama" by Tupac Shakur.
15 Patriotic Tunes | Flex Concert Band
15 Patriotic Tunes arranged for flex band. Each instrument comes with four SATB parts. Percussion, rehearsal piano, and scores are also included.The following parts are all available in four SATB parts:Flute/OboeClarinet/TrumpetAlto/Bari SaxTenor SaxHornTrombone/Baritone/BassoonTubaMallet PercussionThe following parts are also included:TimpaniPercussion 1Percussion 2Percussion 3Rehearsal PianoC ScoreCondensed ScoreTunes included:Amazing GraceAmerica (My Country ’Tis of Thee)America, the Beautifu
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6th - 8th
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Patriotic Music Program Bundle: Script, Familiar and Original Songs, Video, Mp3
Distance Learning Friendly resource with Teaching Videos.Prepare for your Veterans Day, and Presidents Day music programs with this original music and script. Students will love this patriotic Music program with script and songs to celebrate and remember what it means to be an American and honor veterans and heroes using the sing-a-long videos, sheet music and lyrics posters. Hand actions, Mp3 Vocal and Accompaniment tracks included.Please note that the audio files in the preview have been modif
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2nd - 8th
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Langston Hughes & Tupac Shakur Bundle - I, too, Changes, Harlem, The Rose ...
While from different eras, Tupac Shakur and Langston Hughes use poetry and music to explore themes of identity, social injustice, and the African American experience. Studying them together allows a deeper understanding of how art can serve as a platform for advocating change.What's included:- Langston Hughes Biography- Tupac Shakur Biography- I, Too vs Changes- Mother to Son vs Dear Mama- Harlem vs The Rose that Grew from Concrete
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6th - 12th
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Julia Alvarez ~ Before We Were Free MASTER PACKET (46 pages)
Aligned to the Common Core this is a 46-page packet of materials and tests (with KEY) over each chapter of the novel, Before We Were Free by Julia Alvarez. This is all "stuff" I've used in classrooms for nearly a decade of teaching this coming of age novel.
The packet includes:
• Learning Essentials & Expectations
• Chapter Vocabulary
• Quizzes
• Study Guide for Every Chapter
• Essay Rubric
• Final Test with KEY
• Maps
• Character Guide
• Extras!!!
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7th - 12th
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Long Live by Taylor Swift Poetry Analysis
During a poetry unit, it’s pretty easy for students to get lost. That’s why I created this resource. Students will complete a poetry analysis of the song “Long Live” by Taylor Swift. Students will analyze the following components of a poem: theme, speaker, word choice, imagery, figurative language, and tone. Once students complete the poetry analysis, it may be helpful to have them conduct their own poetry analysis reviewing figurative language. In the product, I have also included a figurative
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4th - 12th
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Langston Hughes - Mother to Son - Tupac - Dear Mama - Poem & Song Comparison
Matching these two touching pieces will help students highlight differences in perspectives, tones, and eras. The pre-activity questions and extension activities will allow students to reflect on their own loved ones.What's included:- Teaching Guide- Pre-reading Questions- Mother to Son Analysis Questions- Dear Mama Analysis Questions- Poem & Song Comparison Questions- Tone Venn Diagram- Extension Activity- Answer Keys
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6th - 12th
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Poetry and Modern Song Stations - Theme Activity (10 songs & 10 poems!)
Product Description-7 stations match up songs and poems-Stations have 2-4 texts included (10 poems and 10 songs total included)-Each station has students find a theme, quote, and connection. Some stations ask additional questions. This is a Word document, so you can add extra questions to the directions and answer sheets if you'd like. -Songs are from Ariana Grande, Ed Sheeran, Brantley Gilbert, Post Malone, Juice Wrld, Andra Day, etc. -Poems are all American Literature poems from Maya Angelou,
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7th - 12th
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Patriotic Song "Red, White and Blue" Unison Video Sing-a-long & Mp3 Tracks
Video Teaching Lesson- Distance Learning Resource Patriotic children's song for Patriotic holidays, concerts, assemblies and music programs. "Red, White and Blue" Patriotic Song. Sing a patriotic song to learn about the colors in the American Flag using the sing-a-long video, sheet music and lyrics posters. Hand actions, Mp3 Vocal and Accompaniment tracks included.Distance Learning and Google Slides Friendly Video Resource. * All Videos and Presentation are Easily uploaded and usable in Google C
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2nd - 6th
Reading Fluency Passages Bundle (Distance Learning)
Reading Fluency Passages for Upper Grades is a collection of poems, songs, quotes, and speeches that teach about America’s history as students focus on reading fluency. Common Core Anchor Reading Standards posters can also be used to remind students of the strategies they are using while working on their fluency. Poems by Robert Frost and songs about westward expansion help students understand about different time periods and introduce them to many different vocabulary words. Students learn to r
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3rd - 6th
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Figurative Language in 'Surface Pressure' from "Encanto"
Onomatopoeia, similes, and metaphors, GALORE!Sing along with Luisa and study her use of figurative language using her relatable lyrics from the song "Surface Pressure." Possible answers are included. Definitions and terms are included, too. Students can complete electronically or this practice can be printed for students to do on paper!
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5th - 7th
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President’s Day Coin Rap "Who is on the Coin?" Form Music Lesson, Games, Orff
Rap your way through February music classes with this original Rap and Song ABA form and Original Orff Arrangement of “Mary Had a Little Lamb” changed to “Who is on the Penny, Nickel, Quarter?” Help students make Math Connections to learning coins. Best for 2-6th grades.*** Please listen to the preview Video for a sample of the audio trackStudents will learn the names of the coins and the President's names using this song, game and printables. Students will learn or review whole, half, quarter,
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2nd - 6th
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Also included in: Elementary Music Class February Lesson Activity Bundle K-6
President's Day Orff Song, Music Lesson and Game: "Lincoln and Washington"
President's Day Orff song and music lesson is Sung to the tune of "America", "My Country 'tis of Thee" This "Lincoln and Washington" orff arrangement will help students play the melody, bass and triangle ostinato while celebrating President's Day in Music Class. Included is a Rhythm and Notes Lesson and a Game with Music for Keyboards, Xylophones and Color Coded Instruments. Best for 3-6CONCEPTS:Quarter, eighth, dotted quarter, dotted half NOTESNote Names and Color Notes for playing on Keyboard
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1st - 6th
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Also included in: February Preschool, K-1 Music Lesson and Movement Activity Bundle
Patriotic Song "America is You and Me" Unison, Video, Sheet Music & Mp3 Tracks
Sing a patriotic song about being an American and honoring patriots and heroes using the sing-a-long video, sheet music and lyrics posters. Hand actions, Mp3 Vocal and Accompaniment tracks included. Perfect for music programs, concerts, school assemblies.Distance Learning and Google Slides Friendly Video Resource. * All Videos and Presentation are Easily uploaded and usable in Google Classroom or other Digital Learning Scenarios. Feel Free to email me with questions. Sandra@singplaycreate.com*Pl
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3rd - 6th
Chronological Yankee Doodle Presidents of the USA UPDATED!
I teach my students to memorize the presidents of the United States in chronological order. I have heard many different tunes used with this endeavor but I felt Yankee Doodle was the most appropriate since it was our first Patriotic song. I have listed each president with their number, dates of service and their party affiliation. The president's last name is highlighted in red for the ease of identification. There is an MP3 included which I purchased from iTunes in karaoke form. This Power
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3rd - 8th
Literary Elements in Song Lyrics: Organizers & Key for Rap Song
This LITERARY Elements Analysis lesson is used with the song lyrics of Coolio's "Gangsta's Paradise"
If you want an avenue to truly reach many of your students in teaching them literary elements and how to identify and analyze them, this product is perfect for that!
Elements of Focus: Theme/Main Idea, Allusion, Irony, Idiom, Personification, Metaphor, Oxymoron
PDF file contains 7 pages-- 3 student printable organizers with literary elements in which student provides lyrics from song displayin
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Staff
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