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Music Common Core RH.6-8.7 resources
MUSICIAN BIOGRAPHY Project a Middle School General Music Research Project
Introduce your students to biographical research with this musical artist research project. Using any music genre or musical period, your students will become familiar with famous musicians’ careers through carefully guided research. They can organize their findings into a presentation with the provided Google Slide or create one from scratch.As a middle school teacher, I have discovered the need for careful guidance to help students keep their information and sources organized when doing resear
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7th - 8th
Also included in: MUSIC RESEARCH PROJECT BUNDLE for Middle School General Music
S.E. Hinton - Author Biography - Music in the 1960's - Protest Song Connection
Exploring 1960s Culture and Literature: S.E. Hinton's Biography, Nonfiction Article, and Protest Song ConnectionDescription: Dive into the rich cultural landscape of the 1960s with this comprehensive educational package designed to engage your students in critical thinking and meaningful connections. This product includes three interconnected activities centered around S.E. Hinton's biography, a nonfiction article on the impact of music in the 1960s, and the iconic protest song "For What It's Wo
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6th - 12th
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Memorial Day Reading Comprehension & Song Analysis
In the Memorial Day Reading Comprehension & Song Analysis, students will explore a background reading about the history and significance of Memorial Day as well as three related songs that are synonymous with Memorial Day. The students will answer five multiple choice questions to assess their understanding of the reading and songs. The three songs used are:Born in the USA- Bruce SpringsteinFortunate Son- Creedence Clearwater RevivalRagged Old Flag- Johnny CashIf you enjoy this history readi
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6th - 9th
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Timeline of Early Music Instruments Artifacts Culture Montessori History Print
This timeline of music instruments and artifacts guides you through the evolution of music from 60,000 BCE to 500 CE. You will learn the names and origins of 27 different musical instruments and some contextual information about their history.Features:Printable working/display timeline (approximately 11.5" high and 98" wide (assembled with 13 pages)Follow development over time of musical instruments from all over the worldCOMING SOON: The rest of the time periods of musicYou may also be interest
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3rd - 6th
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Music of the American Civil War
Are you looking for an engaging way to teach the Civil War? Music plays a vital role in our lives. Students will look at the music of the Civil War to see the impact it had upon the war and the soldiers. These songs still play a role today. You receive a full lesson plan that is ready for you to teach. This is great for an observation, walk through, or if an administrator is asking to see your lesson plan. Students will look at the songs “John Brown’s Body,” “Dixie,” and “Bonnie Blue Flag.” Stud
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8th - 12th
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STEM Musical Road - Music on the Road | Elementary & Middle School Technology
Does driving down the road ever feel boring and the music on the radio just doesn't do what it used to? Time to take a trip down a musical road where no radio, phones or sound systems are required. All you need is your car and a good set of tires to enjoy this music!In this lesson, students will learn about real-life roads that create music and create one of their own musical roads using a road making music synthesizer! This web-based activity presents the work as a fun, open-ended activity with
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4th - 10th
Also included in: Middle and High School STEM and Technology Curriculum
Vietnam War: Musical Reactions of the 60s and 70s
In this Unit, students examine how Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young’s “Ohio,” Merle Haggard’s “Okie From Muskogee” and Edwin Starr’s “War” articulated the divisive feelings Americans had about the war in the late 1960s and early 1970s. To supplement these songs, students will also watch clips from CNN Soundtracks and analyze polling data, news articles, and photographs from the era. By the end of the unit, students will know seminal events during the Vietnam War, including the Gulf of Tonkin Reso
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8th - 11th
Also included in: Vietnam War Unit
Research Cards for Timeline of Early Music Instruments Montessori History Print
These 62 research cards for the timeline of music instruments and artifacts guides you through the evolution of music from 60,000 BCE to 500 CE. You will learn the names and origins of 27 different musical instruments and some contextual information about their history.Features:62 Research Cards (approximately 5.5" high and 5" wide (printed over with 16 pages) & 1 title cardsFollow development over time of musical instruments from all over the worldCOMING SOON: The rest of the time periods o
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3rd - 6th
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60s Girl Groups Unit - Early Feminism and Breaking Away from Traditional Roles
The Essential Question for students is: Were the Girl Groups of the early 1960s voices of female empowerment or reflections of traditional female roles? In this lesson, students will evaluate what the emergence of the Girl Groups said about the roles of girls and women in the early 1960s. The nation sat on the threshold of a new Women’s Rights movement that would challenge traditional female roles. In 1963, Betty Friedan published The Feminine Mystique, widely considered a milestone in the emerg
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8th - 10th
Popular Music History 1940s-1970s
Popular Music History 1940s-1970s PowerpointsIncluded in this bundle:Pre-History of Rock (Pre-Unit Background Information)Musical Styles - 1940s-1950sMusicians - 1940s-1950sMusic of the 1960sMusic of the 1970s*BONUS* Jazz History
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6th - 9th
Burr vs. Hamilton Musical Analysis Investigation Pear Deck Google Slides
With this interactive Pear Deck, students will be immersed in the world of Hamilton the Musical and delve into the rivalry between Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr through five songs: "The Ten Duel Commandments," "The Election of 1800," "Your Obedient Servant," "The World Was Wide Enough," and "Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Tells Your Story." As they listen to each song, students will interpret the emotions, motivations, and consequences depicted, developing critical thinking and analytical skills a
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Middle School Early United States History Interactive Lessons BUNDLE
RI8.3: 9/11 - Country Music Response
On September 11th, 2001, the US experienced the deadliest terrorist attack in its history...and the students sitting in our classrooms weren't even born yet! This event is our moment in history when everyone remembers where they were on that morning, and just like our grandparents told us about where they were when Kennedy was shot, we too mustn't allow this generation to forget what we saw and felt as we lived through it. The Essential Question for this unit is: How did country musicians’ respo
Grades:
7th - 10th
Also included in: English 8 - Entire Year: Activities, Projects, Rubrics, Exams, Homework
RI8.3 - 9/11 Song Comparison Graphic Organizer (Country Music + September 11th)
On September 11th, 2001, the US experienced the deadliest terrorist attack in its history...and the students sitting in our classrooms weren't even born yet! This event is our moment in history when everyone remembers where they were on that morning, and just like our grandparents told us about where they were when Kennedy was shot, we too mustn't allow this generation to forget what we saw and felt as we lived through it.The Essential Question for this unit is: How did country musicians’ respon
Grades:
7th - 10th
Also included in: English 8 - Entire Year: Activities, Projects, Rubrics, Exams, Homework
Puerto Rico is More than just Salsa – A Mini Curriculum
In cultural terms, Puerto Rico is unique among Caribbean islands for two reasons: first, it contains a post-colonial music form (Jibaro) that is completely free of African influences. Second, its most famous music form - Salsa - was not actually invented on the island itself.How did Brooklyn's Nuyorican community create a traditional music form while living so far away from the rhythms and melodies of home? Where can these influences be found among the throbbing beats of San Juan's current night
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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US History: Hamilton: A Musical Distance Learning
In the fourth lesson of the Federalist Era Unit, the students will explore Alexander Hamilton's early life and how he helped shape the financial and foreign policy of early America. At the end of the lesson, they will summarise three ways Hamilton impacted the early political development of the United States.This lesson usually takes two days. I have included a 27 slide presentation that has animated music videos embedded. However, last year I used Disney+ and the live-action play to show the so
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7th - 11th
Also included in: US History Federalist Era Unit BUNDLE
The Banjo and its Relationship to Slavery (slides, videos, music, questions)
The mini-lessons on these slides trace the history of the American banjo - students will go back to its African roots, wade through its complicated relationship with slavery, and discuss the irony of today's generalizations of "who" plays the banjo. As one editorial article will say, "How did the banjo go from black to white?" (that article is included in the BUNDLE). The Essential Question for students is: What is the relationship between the banjo and slavery, and how did music making by slave
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Grades:
9th - 12th
Also included in: English 8 - Entire Year: Activities, Projects, Rubrics, Exams, Homework
Yo-Yo Ma Web Quest Activity | Diverse Voices Project | 3 Part Web Quest
Yo-Yo Ma Web Quest Activity | Diverse Voices Project | 3 Part Web QuestThis Yo-Yo Ma activity is part of an exciting new project designed to increase diverse voices in Social Studies classrooms. This Yo-Yo Ma activity is a 3-part web quest. In Part 1 (READ), students engage with Yo-Yo Ma's career as a legendary cellist, his musical education in New York City, his creation of the Silk Road Project, his work in famed musical and theatrical productions, and much more! Part 2 (WATCH) is a short vid
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5th - 8th
Hola, Flamenco – A Mini-Curriculum Devoted to Spain's National Art
History, Music, Dance, Cultural Studies and adventure come together in a high-spirited romp through the rolling hills of Andalusia!‘Hola, Flamenco’ is a historically-themed mini-curriculum dedicated to Spain’s UNESCO-recognized national art. Featuring performances, demonstrations and interviews with some of Flamenco’s most renowned and charismatic figures, it provides a striking, vibrant introduction to Spain, to European History, and to one of the world’s most beloved cultural genres.***An exci
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
The Romany: Centuries of Discrimination (Complete Mini Curriculum)
If you are lucky enough to have traveled in Europe, you’ve probably seen members of the Romany ethnic group gathered outside of popular tourist sites, Known variously as Roma, Gypsies, Tsingani, Boyash, Zingari, Kipti and, in Spanish, Gitanos, the Romany rank among Earth's most marginalized ethnic groups.'The Romany, Centuries of Discrimination,' is a 400-word informational text that can help teachers supplement their lesson plans for a variety of subjects - from History to the Arts to Ethnic St
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Jamaica's Reggae, Rage & Redemption – A Mini Curriculum
The spirit of the Islands comes alive! 'Destination: Music' is a seven-part essay series that follows one Musicologist's journey into Caribbean History.'Jamaica's Reggae, Rage & Redemption' is the powerful 3200-word climax of the series. Incorporating all the lessons learned in previous essays, it discusses the uniquely miserable conditions endured by Jamaica's slaves, and the unique cultural output that emerged as a result. Included in the analysis are the theories of repatriation theories
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Reggae, Calypso, Salsa & ‘Tambrin – An Introduction to Caribbean Music
The spirit of the Caribbean comes alive! 'Destination: Caribbean' is a seven-part essay series that follows one Musicologist's journey into Caribbean History.'Reggae, Calypso, Salsa and 'Tambrin' is the series's 700-word introduction. It provides a brief survey of the historical conditions that gave rise to the Caribbean's modern music forms. This primer is an excellent resource for History, Social Studies and Geography teachers, or for instructors of the Fine Arts, looking to provide their stud
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Hola, Flamenco (Documentary)
History, Music, Dance, Cultural Studies and adventure come together in a high-spirited, melodious romp through the rolling hills of Andalusia – all filmed in gorgeous high definition 1080p. Welcome to the next generation of educational movie!‘Hola, Flamenco’ is a historically-themed documentary short dedicated to Spain’s UNESCO-recognized national art. Featuring performances, demonstrations and interviews with some of Flamenco’s most renowned and charismatic figures, it provides a striking, vibr
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Destination: Caribbean – Documentary Short and Full Curriculum
The joys of History, Music, Dance and Travel all converge amidst a backdrop of turquoise waters, volcanic landscapes and cool island breezes. Whisk your students away on an exciting cultural tour without ever leaving the classroom!'Destination: Caribbean’ is a three-minute documentary short dedicated to one of the most diverse regions on Earth. Shot on-location in Tobago, Antigua, Puerto Rico and Jamaica, the film presents a brief sample of contemporary Caribbean life – one we hope that you and
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
The History of Black Protest Songs - Graphic Organizer to Accompany PowerPoint
The murders of Michael Brown, Tamir Rice, and Eric Garner are presented to students. A PowerPoint is provided in a bundle or sold separately that provides this information. Students are required to record 5-10 facts in each column while reading. Each case is explained and objective facts are provided. Students are asked: Which case did you find most disturbing and why? What do you think should have happened to the police officer in each case? Why did these cases affect their communities so stron
Grades:
8th - 12th
Also included in: Protest Song Project - Example, Research, Outline, and Rubric
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