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    Performance
    Multiple 30-minute sessions
    Whole class performance

    We Belong Together Song

    Week 5 Activity - Detailed Instructions

    Learning Objectives

    • Students will learn and perform a song about friendship and belonging
    • Students will develop musical skills and confidence
    • Students will express the unit's themes through music

    Materials Needed

    • Song lyrics printed large for display
    • Simple instruments (shakers, bells, rhythm sticks)
    • Microphone (optional)
    • Seating area for audience
    • Camera for recording performance

    Preparation Steps

    • 1Choose or write a simple song about belonging and friendship
    • 2Create large lyric charts with pictures
    • 3Practice the song yourself before teaching
    • 4Set up performance area with good acoustics

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    1

    Introduce the song and its message about belonging

    2

    Teach the song line by line with actions

    3

    Practice singing together multiple times

    4

    Add simple instruments for rhythm

    5

    Assign solos or small group parts if appropriate

    6

    Practice performing for an audience

    7

    Invite other classes or families for final performance

    8

    Record the performance to share with families

    Assessment

    • Observe students' participation in singing
    • Note confidence and enthusiasm during performance
    • Document understanding of song's message about belonging
    • Assess ability to perform for an audience

    Teaching Tips

    • Choose a song with simple, repetitive lyrics
    • Use hand motions to help students remember words
    • Practice good singing posture and breathing
    • Celebrate everyone's participation regardless of singing ability

    Extension Activities

    Additional ways to extend and enrich this learning experience

    • 1
      Write additional verses to the song
    • 2
      Create a music video of the performance
    • 3
      Teach the song to other classes
    • 4
      Learn songs about belonging from different cultures
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