making music with pots and pans / Activity Analysis

Music

• The child has learned about rhythm and beat by using the pots and pans as percussion instruments.
• They have explored different sounds by hitting the pots and pans with different objects.
• They have learned about volume by experimenting with hitting the pots and pans softly or loudly.
• The child has developed creativity and imagination by creating their own music using unconventional instruments.

For continued development, encourage the child to explore different types of pots and pans to create different sounds. They can also try using different objects like wooden spoons, brushes, or even their hands to create different rhythms and beats. Encourage them to experiment with different combinations of sounds and create their own compositions.

Book Recommendations

• Bang! Boom! Roar! A Busy Crew of Dinosaurs by Nate Evans: This book introduces different sounds made by dinosaurs. It can inspire the child to explore different sounds and rhythms while playing with pots and pans.
• Tap Tap Bang Bang by Emma Garcia: This book follows a group of animals as they create their own music using various instruments. It can encourage the child to experiment with different objects to make music with pots and pans.
• The Little Drummer Boy by Ezra Jack Keats: This classic book tells the story of a young boy who plays the drum to honor the birth of Jesus. It can inspire the child to use their pots and pans to create their own drumming rhythms.