Making up songs

Art

• The child learned to use their imagination and creativity to come up with lyrics and melodies for their songs.
• They explored different visual representations of their songs through drawing, painting, or creating collages to express the emotions and themes of their songs.
• They learned about the use of color, shape, and texture to convey the mood and tone of their songs.
• The activity encouraged the child to think about how to visually depict the ideas and feelings conveyed in their songs.

Music

• The child developed their sense of rhythm and timing by creating melodies for their songs.
• They practiced using their voices as an instrument to express the lyrics and emotions of their songs.
• They gained an understanding of basic music structure and form as they composed their songs.
• The activity provided an opportunity for the child to explore and experiment with different musical elements, such as pitch, tempo, and dynamics, as they created their songs.

To further develop the child's skills in art and music, encourage them to continue making up songs by introducing them to different genres of music, musical instruments, and art techniques. Provide them with opportunities to collaborate with other children to create group songs and encourage them to perform their songs for an audience, fostering their confidence and stage presence.

Book Recommendations

• The Remarkable Farkle McBride by John Lithgow: A delightful story of a young musical prodigy who explores various instruments and musical styles.
• When the Beat Was Born: DJ Kool Herc and the Creation of Hip Hop by Laban Carrick Hill: Introduces young readers to the origins of hip hop and the power of music to bring communities together.
• Ada's Violin: The Story of the Recycled Orchestra of Paraguay by Susan Hood: A true story of a children's orchestra in Paraguay that creates beautiful music with instruments made from recycled materials.