Clappety-clap (The children are going to clap in a special rhythm clap-pet--y-clap with one clap per syllable, while singing to the song clappety clap and pat your knees, clappety clap and jump up and down etc) / Lesson Plan

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Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to clap and move in a special rhythm while singing the song Clappety Clap!

Materials and Prep

  • No materials needed, just bring your energy and enthusiasm!
  • Make sure to have enough space to move around freely.

Activities

Get ready for some fun activities:

  1. Clappety Clap and Pat Your Knees: Clap along to the rhythm of the song while patting your knees.
  2. Clappety Clap and Jump Up and Down: Clap in the special rhythm and jump up and down at the same time.
  3. Clappety Clap and Spin Around: Clap to the beat and spin around in circles.
  4. Freeze Dance Clap: Dance to the music and freeze in place whenever the music stops, then clap in the special rhythm.

Talking Points

  • "Let's clap in a special way today! We will clap to the rhythm of the song."
  • "When we hear the music, we will clap and move our bodies in different ways."
  • "Clapping and moving to the beat is so much fun! Let's try it together."
  • "Great job! You are a fantastic clapper and mover! Keep practicing and having fun with the rhythm."