Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will be able to recognize different musical instruments, explore sounds they make, and express themselves through music and movement.

Materials and Prep

• Various musical instruments (like a toy drum, maracas, or xylophone, if available)
• Space to move around freely
• A comfortable area for sitting and listening

Before the lesson, ensure the area is safe for movement and that the instruments are age-appropriate and safe for a 1-year-old.

Activities

• Instrument Exploration

  Let the child explore each instrument by touching and shaking them. Encourage them to make sounds and notice how they change with different movements.

• Sound Matching Game

  Make sounds with the instruments and encourage the child to mimic the sounds. Use simple phrases like "Can you make a sound like this?"

• Music and Movement

  Play music and encourage the child to dance or move around. Engage them by saying, "Let's dance to the music!"

• Story Time with Music

  Read a short story that includes musical themes, and incorporate the instruments to make sounds at different parts of the story.

Talking Points

• "Look at this drum! Can you tap it? Tap, tap, tap!"
• "What sound does the maraca make? Shake it like this!"
• "Can you dance like the music is making you move? Wiggle, wiggle!"
• "This is a xylophone! Can you play it softly? Now play it loudly!"
• "Let's listen to the music together. What do you feel? Happy or silly?"