Shake, Rattle, and Roll

Shake, Rattle, and Roll

By Abigail Flesch Connors

Book

184 pages

PreK Resource of creative ideas for using rhythm instruments and movement to express musical ideas in early childhood education. These activities encourage exploration and nurture curious minds. Children will explore sound through singing, listening, playing instruments, and moving. Each activity lists the learning benefits and gives step-by-step instructions. There are tie-ins with seasons, holidays, and other themes. Songs use new words to familiar tunes (no melodic notation).

Contents:

Introduction

PART ONE: RHYTHM INSTRUMENT ACTIVITIES

• Activities Using Rhythm Sticks
• Activities Using Shakers Activities Using Bells
• Activities Using Sand Blocks Activities Using Tambourines
• Activities Using Drums
• Activities Using Other Instruments (xylophone, ukulele, guiro, triangle, and lollipop drum)

PART TWO: MUSIC AND MOVEMENT ACTIVITIES AND GAMES

• Activities about Body Parts
• Activities about Animals
• Activities Using Scarves
• Activities Using Spanish Words
• Activities Using American Sign Language
• Activites Using Inner Listening Skills
• Other Movement Activities