From age 9-11, learning is accomplished faster by reading than by rote. While their musical potential is at an all-time high, they still experience pitch problems. Their memory powers are diminishing and need to be activated. Repetition is important to stimulate memory and help retention. Discipline problems will be noted, especially if the singing is not challenging or full of activity.
Activity needs to be fast moving and include much variety.
Boys' and girls' interests are beginning to differ but they still work well together. Teach them songs which stress the doctrines of salvation, man's responsibility to God and being dedicated to serve God. They will not tolerate boredom or irrelevancy. They need to feel God's presence with them as they worship him and recognise him in their lives daily. Worship should focus on what junior teens can receive now rather than in the future.