Take the children outdoors, around the playground, or just around the block. Ask the children hum a little tune inspired by each sound, then put the parts together and hum the whole song. Family Involvement Have the children interview various people in their home. Ask each family member what their favorite song is and why. Find out what the tune makes them feel and why it stays in their head.
Families can make up their own songs, or have fun changing the words to their favorite songs.
Community Connection Ask the conductor of a local symphony or youth orchestra if you may bring students to a rehearsal. If there is time, ask him or her how he listens to the music and directs the players. Invite a singer-songwriter to perform an original song for the children and talk about what inspired him or her to write it. The music of the flute player living on the fifth floor of an apartment building drifts down to her neighbors, reminding each one of some personal longing. Only a child living in an apartment where nobody sings and the windows are kept closed is unaware of what she is missing.