Our task with our students is to focus concentration, initiate research, and then relax back into an overview through the arts and play. They must also be able to view a microscopic individual responding to factors in its life, without losing the perspective of the whole. Music Music is mentioned early in the process because it takes time for students to develop skills and familiarity with songs to sing in the parade. Music is a universal lubricant for human emotions and can be integrated into any program. When music starts, it says that we're about to have fun.
Music is a powerful educational tool as well.
Ask anyone how they learned the alphabet and they will sing the alphabet song. Use song as a break to punctuate lessons. An excellent music tape and songbook are available from the publishers of this study guide. In preparation for the parade, each class can write a theme song or rap to sing as they march along. Five-gallon plastic water bottles and large popcorn cans work as drums.