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NEW RECOURCE! Musical Forms for K-3, part 1

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  Look at the video to learn more about the resource Presentation and Worksheets to introduce Musical Forms to children from K-3. The idea of form is presented in a simple way through many images and examples. The presentation can be completed in one teaching hour and is ideal for substitute teachers too.  The basic idea of the 1st part is to recognise the ideas of Same , Similar & Different in music. Since forms are created when combining same, similar and contrasting ideas, its very important for everyone to have this crucial ability. Movement and play are very important in learning at these ages. Young children have to move and play listening to music and aurally recognise the changes or the repetitions between the parts of a musical work, even without knowing anything about forms and any other terminology. This has to become an essential part of our music lesson.  Adding to the experiential way to learn about forms, the 28 Worksheets deepen the understanding with ...