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1st Grade - 5th Grade

Colonial Life - Family Roles & Responsibilities - 13 Original Colonies

Colonial Life - Family Roles & Responsibilities - 13 Original Colonies

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Colonial Life - Family Roles & Responsibilities - 13 Original Colonies

1st Grade - 5th Grade

English

Explore life in the 13 original colonies with a focus on family roles, responsibilities, and societal structures. Gain an understanding of the various roles within a colonial family and the economic and social dynamics of colonial America.

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4th Grade - 7th Grade

Pitch Modification - Accidentals - Music Theory

Pitch Modification - Accidentals - Music Theory

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Pitch Modification - Accidentals - Music Theory

4th Grade - 7th Grade

Performing Arts

Explore how accidentals in music alter pitch by identifying flats, sharps, and naturals to understand their impact on note placement and modifications.

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Kindergarten - 4th Grade

Musical Skills - Instrument Recognition - Iconic Musicians

Musical Skills - Instrument Recognition - Iconic Musicians

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Musical Skills - Instrument Recognition - Iconic Musicians

Kindergarten - 4th Grade

Arts

Engage with the diverse world of music to gain knowledge about iconic musicians and the instruments they mastered. Achieve the capability to recognize a variety of musical instruments and differentiate between musical genres.

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5th Grade - 12th Grade

Basic Concepts - Elements of Music - Music Theory

Basic Concepts - Elements of Music - Music Theory

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Basic Concepts - Elements of Music - Music Theory

5th Grade - 12th Grade

Arts

Explore fundamental music theory, focusing on the structure and symbols used in sheet music. Understand essential concepts such as note identification, symbol interpretation, and the musical alphabet to enhance the ability to read and interpret music effectively.

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4th Grade - 6th Grade

Note Identification Practice - Music Reading Skills - Introduction to Music Theory

Note Identification Practice - Music Reading Skills - Introduction to Music Theory

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Note Identification Practice - Music Reading Skills - Introduction to Music Theory

4th Grade - 6th Grade

Arts

Focus on identifying musical notes and understanding basic music theory principles. Through engaging activities, improve music reading skills and enhance the ability to recognize different notes, which is crucial for developing musical proficiency.

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3rd Grade - 5th Grade

Critical Thinking - Developing Claims - Opinion Analysis

Critical Thinking - Developing Claims - Opinion Analysis

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Critical Thinking - Developing Claims - Opinion Analysis

3rd Grade - 5th Grade

Arts, English

Engage in critical thinking by examining claims related to topical issues, such as plastic straw bans and school day timings. Develop skills to articulate and assess arguments, supporting opinions with coherent reasoning.

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3rd Grade - 8th Grade

Music Preferences - Survey and Exploration - Music Genres

Music Preferences - Survey and Exploration - Music Genres

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Music Preferences - Survey and Exploration - Music Genres

3rd Grade - 8th Grade

Fun

Engage with a wide range of music genres to express personal preferences, enhancing understanding of diverse musical styles and fostering an appreciation for global music cultures.

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5th Grade - 8th Grade

Identifying Notes - Musical Alphabet - Basic Music Theory

Identifying Notes - Musical Alphabet - Basic Music Theory

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Identifying Notes - Musical Alphabet - Basic Music Theory

5th Grade - 8th Grade

Arts

Learners develop the essential skill of identifying the sequence of musical notes in the Western musical alphabet. The learning process focuses on recognizing and recalling the order and relationships between these notes, forming a foundation for reading and writing music.

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5th Grade - 8th Grade

Note Identification and Beat Value - Music Notation - Music Theory

Note Identification and Beat Value - Music Notation - Music Theory

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Note Identification and Beat Value - Music Notation - Music Theory

5th Grade - 8th Grade

Arts, Other, Performing Arts

Explore music theory by identifying music notes and their respective beat values. Enhance recognition of various note types and understand their timing within musical compositions. Strengthen theoretical knowledge while improving practical application skills.

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2nd Grade - 4th Grade

Musical Structure - Song Forms - Understanding Musical Composition

Musical Structure - Song Forms - Understanding Musical Composition

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Musical Structure - Song Forms - Understanding Musical Composition

2nd Grade - 4th Grade

Arts

Analyze and understand the organization of music through various song forms, focusing on key structural elements such as the chorus, verse, and bridge. This lesson aims to enhance the ability to recognize and implement musical structures, thereby improving compositional skills.

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5th Grade - 8th Grade

Music Theory Basics - Understanding Music Notation - Fundamentals of Music

Music Theory Basics - Understanding Music Notation - Fundamentals of Music

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Music Theory Basics - Understanding Music Notation - Fundamentals of Music

5th Grade - 8th Grade

Performing Arts

Understand the fundamentals of music notation by examining the roles of the staff, clefs, and time signatures. Identify key components of music staff notation and learn how ledger lines aid in note identification.

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5th Grade - 8th Grade

Reading Musical Notation - Understanding Clefs and Staff - Music Theory Basics

Reading Musical Notation - Understanding Clefs and Staff - Music Theory Basics

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Reading Musical Notation - Understanding Clefs and Staff - Music Theory Basics

5th Grade - 8th Grade

Performing Arts

Explore the foundational elements of music theory with a focus on reading musical notation and understanding the function of different clefs on the staff. Achieve a comprehensive understanding of how pitches and rhythms are represented, enabling accurate interpretation and performance of music.

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5th Grade - 8th Grade

Major and Minor Sound Identification - Listening Skills - Music Theory

Major and Minor Sound Identification - Listening Skills - Music Theory

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Major and Minor Sound Identification - Listening Skills - Music Theory

5th Grade - 8th Grade

Performing Arts, Arts

Develop listening skills in music theory by distinguishing between major and minor sounds through analyzing audio clips. Learners will enhance their ability to identify musical tonality, leading to a deeper understanding and appreciation of musical compositions.

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1st Grade - 4th Grade

Music Note Values - Identifying and Understanding Rhythm - Fundamentals of Music Theory

Music Note Values - Identifying and Understanding Rhythm - Fundamentals of Music Theory

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Music Note Values - Identifying and Understanding Rhythm - Fundamentals of Music Theory

1st Grade - 4th Grade

Arts, Specialty, Other

Focus on understanding the fundamental values and names of music notes, emphasizing how each note contributes to rhythm. Develop skills to identify various notes and comprehend their beat values to enhance the ability to read and interpret sheet music effectively.

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Kindergarten - 4th Grade

[Understanding Music Notation - Music Staff and Clefs - Basic Music Theory]

[Understanding Music Notation - Music Staff and Clefs - Basic Music Theory]

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[Understanding Music Notation - Music Staff and Clefs - Basic Music Theory]

Kindergarten - 4th Grade

Performing Arts

Learn to identify the fundamental elements of music notation, including the music staff, time signatures, and clefs. Develop essential skills such as recognizing clefs and understanding how bars and measures structure musical compositions.

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Kindergarten - 12th Grade

Fundamentals - Basic Music Concepts - Introduction to Music

Fundamentals - Basic Music Concepts - Introduction to Music

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Fundamentals - Basic Music Concepts - Introduction to Music

Kindergarten - 12th Grade

Arts

Explore the fundamental elements of music, including rhythm, melody, and harmony. Gain an understanding of foundational music concepts and learn how musical compositions are structured.

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2nd Grade - 5th Grade

Fundamentals of Music - Music Theory - Core Concepts

Fundamentals of Music - Music Theory - Core Concepts

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Fundamentals of Music - Music Theory - Core Concepts

2nd Grade - 5th Grade

Arts

Explore fundamental aspects of music, including notation, rhythms, and harmonies. Gain a thorough understanding of music theory, developing skills necessary for reading and composing music effectively.

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3rd Grade - 5th Grade

Understanding Music Notation - Treble and Bass Clefs - Introduction to Music Theory

Understanding Music Notation - Treble and Bass Clefs - Introduction to Music Theory

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Understanding Music Notation - Treble and Bass Clefs - Introduction to Music Theory

3rd Grade - 5th Grade

Performing Arts

Discover the fundamentals of music notation by examining the structure of the music staff, understanding the differences between treble and bass clefs, and learning the musical alphabet. Acquire skills in identifying lines and spaces on the staff, distinguishing between high and low pitches, and recognizing the roles of clefs in initiating musical pieces.

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1st Grade - 5th Grade

Understanding Accidentals - Pitch Modifications - Music Theory

Understanding Accidentals - Pitch Modifications - Music Theory

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Understanding Accidentals - Pitch Modifications - Music Theory

1st Grade - 5th Grade

Arts

Examine the role of accidentals in music theory, focusing on the influence of flats, sharps, and naturals in modifying pitch. Learners will grasp fundamental pitch adjustment techniques, enhancing their ability to read and interpret musical notation effectively.

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