- Dynamics and Timbre of "Amani Utupe" - Students will use non-pitched percussion instruments to accompany a chosen song. Level: 2 to 12
- Find the Sound - Students will learn to identify sounds of certain musical instruments. Level: K to 3
- Keyboards - Learn more about the piano through this activity. Level: 2nd Grade
- Making Music - This pdf file will teach children how to create their own music. Level: Preschool
- Shake that Shaker - A pdf file for children to learn how to make their own musical instrument using items found at home. Level: Preschool
- Decorate A Drum - Kids will have fun making their own drum. Level: Preschool
- Musical Instrument Appreciation - The object of this lesson is to teach students the different types of musical instruments, how to identify them and learn how to appreciate them. Level: 2, 3, 4,
- Acoustical Science - Students will make their own instruments from different musical instrument families and learn about pitch. Level: K to 4
- Introducing Instruments - Introducing percussion instruments and exploring its characteristics. Level: K to 6
- Families of Instruments - An introduction to instrument families. Level: Second Grade
- Homemade Instruments - Offers several resources to teach kids how to create their own musical instruments; contains photo guides.
- The Percussion Family - Students learn about the various types of instruments, how to play it and create their own ensemble using these instruments. Level: Second Grade
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