Songwriting

Students will craft a personalized playlist that reflects moments of joy and inspiration in their lives. This activity enables them to explore music's impact on mood, promoting a deeper understanding of positive influence and emotional expression. This lesson is designed for middle school students and can be completed in one session of 45 minutes.

In this 45-minute, single-session lesson for 6th graders, students explore what makes songs memorable—melody, lyrics, and structure—using collaborative activities and peer feedback to craft and critique original compositions. This Tier 1 lesson empowers creative expression, builds critical listening skills, and fosters a supportive musical community.

In this 30-minute independent learning center, 2nd graders will explore connections between music and literacy by reading song lyrics, identifying rhyming patterns, and composing simple musical rhythms aligned with Common Core and music standards. This lesson promotes cross-curricular integration, student choice, and active learning.

This 30-minute, single-session lesson for 6th-grade students helps them connect personal motivation strategies to the concept of perseverance by creating a three-song playlist. It fosters self-regulation skills and highlights music's role in daily life.

In this interactive 30-minute 6th grade lesson, students explore motivation, perseverance, and self-regulation by curating a three-song playlist tied to strategy prompts. Through class discussion, music snippets, independent creation, and peer sharing, learners will explain how specific songs can boost their determination and self-control.

In this lesson, students will explore various types of music and rhythms through listening and performance activities. They will have the opportunity to create their own musical pieces and perform for their peers. This lesson is important as it encourages creativity, enhances listening skills, and fosters an appreciation for different musical styles.

In this lesson, students will explore how music can influence their motivation and mood. They will engage in discussions about the emotional impact of different music genres and create personalized playlists that inspire and motivate them during various activities. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the psychological effects of music and how it can be used as a tool to enhance focus and energy levels.

In this 30-minute lesson, 7th-grade students explore the musical elements of today's top hit songs, learning to analyze song structure, rhythm patterns, and lyrical themes. This engaging session uses familiar music to deepen students' understanding of composition and creativity, making music theory accessible and relevant.

This resource explores the core elements of catchy melodies and rhythms, helping students understand the building blocks of popular songs. It's important for fostering an early appreciation for musical structure and encouraging creative expression. Intended for 5th-grade students in a single 60-minute session.

Dive into the art of storytelling through lyrics, focusing on themes, imagery, and rhyme schemes. This resource empowers students to express their ideas and emotions in a structured, poetic way, building foundational songwriting skills. Audience: 5th Grade, 1 session, 75 minutes.

In this lesson, students will explore the connection between music and storytelling by creating a soundtrack for a short story. This activity will help them understand how music can convey mood and emotion, enhancing their comprehension and creative skills. By associating music with storytelling, students will develop a deeper appreciation for both art forms and improve their ability to express emotions through music.

This resource introduces students to the fundamentals of rhythm and beat creation, empowering them to become digital music producers. It's crucial for developing foundational music theory skills and hands-on creative expression. Audience: 9th Grade, 1 session, 75 minutes.

In this 15-minute individual session, a first grader will explore why participating in music class is fun, helps them express themselves, and builds confidence. This Tier 3 lesson uses hands-on activities and reflection to encourage engagement and positive attitudes toward music.

In this lesson, students will create a playlist of songs that uplift and inspire them. Each student will share a track with the class, discussing why it resonates with them and listening together. This lesson promotes emotional expression through music, enhances listening skills, and builds a sense of community. It helps students articulate their feelings and understand the impact of music on emotions.

This lesson plan centers around a Music Rhythm Game designed for 9-10-year-olds to learn basic musical rhythm concepts through interactive play and performance. This activity not only enhances musical skills but also promotes appreciation for music. It encourages teamwork and active participation among students.

Using art as a medium to express emotions and practice mindfulness, encouraging creativity and relaxation.

This 30-minute, one-session music lesson introduces 7th graders to basic rhythm and note values (whole, half, quarter, eighth notes). Students will learn to read, clap, and compose simple rhythms, building foundational skills for musical literacy and ensemble playing.

In this lesson, students will explore the impact of music on emotions and well-being by creating a personal playlist of songs that uplift their mood or help them relax. This activity encourages students to use music as a tool for emotional regulation, especially during stressful times, fostering self-awareness and emotional intelligence.

This lesson is designed for a fourth-grade student to help them prepare for a performance, manage anxiety, and develop coping strategies for potential rejection from a talent show. It's important because it empowers the student with emotional resilience and practical skills for public performances. The lesson includes one 25-minute session with a focus on individual support.

In this cross-curricular 7th grade unit, students explore the interplay between music and visual arts by painting what they hear and composing soundscapes for artworks. This Tier 1 classroom lesson spans multiple sessions of 120 minutes each, fostering creativity, critical listening, and self-expression.

In this lesson, students will listen to a short story accompanied by different musical instruments or sounds. They will be encouraged to imagine how the music aligns with the story's emotions and actions, promoting creativity, active listening, and emotional awareness. This lesson is important as it helps young learners connect emotions with music, enhancing their ability to express themselves and understand others.

Students will learn to identify and convey mood in musical compositions by exploring chord choices, tempo, and arrangement. This Tier 1, 45-minute whole-class lesson for 7th grade builds critical listening, creative decision-making, and expressive skills through engaging activities and a clear rubric.

This lesson helps 3rd and 4th graders improve their reading prosody and fluency, focusing on expression, rhythm, and speed. It incorporates engaging activities to support students with diverse learning needs, including those with ADHD and dysgraphia. This single-session lesson is designed for 45 minutes.

Engage grades 4-8 in a music and movement session to explore resilience. Students connect with their inner rhythm, expressing and coping with challenges through coordinated movement patterns and collaborative musical expressions.

A class-wide sensory art workshop linking sound and visuals, where 3rd grade students paint to different music genres, exploring cross-disciplinary creativity and sensory connections in a 50-minute session. This lesson fosters artistic expression, listening skills, and creative thinking.

This lesson focuses on fostering creativity and self-expression by inviting students to create 'expressive journals.' They'll explore different artistic mediums—writing, drawing, and collage—to convey personal experiences and emotions. This approach empowers students to discover and appreciate their unique voices while encouraging mindfulness and emotional literacy.

In this engaging 30-minute lesson, 7th graders will discover the magic of poetry by exploring imagery, rhythm, and rhyme. Students will read and analyze short poems, write their own verses, and share their work to build confidence in creative expression.

In this 45-minute session, students in grades 3–5 will explore the power of creativity through engaging discussions, a short reading, and a hands-on activity. This lesson helps students build confidence in generating original ideas, collaborating, and thinking outside the box.

In this lesson, students will engage in creative activities to express their feelings about rejection and self-worth. Through art and creative writing, they will explore their emotions and build confidence. This lesson is important as it encourages self-reflection and helps students develop a positive self-image, which is crucial for their emotional well-being.

In this lesson, students will engage in mindful listening exercises to explore the therapeutic benefits of music. They will focus on rhythm, melody, and lyrics to understand how music can evoke emotions and reduce stress. This lesson is important as it provides students with tools to manage stress and enhance emotional well-being through music.

This lesson introduces kindergarten students to basic music notes through an engaging and interactive experience. By using experiential learning strategies, students will explore music notes through hands-on activities and a worksheet. This approach helps young learners connect with music in a fun and memorable way, fostering a love for music and enhancing their cognitive development.

Individual coaching rubric to guide 11th grade students in crafting balanced melodies and harmonies in their compositions. This one-on-one session supports personalized feedback and reflection, helping students refine creative skills in a 40-minute format.

This 60-minute, Tier 3 lesson is designed for Tyrey, a 23-year-old individual with a learning disability and pre-K reading/writing level. It focuses on foundational sight words and simple reading skills through engaging, rap-music-inspired activities to build confidence and make learning fun. The lesson is structured for online delivery, minimizing hands-on requirements and maximizing interactive engagement. It aims to prevent frustration by providing clear, encouraging, and easy-to-follow steps.

This four-part literacy lesson series introduces Kindergarten to 3rd-grade students to the wonderful world of reading and books. Through engaging stories, interactive activities, and creative projects, students will discover the joy of reading, explore different genres, and develop a lifelong love for books. This lesson series focuses on fostering literacy skills and a positive attitude towards reading. (4 sessions, 30 minutes each)

Empower students to identify and shift their moods through music and art. This creative approach encourages self-expression and emotional healing, tailored for 9th-grade students. The lesson is designed for a 30-minute session, focusing on individual support to enhance emotional regulation skills.

This lesson focuses on enhancing reading fluency and comprehension through a magical adventure story. Students will engage in a reading activity, followed by a worksheet to assess comprehension, a group discussion to deepen understanding, and an active learning exercise to practice fluency. This approach helps students improve their reading skills while fostering imagination and critical thinking.

In this lesson, students will learn basic magic tricks and the art of performance. They will practice these tricks and create a short magic show to perform in front of their peers. This lesson helps build confidence, public speaking skills, and creativity.

This 45-minute lesson introduces 9th-grade students to the fundamental concepts of beat and rhythm in music. Understanding these elements is crucial for musical literacy, performance, and appreciation. Students will explore how beat provides the pulse and rhythm creates patterns within that pulse through engaging activities and discussion.

This lesson introduces kindergarten students to mindfulness through engaging music and dance activities. By focusing on rhythm, tempo, and emotional expression, students will develop creativity and emotional regulation skills. This lesson is important as it helps young learners connect with their emotions and express themselves in a healthy and creative way.

Encourage students to identify and express emotions through music composition. They will create short musical pieces that represent specific feelings, allowing them to understand emotional nuances and express themselves creatively.

This lesson introduces students to mindfulness through music, helping them focus on their breathing and the sounds around them to cultivate a sense of calmness and focus. This lesson is important as it provides students with a tool to manage stress and improve concentration, which can be beneficial in both academic and personal settings.

In this lesson, leaders will engage in a creative writing challenge where they will craft their own short stories or poems. This session includes peer review to foster feedback skills. This activity helps students enhance their creative thinking, writing abilities, and peer-review skills.

Students will engage in creative arts activities, including drawing and painting, to explore what motivates them. The lesson will conclude with a gallery walk where students share their work. This lesson is important as it helps build self-awareness and fosters creativity, self-expression, and appreciation for peers' perspectives.

Investigate the role of music in enhancing brain functions and mental health. This lesson connects the arts with science, showing how music can be therapeutic. Designed for a 5th-grade class, this 50-minute session explores the intersection of music and neuroscience, aiming to foster an appreciation for the therapeutic potential of music.

This 15-minute small-group Tier 2 journal lesson empowers 3rd graders to self-monitor focus and task completion through daily reflection prompts, boosting self-awareness and responsibility.

This engaging lesson is designed for kindergarten and second-grade students to explore and enhance their motivation through fun activities and discussions. By focusing on motivation, students will learn how to set goals, stay focused, and find joy in learning. This lesson includes a variety of interactive components to keep young learners engaged and inspired.

In this 30-minute Tier 1 ELA lesson, 3rd graders explore growth mindset through engaging stories and reflective activities. Students will learn to embrace challenges, set learning goals, and use positive self-talk to become more resilient readers and writers.

In this lesson, students will explore how art can be a powerful motivator by creating their own motivational posters using different art techniques. This lesson is important as it encourages creativity, self-expression, and the ability to inspire others through visual art. Students will learn to convey positive messages and emotions through their artwork, fostering a sense of accomplishment and boosting their confidence.

This resource guides adults through meal planning, grocery shopping on a budget, and basic cooking techniques, promoting healthy eating habits and self-sufficiency in the kitchen. It fosters well-being and saves money. Audience: Adult Small Group. Duration: 90 minutes.

Unleash creativity by having students create artwork using their knowledge of area. This lesson blends artistic expression with mathematical precision, making learning vibrant and fun for a 4th grade class in a 70-minute session.

In this lesson, students will explore how different music styles and rhythms influence their emotions. By listening to various genres, they will learn to associate feelings with musical components and share personal 'soundtrack choices' that evoke specific emotions. This lesson is important as it nurtures self-awareness and emotional expression, helping students understand and articulate their feelings through the universal language of music.

This lesson helps students identify and express emotions through creative mediums like music and art. It enhances emotional literacy and provides students with an outlet for understanding and reflecting on their feelings, promoting emotional intelligence and self-awareness among all grade levels.

This lesson encourages third graders to express their feelings and thoughts through various art forms. It serves as a therapeutic outlet for self-expression, helping students articulate emotions they might not have words for. This lesson is important as it fosters creativity and emotional intelligence, providing students with tools to express themselves in a healthy and constructive manner.

This lesson helps 1st-grade students develop a personal writing mantra to build confidence and overcome writing challenges. It empowers individual students to find their inner writing voice in a short, focused 15-minute session.

In this lesson, students will explore the concepts of art and teamwork through a collaborative art project. They will watch 'The Good Learner Song' to understand the importance of collaboration and then work together to create a group art piece. This lesson is important as it helps students develop social skills, encourages creativity, and fosters a sense of community.

In this lesson, students will explore their creativity through a collaborative art project. They will watch a short video to inspire their artistic ideas and then work together to create a group mural. This lesson is important as it encourages teamwork, creativity, and self-expression among young learners.

In this lesson, students of all grade levels will work in small groups to create three 8-count dance routines, enhancing their creativity, teamwork, and understanding of rhythm. This engaging session will help students connect music with movement, fostering a sense of rhythm and self-expression. By the end of the lesson, students will have a better understanding of how to synchronize their movements with music, which is essential for developing motor skills and boosting confidence.

This engaging lesson for middle school students (grades 6-8) focuses on teaching students how to set and achieve their goals. In just one 30-minute session, students will learn practical strategies for goal-setting and overcoming obstacles, empowering them to pursue their dreams with confidence. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential life skills that are applicable in both academic and personal contexts.

Explore the connection between music and art to create a multisensory relaxation experience for the entire class, using sound as inspiration for visual art. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the interplay between different art forms and encourages creativity and relaxation. Designed for an 8th-grade class, this single session lasts 50 minutes.

Explore the connection between music and art to create a multisensory relaxation experience for the entire class, using sound as inspiration for visual art. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the interplay between different art forms and encourages creativity and relaxation. Designed for an 8th-grade class, this single session lasts 50 minutes.

This engaging lesson is designed to teach students aged 11 and 15 about brain health and how art can be used as a strategy to enhance mental well-being before standardized testing. By integrating creative expression, students will learn techniques to manage stress and improve focus, making this lesson both practical and empowering. The session will last for 1 hour and is structured to include a warm-up, video, discussion, and cool-down.

This 40-minute Tier 1 lesson helps 6th-grade students compose and layer rhythms, fostering creativity and collaboration. It's designed with active engagement and clear structure to support students with ADHD and diverse learning needs, promoting active listening and participation.

In this two-part, 20-minute-per-session unit for Kindergarten and 1st grade, students will explore positive leadership qualities through engaging songs, movement, and cooperative games. By connecting music-making with leadership roles, children will build confidence, teamwork, and communication skills in a supportive small-group setting.

Help students craft their own motivational mantras to build self-confidence and a positive mindset. This lesson involves brainstorming sessions and creative writing exercises, encouraging students to identify words and phrases that resonate personally and uplift them in times of doubt or stress. Tailored for upper elementary to high school students.

This lesson plan is designed to engage 7-8 year olds in a creative art activity that encourages self-expression and teamwork. Through active learning and game-based strategies, students will explore their artistic abilities and learn to appreciate different forms of art. This lesson is important as it fosters creativity, enhances fine motor skills, and promotes collaboration among peers.

In this 30-minute lesson for 12th graders, students will learn how to monitor their academic and personal progress using effective tools like goal-setting, progress logs, and self-reflection. This essential skill empowers students to take ownership of their learning, stay on track, and celebrate achievements.

This resource guides small groups of Kindergarteners in exploring and expressing their feelings through creative storytelling and art. It helps children articulate their inner experiences in a safe, supportive environment. Audience: Kindergarten Group. Duration: 45 minutes. Includes a lesson plan, slide deck, journal, and discussion.

In this 45-minute Tier 1 dance lesson, 9th-grade students will harness the creative process to craft and perform their own choreography using personal headphones. This engaging activity builds collaboration, rhythm awareness, and performance confidence.

Discover the pulse of music! This lesson will introduce 5th-grade students to the fundamental concepts of rhythm and help them understand how different beats create engaging musical patterns. Designed for a single 30-minute session, students will actively participate in recognizing and creating rhythms, fostering a deeper appreciation for music.

This engaging lesson is designed to help school-age students develop a positive mindset in just 15 minutes. Through interactive activities and games, students will learn how to harness the power of positive thinking to improve their daily lives. This lesson is crucial as it equips students with the mental tools to face challenges with optimism and resilience.

Help an individual student develop a journaling practice that combines art and writing for self-reflection and relaxation. This lesson is important as it encourages personal growth, emotional expression, and stress relief through creative means, tailored for a 10th-grade student in a 30-minute session.