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Rhythm

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Third graders sing in 3/4 meter with an upbeat. They write a poem using descriptive words. Students move at different speeds to show quarter, half and eigth notes. They play a math game involving the number of beats a quarter, half and eighth note is held.

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eighth notes, music notes, sheet music, half notes, quarter notes

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eighth notes, half notes, quarter notes, rhythm, visual and performing arts
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Grade
3rd
Subjects
Visual & Performing Arts
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
45 mins
Instructional Strategy
Skills Practice

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