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Write Your Own Rap

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Third graders create a rap using basic AB form composition. Evaluation of performances are based on rubric formed during the first lesson plan by all students. This three to four day lesson plan culminates in student performances and evaluation.

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compositions, rap music, rhyming

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ab form, composition, performance, rap, rhyming, visual and performing arts
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Resource Details

Grade
3rd
Subjects
Visual & Performing Arts
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
3 days
Instructional Strategies
Project-Based Learning
1 more...
Technology
Audio

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