The purpose of these charts is to introduce music to young children. My first chart introduces the different instruments children can choose to play in their elementary school bands, and my second chart introduces the basic notes involved in music.
My first chart is not in an organized setting, but more of a spread with the different options they have. If I had the proper resources, I would make sure to involve pictures of each instrument near them so they can begin recognizing them and naming them.
My second chart is in a much more structured style with all the proper labels and images of all the topics covered.
Materials Needed: Paper or poster board, colorful markers, Stickers or printed out images of instruments, ruler for straight lines, laminator if available
Motivation: Music is a powerful tool that people will never be able to comprehend. Music creates healing, calmer environments, and an endless resource for teaching tools regarding memorization, left and right brain involvement, and so much more. I will encourage for my students to get involved with music every single day. While music is not always considered a core subject, it is truly the most powerful and can be considered one of the most important in many ways.
Advice: Get your students involved in music! If possible, put them in lessons! Get them involved in a youth choir! Put them in classes! You will be amazed at the difference in developmental growth once children add music into their studies.
Ms. Armstrong's Kindergarten Class 