Chicka Chicka Boom Boom - Kids In Need Foundation

1 This project culminated with a Hawaiian themed musical production. Curriculum/State Standards CA State Standards: K-1 Recite and memorize poetryK- Keep rhythm using repetitionFunctional Goals Special Education- Learn LettersWhen asked what is your name will respond correctlyOverview Over a period of 12 weeks, children with severe developmental disabilities were taught from a music therapist to respond to literature with music and rhythm. The end product was a musical production with a Hawaiian theme, featuring twelve different books and coordinating music.

2 The performance featured 65 children singing, reading, and dancing to an audience of 100. The final production was amazing! ObjectivesThe students will enhance their reading and analytical skills as they convert written instructions to meaningful students will respond to literature within the context of music and students will develop psychomotor skills by producing different sounds using different player with microphonevarious books with repetitive linesmusic which matches the booksinstrumentsgiant inflatable lettersIntellitunes Readiness ActivityThe 12 weeks began with an introduction of stories with repetitive lines and songs with clear

3 Distinct rhythm. Teaching the skill of starting and stopping with direction was crucial for education and production to take place. Strategies/Activities Reading stories, singing stories, matching word to word and then word to picturesKeeping beat to abab patternsWe were able to slow down the music so the children had an easier time keeping the rhythm. As the children experienced success, the music was able to be sped groups of children were instructed in 20 minute intervals on the songs and books they would sing for the production.

4 The music teacher planned the production so that the production flowed from one group to another. Culminating ActivityProduction songs and stories following an Hawaiian theme to an audience of district personnel, parents, teachers, and other students. We were honored that the district superintendent came to the production. There were rave reviews from everyone. Evaluation MethodFinal production was the performance to an audience. The audience sent notes and letters to the teachers involved. The comments ! AMAZING! Phenomenal!

5 Give us the date for next year! What a showcase of talent!, etc. THIS WINNING PROJECT IDEA SUBMITTED BY:Shirleen St. Clair, Joan Brewer, Shari LeeWagner Elementary SchoolPlacentia, CA school supplies. changing GRADE LEVEL12 WEEKS$500 TOTAL BUDGETC hicka Chicka boom boom