Fossils - Song & Ostinatos

Dinosaur fossils are a wonderful springboard for different rhythmic ostinatos. 

Enhance your classroom with captivating "Dinosaur Bones" book companion activities, offering a versatile approach to engage your students—Dinosaur Bones by Bob Barner.

Begin by immersing them in the world of fossils through reading and discussion, then seamlessly transition to teaching the accompanying song using a visually appealing slide deck.

Explore the melodic dimension by warming up with So-La-Mi pitch patterns and dissecting the Dino Bones song into manageable sections. Students actively identify changes in melody, marking the shifts between high and low notes, fostering musical understanding.

Venture into the instrumental realm as you sing through the piece, incorporating steady beats on the body before transferring to barred or unpitched percussion instruments. The comprehensive plan effortlessly integrates notation, encouraging students to connect solfege to barred instruments and arrange them in the F Pentatonic scale.

Two exciting options for playing the melody on barred instruments, cater to varying skill levels. Whether your students play the entire melody or collaborate with maracas for a rhythmic interplay, the plan promotes teamwork and exploration. Challenge students to work together or independently to master each small phrase, gradually assembling the pieces to complete the entire song. As the grand finale, add a steady beat on the barred instruments, creating a harmonious fusion of melody and rhythm. Dive into the world of "Dinosaur Bones" and watch your students embark on a musical journey filled with creativity and collaboration!

Check out my other Dino-themed lessons:

Pirasaurs

Dino Boogie

Fossils

What do Dinosaurs do?

We are the Dinosaurs!