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4th grade social studies songs for Google Apps

Preview of Hamilton The Musical: Comic Book Notes (Distance Learning Included)

Hamilton The Musical: Comic Book Notes (Distance Learning Included)

Teach your students about Hamilton: The Musical through these five pages of comic-book style guided notes! Your students will follow along and complete the comic as they listen to the award-winning Broadway musical. I highly recommend using Amazon Music to play the album as the lyrics will scroll with each song making it much easier for students to follow along.Electoral College Simulation GameI'm Just a Bill - Flowchart with PowerPointU.S. History Simulations:Civil War Simulation GameGold Rush
Preview of Middle School Spanish Class Music Bracket BUNDLE Young Mania Musical Madness

Middle School Spanish Class Music Bracket BUNDLE Young Mania Musical Madness

This young middle school Spanish class music bracket mania musical bundle includes everything you need to teach multiple music bracket mini-units in a young or conservative Spanish class. These updated for 2024 mania musical appropriate Spanish class music brackets can be a Spanish bell ringer or brain break and adapted for any level of Spanish from upper elementary, middle school exploratory Spanish, or conservative high school Spanish for both Spring in Spanish class and Hispanic Heritage Mont
Preview of Virtual Field Trip | Celebrate AANHPI Musicians

Virtual Field Trip | Celebrate AANHPI Musicians

Created by
Surdynski Sounds
Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AAPI, AANHPI) Heritage Month in May or when studying modern/contemporary musicians with this Virtual Field Trip:Mxmtoon (This or That?)Olivia Rodrigo (This or That?)Sam Tsui (This or That?)Vanessa Hudgens (This or That?)Yuna (This or That?)Bruno Mars (True or False?)Yo Yo Ma (True or False?)Zayn Malik (True or False?)SUMMATIVE CROSSWORD & ANSWER KEY includedNotes to Teacher pageEach musician's slide first starts with an image o
Preview of Middle School March Music Bracket - mania musical for YOUNG Spanish class 1

Middle School March Music Bracket - mania musical for YOUNG Spanish class 1

Are you looking for Spanish March music bracket for upper elementary Spanish and middle school Spanish students? This editable mania musical Google resource includes appropriate, authentic videos in Spanish for younger Spanish students, or for more conservative schools with older students in Spanish classes. ⭐️ Get the YOUNG Spanish Music Bracket Bundle for all clean music brackets ⭐️This Appropriate Spanish class music bracket unit includes:✅ Resources for full 16 song bracket or a 1/2 8 song b
Preview of "We Are Water Protectors" Book-based Lesson & "The Earth is Our Mother" Song

"We Are Water Protectors" Book-based Lesson & "The Earth is Our Mother" Song

Created by
Surdynski Sounds
Carole Lindstrom & Michaela Goade's book "We are Water Protectors" is beautifully written & illustrated! Representing legends from Indigenous tribes, this story weaves the words of history and culture into modern day. This music lesson includes:Author & Illustrator informationRead Aloud link (all rights belong to original artists)Water Protector Pledge (from the book) in digital, printable, & color versionsVocal & instrumental music for "The Earth is Our Mother" - Native Am
Preview of A Ram Sam Sam

A Ram Sam Sam

This product teaches the folk song, "A Ram Sam Sam". The lesson focuses on rhythm, adds 3 separate rhythmic ostinatos with suggestions for percussion instruments to accompany them, and shows movements for students to add as they sing. It's a fun lesson for either in school or virtual learning. ENJOY!
Preview of Music Showdown - Canadian Hit Songs

Music Showdown - Canadian Hit Songs

NEW: This is the project I use with my grade 5 arts education students in Saskatchewan. Applies to SK ED's Critical Responsive outcome 5.2 (Respond critically and creatively to a variety of pop culture expressions). Simply make a copy of the entire slide presentation, save it to your files under a new name and enjoy the hyperlinked activity! I let me students work in their sketchbooks while listening to these 16 classic Canadian tunes. After each paired showdown, students vote on the winner.
Preview of We Honor You! -Vocals, accompaniment, movement, timbre, lesson plans K-5,history

We Honor You! -Vocals, accompaniment, movement, timbre, lesson plans K-5,history

Looking for a fresh, new lesson for Black History Month? This might just be what you are looking for! "We Honor You" is a celebration of Black history! It is a unison vocal piece with piano accompaniment, suitable for choral performance or a classroom lesson. It has optional advanced drumming, basic drumming, temple block, and boomwhacker accompaniment choices. Each accompaniment is shown in its score as well as in individual part slides. There is a beautiful soprano recorder interlude option, u
Preview of Hamilton's Financial Plan reading and song analysis (cabinet battle #1)

Hamilton's Financial Plan reading and song analysis (cabinet battle #1)

Created by
VintageValdez
Get students excited about history by playing a song from the Famous Broadway Musical, Hamilton!1. Introduce students to Hamilton's Financial Plan with a reading and short questions.2. Have them analyze (censored) lyrics from the Cabinet Battle and match up perspectives of Washington, Hamilton, and Jefferson. 3. Then extend their learning by having students create a digital poster advertising for Hamilton's financial plan. This is a digital lesson created on Google Slides! Answer key included.
Preview of Gitsigakomim - Blackfoot Nation Tribe:  Song, Facts, Map, & Games

Gitsigakomim - Blackfoot Nation Tribe: Song, Facts, Map, & Games

Created by
Surdynski Sounds
Honor the Blackfoot Nation by singing "Gitsigakomim" & playing games with rhythm sticks. The games are differentiated to allow a wide range of skills and can be played by many ages. Students can create their own movement, explore rhythms, get exposed to Native American music, use rhythm sticks, look at a map, & make their own connections to honor! I use this piece during our Native American unit in November, but bring it back for Mother's Day in May since the lyrics translate to "I lo
Preview of Hamilton Google Slides

Hamilton Google Slides

Created by
Cassie Rosenfeld
This slideshow talks about the plot of Hamilton, Lin Manuel Miranda, the characters, and the history behind some of the songs such as "Yorktown". This is great for music classes as well as history classes.
Preview of Coco: Exploring Culture Through the Eyes of a Young Musician - MOVIE GUIDE

Coco: Exploring Culture Through the Eyes of a Young Musician - MOVIE GUIDE

Coco is a 2017 Pixar movie that tells the story of a young Mexican boy named Miguel who dreams of becoming a musician despite his family's ban on music. The movie explores themes of family, tradition, and the power of music to connect us with our loved ones, both living and deceased. In this (100% editable) viewing guide* - elementary [music] teachers can bring the magic of this award-winning film into their classrooms and engage their students in a fun and educational way. Teachers can use the
Preview of "I Sang You Down from the Stars" Book | "Ho Ho Watanay" & "Twinkle Twinkle" Song

"I Sang You Down from the Stars" Book | "Ho Ho Watanay" & "Twinkle Twinkle" Song

Created by
Surdynski Sounds
Tasha Spillett-Sumner & Michaela Goade's book "I Sang You Down from the Stars" is beautifully written & illustrated! This story tells of a Cree mother preparing for the birth of her child and lends itself to learning 2 lovely lullabies: Ho Ho Watanay (Ojibwe) & Twinkle, Twinkle (English).Michaela Goade is a tribal citizen of the Central Council of Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska.  Her art is also seen in "Water Protectors" which is not only beautiful, but inspired by move
Preview of Cinco de Mayo:"My Maracas" Unit/Lesson. Original song to perform w/Maracas!

Cinco de Mayo:"My Maracas" Unit/Lesson. Original song to perform w/Maracas!

Created by
mr elkins music
Learn about maracas and how to play them. Use school instruments or use provided links to create your own maracas. Learn and perform a fun original song with your maracas called 'My Maracas' with choreography for in-classroom (or Zoom) activities or school performances. Great for Cinco de Mayo, Hispanic Heritage Month or anytime of year!
Preview of "The Song That Called Them Home" Book Based Music Composition Lesson

"The Song That Called Them Home" Book Based Music Composition Lesson

Created by
Surdynski Sounds
Using children's literature in music class creates wonderful opportunities to connect to various people, cultures, holidays, and experiences. David A. Robinson's wonderful words accompany Maya McKibbin's beautiful illustrations in The Song That Called Them Home." Inspired by Indigenous legends, this tale tells of of sibling courage & adventure with a song that brings them home. To accompany this picture book, students will compose their own song sequentially.Included in the slides:Author
Preview of Moana: Exploring Culture Through the Animated Adventure - MOVIE GUIDE

Moana: Exploring Culture Through the Animated Adventure - MOVIE GUIDE

Looking for an engaging and educational way to introduce your elementary school students to the vibrant culture and rich mythology of the South Pacific? Look no further than the movie Moana! This animated musical adventure follows the courageous and determined Moana on her journey to save her people and restore the heart of Te Fiti, with the help of the legendary demigod Maui.This viewing guide is the perfect complement to this inspiring and entertaining movie. Students will be encouraged to thi
Preview of The Colors in Spanish - Los Colores en Espanol

The Colors in Spanish - Los Colores en Espanol

This powerpoint presentation may be used to teach the colors in Spanish.You can sing the song to the tune of "Are you sleeping" or "Frère Jacques".THE SONG IS INCLUDED AS A VIDEO ON SLIDE 2. My kindergarten class loved singing this during our morning meeting and we hope your class enjoys it as well.
Preview of First Americans Rock Song

First Americans Rock Song

This is an educational song for Social Studies. It references important events and achievements of how the first Americans became the first Americans. This song is a great way to help students learn and remember important information. Music is a wonderful tool in helping people learn and it is amazing how some kids can memorize facts if it is set to a tune. This song is sung to the tune of "Jailhouse Rock" by Elvis Presley. There is a fourth and fifth grade version.
Preview of Beginning of Classical Era / Joseph Haydn

Beginning of Classical Era / Joseph Haydn

In this presentation, it will be going over the Classical era and the information about what has been introduced in this new era. Example: The piano. Then, it will go over the life and musical career of Joseph Haydn.
Preview of MLK - Hope and Love - Song/Video - Kind vs.Unkind (Drag and Drop)

MLK - Hope and Love - Song/Video - Kind vs.Unkind (Drag and Drop)

Created by
EVT Kids
This Google Slides includes a song and video showing diverse children playing nicely together. It can be used anytime, but it's especially nice to be incorporated for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. There is young age appropriate information about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and drag and activities for students to demonstrate their understanding of kind and unkind actions.Thank you!
Preview of The Georgia Colony Song

The Georgia Colony Song

Created by
Wilson Workshop
Sing about the formation of the Georgia colony to the tune of the Addams Family! Compatible with SC 3rd and 8th Grade Social Studies Standards.
Preview of Continents and Oceans Song

Continents and Oceans Song

Created by
Kearney's Kids
There may be many out there, but this one is fun! Sung to the tune of Yankee Doodle, it will help your students memorize the continents and oceans. Enjoy!
Preview of Mariachi Song Lyrics & Translations

Mariachi Song Lyrics & Translations

Created by
Nora Hernandez
Have you ever wanted to sing Mariachi songs and you did not know the meaning? Well, no worries, here are four traditional songs! Songs:Song Translation in Spanish & English lyricsSong Translation: La Charreada (Spanish & English lyrics)Song Translation: Mexico Lindo y Querido (Spanish & English lyrics)Song Translation: La Fiesta del Mariachi (Spanish & English lyrics)Social Media: Instagram: @ms.nora_h
Preview of Native American Music Listening Worksheet

Native American Music Listening Worksheet

A listening response worksheet geared towards Native American Music.
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