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Music Common Core RI.11-12.2 resources

Preview of Poem Song Pairings - Hip Hop Meets Classic Poetry

Poem Song Pairings - Hip Hop Meets Classic Poetry

If you are looking for poem and song pairings with low risk of vulgar language, this one is for you. Poetry set to music is a quintessential lesson plan that appeals to almost all teens, regardless of demographic. This lesson has a complete rap song with lyrics, as well as a classic poem from Lord Byron to help students analyze various accounts of a subject from two different mediums, a standard that is sometimes difficult to address. There are two live links to the poem and the song (clean vers
Preview of Science_ Live Music Stimulates Brain More than Streamed Music_Current Event_2024

Science_ Live Music Stimulates Brain More than Streamed Music_Current Event_2024

Music can have a strong effect on our emotions. A study found that live performances trigger a stronger emotional response than listening to music from a device.Current events PDF lesson plans for reading comprehension practice or standardized testing preparation. Long reading passage of recent news stories for middle and high school students in grades 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12. Includes literacy strategies and graphic organizers to support struggling readers. Also great for independent readers or
Preview of Black History Month: Music & Art's Role in Social Change Project

Black History Month: Music & Art's Role in Social Change Project

This multi-media project is designed to help students examine the role music and photographs have played in social change from the time of the Civil Rights Movement to today. In this project, students will: examine and synthesize multiple texts (photos/songs/Articles/) and will analyze the significance of each in the social changes that came about due to the Civil Rights Movement. Students will create a multi-media slideshow presentation in which they compare/contrast music and photos, and ana
Preview of Literature and Music:  A Natural Connection

Literature and Music: A Natural Connection

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Opal's Gems
After 15 years of teaching varying abilities levels of 9-12th grade, the only assignment that NEVER fails to engage my students is one with music. This resource is a diverse chart of 200 authors (classic and contemporary) connected to 265 songs (the artist's name is included) from multiple genres (poetry, novels, short stories, plays,etc). I use this list in various capacities - as an introduction to the novel or poem, as an analysis piece (think character, textual, thematic, etc. ) or in WHAT
Preview of Hola, Flamenco – A Mini-Curriculum Devoted to Spain's National Art

Hola, Flamenco – A Mini-Curriculum Devoted to Spain's National Art

History, Music, Dance, Cultural Studies and adventure come together in a high-spirited romp through the rolling hills of Andalusia!‘Hola, Flamenco’ is a historically-themed mini-curriculum dedicated to Spain’s UNESCO-recognized national art. Featuring performances, demonstrations and interviews with some of Flamenco’s most renowned and charismatic figures, it provides a striking, vibrant introduction to Spain, to European History, and to one of the world’s most beloved cultural genres.***An exci
Preview of Reggae, Calypso, Salsa & ‘Tambrin – An Introduction to Caribbean Music

Reggae, Calypso, Salsa & ‘Tambrin – An Introduction to Caribbean Music

The spirit of the Caribbean comes alive! 'Destination: Caribbean' is a seven-part essay series that follows one Musicologist's journey into Caribbean History.'Reggae, Calypso, Salsa and 'Tambrin' is the series's 700-word introduction. It provides a brief survey of the historical conditions that gave rise to the Caribbean's modern music forms. This primer is an excellent resource for History, Social Studies and Geography teachers, or for instructors of the Fine Arts, looking to provide their stud
Preview of Music as a Time Machine – Mini-Curriculum from the documentary 'Hola, Flamenco'

Music as a Time Machine – Mini-Curriculum from the documentary 'Hola, Flamenco'

One of the most fascinating aspects of music and dance is how they often mirror the historical conditions from which they arose. Flamenco, with its exotic movements and rhythms, helps to tell Spain’s complicated story of migration and religious conquest. It acts as a looking glass, a living monument to the region's Arab, Jewish, Gitano (Romany) and Eastern roots, that might otherwise be lost. 'Music as a Time Machine' is a 2000-word informational text that can help teachers supplement lesson pla
Preview of Music as a Time Machine – Compare and Contrast ‘Cheat Sheet’ Grid

Music as a Time Machine – Compare and Contrast ‘Cheat Sheet’ Grid

One of the most fascinating aspects of music and dance is how they often mirror the historical conditions from which they arose. Flamenco, with its exotic movements and rhythms, helps to tell Spain’s complicated story of migration and religious conquest. It acts as a looking glass, a living monument to the region's Arab, Jewish, Gitano (Romany) and Eastern roots, that might otherwise be lost.'Music as a Time Machine' is a 2000-word informational text that can help teachers supplement lesson plan
Preview of Music as a Time Machine – Understanding Flamenco, Understanding History

Music as a Time Machine – Understanding Flamenco, Understanding History

One of the most fascinating aspects of music and dance is how they often mirror the historical conditions from which they arose. Flamenco, with its exotic movements and rhythms, helps to tell Spain’s complicated story of migration and religious conquest. It acts as a looking glass, a living monument to the region's Arab, Jewish, Gitano (Romany) and Eastern roots, that might otherwise be lost.'Music as a Time Machine' is a 2000-word informational text that can help teachers supplement lesson plan
Preview of Music as a Time Machine - Vocabulary Exercise

Music as a Time Machine - Vocabulary Exercise

One of the most fascinating aspects of music and dance is how they often mirror the historical conditions from which they arose. Flamenco, with its exotic movements and rhythms, helps to tell Spain’s complicated story of migration and religious conquest. It acts as a looking glass, a living monument to the region's Arab, Jewish, Gitano (Romany) and Eastern roots, that might otherwise be lost. 'Music as a Time Machine' is a 2000-word informational text that can help teachers supplement lesson pla
Preview of Music as a Time Machine - Reading Comprehension Quiz

Music as a Time Machine - Reading Comprehension Quiz

One of the most fascinating aspects of music and dance is how they often mirror the historical conditions from which they arose. Flamenco, with its exotic movements and rhythms, helps to tell Spain’s complicated story of migration and religious conquest. It acts as a looking glass, a living monument to the region's Arab, Jewish, Gitano (Romany) and Eastern roots, that might otherwise be lost.'Music as a Time Machine' is a 2000-word informational text that can help teachers supplement lesson plan
Preview of Into the Wild Multi-Genre Project Presentation

Into the Wild Multi-Genre Project Presentation

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Opal's Gems
This assignment is fun, creative and introduces students to the idea of multi-genre projects. It is a straightforward way to engage students without overwhelming them with technology.Related Resources Verbs that Identify Author’s Purpose Word SortEmbedding Quotes Model and PracticeTeaching StyleIdentifying ToneThe Synthesis Process:  College Level WritingSyntax and RhetoricVarying Sentence BeginningsConnotation and Denotation Exercises50 Ways to Make Your Writing Sound Smart90 Alternatives to a
Preview of Non-Fiction Study:  A Musical Memoir Essay

Non-Fiction Study: A Musical Memoir Essay

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Opal's Gems
I use this assignment with my more reluctant readers and writers as a means of connecting non-fiction memoirs to something they all love: music. This seven page assignment lays out a template for the essay with pre-writing and drafting included. Typically, I conduct a peer review assignment and then students polish off their final essay into a publishable piece. Sometimes, depending on the class, I add a presentation component where students can share their essay using one of the songs they
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