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Songs for Science: Ecosystems in Harmony

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Overview

Program Description:
In this program we use the musical concept of harmony as a metaphor for, and artistic representation of, relationships within ecosystems. This program defines "harmony" as "Two or more things, working... Read more
Available to Grade(s): PK, K, 1, 2

Logistics

Program Format: In-School Performance & In-School Workshop
Program Format Details: Program intended for individual classes of a grade level to experience separately.
Cost Per Student: $10
Number of Visits: 1
Length of Visit: 45 minutes
Availability: Emmy is available to present this program all year long on Tuesdays and Thursdays only.

Requirements

Length Info: This program is designed to be 45 minutes, but can be shortened to 30 minutes or expanded to 60 minutes to meet the teacher's needs.

5 minutes will be needed for set up and breakdown.
Program Requires Prior Meeting: no
Materials Arts Provider Provides:
Guitar (or ukulele), melodica, 3-tone chime, various percussion instruments, class set of acorns, class set of clear bottles, the book “Hide and Seek”, hand-held digital microscope, ipad and/or ph... Read more
Materials School Provides:
The only set up needed is access to an internet-connected smart board - if no smart board is available, program can be adjusted accordingly.A chair in front of the room to sit in is helpfu... Read more
Space: Classroom
Space and/or Set Up Requirements for Program: Students can be either seated in rows in a carpet area or at their desks/tables - both work fine and the choice is up to the teacher.

Learning Standards

Curriculum Focus: Science
Common Core Standard: Grade 2 Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems
Art Form: Music
Core Art Standard: Performing Anchor Standard 6: Convey meaning through the presentation of artistic work.
Program Learning Targets:
Students will practice being musicians and scientists as they explore harmonious musical sounds/patterns.Students will draw connections between elements within a habitat (plants, animals,... Read more
Wit & Wisdom Connection: Grade 2 Module 4: Good Eating
Get to Know Our Arts Provider:

Emmy Brockman

www.emmybrockman.com