$5 - $10 10th Grade Music Activities (by date, oldest first)

Are you stumped about what to do with your students for Valentine's Day? Don't worry about it! Let them analyze LOVE songs!

The LOVE Song Analysis& Projects RESOURCE for middle and high schoolers can be used for one day, one week, or up to a month or unit of love and adds excitement for them, even if they don't have a "boo" or "bae."

This EDITABLE resource has 9 PROJECTS and assignments, a whopping 25 popular love songs with videos, lyrics provided to display on your Promethean OR for annotations, and a general set of questions for you to tailor to your situation. Check this out!

THIS RESOURCE INCLUDES:

1. 25 POPULAR MULTI-GENRE LOVE SONGS for analysis!

2. Over 100+ Discussion Questions,

3. 9 Projects/Assignments

4. Variety of Genres

5. Multi-Love-Related Themes (Endless, break up, reserved types of themes)

6. LYRICS links for each song provided and more

Some SONGS INCLUDED:

1. Beyonce's "Love on Top"

2. The Beatles' "I Wanna Hold Your Hand"

3. Selena Gomez's "Lose You to Love Me"

4. No Doubt's "Don't Speak"

5. Taylor Swift's "You Belong With Me"

6. Tevin Campbell's "Can We Talk?"

7. Lionel Richie & Diana Ross' "Endless Love"

8. Usher's "Burn"

9. Brandy & Monica's "The Boy is Mine"

10. Ed Sheeran's "Perfect"

and 15 other Popular LOVE songs

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"4 LOVE SONNETS" [POEMS & DISCUSSION QUESTIONS]

4 LOVE SONNETS [MEGA-PACK]

THE LOVE BUNDLE [POEMS ON LOVE, LOSS, & LIFE]

SECONDARY GET-TO-KNOW-YOU YEAR-ROUND BINGO AND GAMES

T.P. - C.A.S.T.T. [MNEMONIC GRAPHIC ORGANIZER]

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I am not throwing away my shot! Hamilton vs. Burr: A Musical Journey through Conflict and Character is an innovative resource designed for upper middle school and lower high school English Language Arts teachers. This engaging packet leverages the powerful narrative of the musical 'Hamilton' to delve into the intricate dynamics between two of America's founding fathers, Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr. This literary analysis is an easy way to practice plot, conflict, and character development while enjoying some of the best songs from the Hamilton Musical soundtrack.

Key Highlights:

• Detailed Lyric Analysis: Students will read and annotate the lyrics of key songs, exploring the deep narrative and character development. Song lyrics include Aaron Burr, Sir, My Shot, Wait for It, The Election of 1800, Your Obedient Servant, and The World Was Wide Enough.
• Figurative Language Identification: Enhance literary comprehension by identifying figurative language, fostering a greater appreciation of the songs' poetic elements.
• Critical Character and Conflict Exploration: Thought-provoking questions on conflict, plot, and character are included, promoting analytical skills through a 'Claim, Evidence, Reasoning' framework.
• Cross-Curricular Engagement: Seamlessly integrating music and history with English literature, this resource offers a multi-dimensional learning experience.
• Interactive Google Slides Presentation: A comprehensive presentation with embedded songs enhances classroom engagement and interaction.
• Comprehensive Answer Key: Facilitates teaching and ensures effective learning outcomes.

Extension Opportunities:

• Creative Writing Prompts: Encourage students to write from the perspectives of Hamilton or Burr, deepening their understanding of these historical figures.
• Debate Sessions: Host debates on the decisions and actions of Hamilton and Burr, fostering critical thinking and public speaking skills.
• Research Projects: Students can undertake research projects on the historical accuracy of the musical, comparing it with actual historical events.

'Hamilton vs. Burr: A Musical Journey through Conflict and Character' is more than just a teaching resource; it's a gateway to exploring history, literature, and music in an immersive and captivating way. Prepare to bring the excitement of 'Hamilton' into your classroom and watch as your students develop a richer understanding of literary analysis, historical context, and character study.