Less than $5 5th Grade Easter Independent Work Packet (by date, latest first)

Calling all special education and primary teachers! Spring is finally here! Enjoy your Spring Break and let me do the work for you!

This Easter themed pattern match file folder game is a perfect fit for your Spring small group math centers/ stations and independent work stations. This tool provides 16 different patterned Easter Eggs that vary in color and size. This resource can be especially helpful in Autism and MD unit classrooms.

Simply:

• print single sided in color
• cut game pieces and glue one match to a file folder
• laminate the remaining set
• use velcro to create matching game

Easily engage your young learners this Spring and use this resource for years to come!

Save your prep time and download today!

Do you need some fun activities to keep your early finishers engaged during the winter month of April to help celebrate all the fun days during the month? There are activities included for April Fool's Day, Easter, Earth Day and beyond! Perfect for fillers and brain breaks! This monthly packet features 20 fun pages of independent work like puzzles, games, and SEL-centered drawing and coloring activities.

This April-themed Early Finishers Packet will keep elementary and middle school students busy when they finish their work! They'll love the fun games they can play with a partner quietly, or the selection of challenging puzzles and creative activities this packet offers!

***CHECK OUT THE PREVIEW FOR FOR FULL DETAILS!***

Included in the Resource:

• 1 Crossword Puzzle with solution
• 1 Sudoku with solution
• 1 Maze - with solution
• 1 Word Search
• 1 Tic Tac Toe partner game
• 1 Dot to Dot
• 1 Word Escape Puzzle - with answer key
• 1 Complete the Picture Symmetry sheet
• 1 Positive Affirmation Mandala Coloring Page
• 1 Think Outside the Box Drawing Sheets - 4 per page!
• 1 Pop Art Coloring Page
• 2 More Coloring Pages
• 1 Grid Drawing Challenge
• 1 Word Work Activity
• 1 Word Scramble with solution
• 1 I Spy Page
• 1 DIY Color by Number
• 1 Design Time Page
• 1 Connect the Dots partner game

This resource requires NO PREP - simply print and staple each packet or use the activities separately. Either way, it's guaranteed to keep your kiddos busy and engaged. I often like to challenge the class with an activity from the pack and offer a small reward to whoever solves the puzzle first! So fun! A black & white cover is included.

✔️ LOOKING FOR MORE EARLY FINISHER PACKETS?

► If you love this packet and want one for every month, then save over 50% by purchasing the ⭐️Monthly Early Finisher Bundle⭐️ This Bundle includes all 12 months of the year and has fun activities themed for each month!! 

**Prep is quick and easy…**Simply print off a packet for each month and students always know what to do when they’re done early!

TEACHERS LIKE YOU SAID…

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Mrs. Drope says, "My students LOVE this packet. The maze and the dot to make a box is their favorite. Thank you for such a complete packet.”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Ivory S. says, "This was so easy and convenient to throw onto the printer the last week of school. My students loved the word scrambles and the crossword puzzle. I cannot wait to use this again!”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Alison J. says, "Great early finisher activity pack. Print them out for students to use all year long. Thank you!”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Jennifer F. says, "Great for after testing! Super fun and useful to keep kids working quietly!”

PERFECT FOR...

• early finishers
• morning work
• independent classwork
• small groups
• sub work
• class games
• end of day
• after testing
• end of the year
• brain breaks
• fillers

Have a question?

Please check out the Q&A section or message me and I'll get back to you within 24 hours.

✔️Don't forget to leave me feedback! I love to hear what my buyers say, how the product worked for them, and any feedback I can use to improve my product! (It also earns you points towards future TeachShare Purchases)

**For personal and single classroom use only. If using with multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses at the discounted rate.**

★I would love to have you as my newest follower!★ Click here to follow.

With its emotional depth and grandeur, classical musicresonates with the human spirit in ways words often struggle to. As students listen to sacred classical music carefully chosen for their thematic connection to Christian concepts, they can forge deeper personal connections to their Bible-based beliefs.

The beauty and complexity of sacred classical music invite students to slow down, reflect on the lyrics and themes, and contemplate the deeper meaning of their faith. This introspective music appreciation can lead to new insights and a more nuanced understanding. Great for homeschoolers, Sunday school, and faith-based teaching applications!

Featured Sacred Music

1. Liturgy of St John Chrysostom, Pyotr Tchaikovsky
2. Mein Herze Schwwimmt Im Blut, Johann Sebastian Bach
3. All-Night Vigil, Sergei Rachmaninoff
4. La Resurrezione, George Handel
5. Great Mass in C Minor, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
6. Messa di Bologna, Gioachino Rossini
7. Geistliches Lied, Johannes Brahms
8. Sunday Symphony, William Grant Still
9. Great is the Lord, Sir Edward Elgar
10. Hear my Prayer, Felix Mendelssohn

Listening to music associated with creation, redemption, hope, or sacrifice can bring these stories to life in a powerful way, fostering a deeper understanding and emotional connection to Christianity.

Concepts and Themes

Performance Type - hymn, gospel, praise, chorus, choir, classical, opera, worship, modern

Draw a Scene Box - there is generous space for students to draw a scene inspired by the music, doodle, and be creative and expressive while listening to the selected music. There is also artwork to color!

Fruits of the Spirit - love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control

Emotions - reverent, inspired, uplifted, peaceful, thankful, happy, calm, sad, joyful, excited

Life - love, kindness, forgiveness, service, gratitude, honesty

Faith - scripture, prayer, hope, belief, truth, guidance

Style - majestic, serene, soaring, harmonious, melodic, orchestral

Instruments - drum, cymbals, organ, cello, trumpet, horn, viola, violin, harp, flute, oboe, lute, piano, bass

Reflection Writing Box - students can write their own keywords, further describe their listening experience, and journal any thoughts and feelings.

Journey through the "Fruits of the Spirit" and "Emotions," tracing their echoes in the music and finding parallels in their own lives. Be it the unwavering "love" in a choir's harmonization or the calming "peace" evoked by a serene solo flute, students connect the music to their Christian faith and inner world.

Sacred classical music allows students to reflect on the fundamental values of "Life" and "Faith," pondering how they manifest in the stories told through music and scripture. Throughout this musical experience, listeners explore the diverse voices of various instruments, from the soaring trumpet to the gentle harp. Each sound plays a role in the tapestry of music, just like each individual has a unique contribution.

Students use the "Reflection Writing Box" to capture their thoughts and feelings. There is plenty of space to write down keywords that resonated with them, describe their unique listening experiences, and journal any questions or insights that emerged. This is their space to process, connect, and express any concepts the music awakened.

Student Benefits

• increased knowledge of popular composers
• familiarity with a variety of musical periods
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

By incorporating sacred classical music activities, students explore more than just melodies and harmonies; but also a bridge to inner exploration, fostering empathy, reflection, and a deeper appreciation for the Christian faith. These listening activities are great tools for lifelong learning, self-awareness, and connection!

Need more Fruits of the Spirit music activities?

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #1

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #2

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #3

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #4

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #5

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #6

Embark on a 12-month musical journey through time with the Classical Journey Bundle! ♬

Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!

Classical music, with its emotional depth and grandeur, resonates with the human spirit in ways words often struggle to. As students listen to sacred classical music carefully chosen for their thematic connection to Christian concepts, they can forge deeper personal connections to their Bible-based beliefs.

The beauty and complexity of sacred classical music invite students to slow down, reflect on the lyrics and themes, and contemplate the deeper meaning of their faith. This introspective music appreciation can lead to new insights and a more nuanced understanding. Great for homeschoolers, Sunday school, and faith-based teaching applications!

Featured Sacred Music

1. Mass No. 2 in E Minor, Anton Bruckner
2. La Mort D'Adam, Jean-François Le Suer
3. Du Soltt Gott, Deinen Herren, Lieben, Johann Sebastian Bach
4. Ruht Wohl, Ihr Heiligen Gebeine, Johann Sebastian Bach
5. Zadok the Priest, George Handel
6. Stabat Mater, Giovanni Pergolesi
7. Christ on the Mount of Olives, Ludwig Van Beethoven
8. L'enfance du Christ, Hector Berlioz
9. Lo, Christ the Lord is Born, Elgar
10. Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom, Rachmaninoff

Listening to music associated with creation, redemption, hope, or sacrifice can bring these stories to life in a powerful way, fostering a deeper understanding and emotional connection to Christianity.

Concepts and Themes

Performance Type - hymn, gospel, praise, chorus, choir, classical, opera, worship, modern

Draw a Scene Box - there is generous space for students to draw a scene inspired by the music, doodle, and be creative and expressive while listening to the selected music. There is also artwork to color!

Fruits of the Spirit - love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control

Emotions - reverent, inspired, uplifted, peaceful, thankful, happy, calm, sad, joyful, excited

Life - love, kindness, forgiveness, service, gratitude, honesty

Faith - scripture, prayer, hope, belief, truth, guidance

Style - majestic, serene, soaring, harmonious, melodic, orchestral

Instruments - drum, cymbals, organ, cello, trumpet, horn, viola, violin, harp, flute, oboe, lute, piano, bass

Reflection Writing Box - students can write their own keywords, further describe their listening experience, and journal any thoughts and feelings.

Journey through the "Fruits of the Spirit" and "Emotions," tracing their echoes in the music and finding parallels in their own lives. Be it the unwavering "love" in a choir's harmonization or the calming "peace" evoked by a serene solo flute, students connect the music to their Christian faith and inner world.

Sacred classical music allows students to reflect on the fundamental values of "Life" and "Faith," pondering how they manifest in the stories told through music and scripture. Throughout this musical experience, listeners explore the diverse voices of various instruments, from the soaring trumpet to the gentle harp. Each sound plays a role in the tapestry of music, just like each individual has a unique contribution.

Students use the "Reflection Writing Box" to capture their thoughts and feelings. There is plenty of space to write down keywords that resonated with them, describe their unique listening experiences, and journal any questions or insights that emerged. This is their space to process, connect, and express any concepts the music awakened.

Student Benefits

• increased knowledge of popular composers
• familiarity with a variety of musical periods
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

By incorporating sacred classical music activities, students explore more than just melodies and harmonies; but also a bridge to inner exploration, fostering empathy, reflection, and a deeper appreciation for the Christian faith. These listening activities are great tools for lifelong learning, self-awareness, and connection!

Need more Fruits of the Spirit music activities?

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #1

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #2

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #3

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #4

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #5

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #6

Embark on a 12-month musical journey through time with the Classical Journey Bundle! ♬

Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!

With its emotional depth and grandeur, classical musicresonates with the human spirit in ways words often struggle to. As students listen to sacred classical music carefully chosen for their thematic connection to Christian concepts, they can forge deeper personal connections to their Bible-based beliefs.

The beauty and complexity of sacred classical music prompts students to slow down, reflect on the lyrics and themes, and contemplate the deeper meaning of their faith. This introspective music appreciation can lead to new insights and a more nuanced understanding. Great for homeschoolers, Sunday school, and faith-based teaching applications!

Featured Sacred Music

1. La Légende de Joseph en Égypte, Etienne Méhul
2. Agnus Dei, Samuel Barber
3. A German Requiem, Johannes Brahms
4. Mass No. 3 in F Minor, Anton Bruckner
5. Messiah: Hallelujah Chorus, George Handel
6. Mass in C Major, Ludwig Van Beethoven
7. Mass No. 6 in E Flat Major, Franz Schubert
8. Stabat Mater, Antonín Dvořák
9. Solomon (Overture,) George Handel
10. Was Willst du Dich Betrüben, Johann Sebastian Bach

Listening to music associated with creation, redemption, hope, or sacrifice can bring these stories to life in a powerful way, fostering a deeper understanding and emotional connection to Christianity.

Concepts and Themes

Performance Type - hymn, gospel, praise, chorus, choir, classical, opera, worship, modern

Draw a Scene Box - there is generous space for students to draw a scene inspired by the music, doodle, and be creative and expressive while listening to the selected music. There is also artwork to color!

Fruits of the Spirit - love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control

Emotions - reverent, inspired, uplifted, peaceful, thankful, happy, calm, sad, joyful, excited

Life - love, kindness, forgiveness, service, gratitude, honesty

Faith - scripture, prayer, hope, belief, truth, guidance

Style - majestic, serene, soaring, harmonious, melodic, orchestral

Instruments - drum, cymbals, organ, cello, trumpet, horn, viola, violin, harp, flute, oboe, lute, piano, bass

Reflection Writing Box - students can write their own keywords, further describe their listening experience, and journal any thoughts and feelings.

Journey through the "Fruits of the Spirit" and "Emotions," tracing their echoes in the music and finding parallels in their own lives. Be it the unwavering "love" in a choir's harmonization or the calming "peace" evoked by a serene solo flute, students connect the music to their Christian faith and inner world.

Sacred classical music allows students to reflect on the fundamental values of "Life" and "Faith," pondering how they manifest in the stories told through music and scripture. Throughout this musical experience, listeners explore the diverse voices of various instruments, from the soaring trumpet to the gentle harp. Each sound plays a role in the tapestry of music, just like each individual has a unique contribution.

Students use the "Reflection Writing Box" to capture their thoughts and feelings. There is plenty of space to write down keywords that resonated with them, describe their unique listening experiences, and journal any questions or insights that emerged. This is their space to process, connect, and express any concepts the music awakened.

Student Benefits

• increased knowledge of popular composers
• familiarity with a variety of musical periods
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

By incorporating sacred classical music activities, students explore more than just melodies and harmonies; but also a bridge to inner exploration, fostering empathy, reflection, and a deeper appreciation for the Christian faith. These listening activities are great tools for lifelong learning, self-awareness, and connection!

Need more Fruits of the Spirit music activities?

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #1

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #2

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #3

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #4

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #5

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #6

Embark on a 12-month musical journey through time with the Classical Journey Bundle! ♬

Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!

With its emotional depth and grandeur, classical musicresonates with the human spirit in ways words often struggle to. As students listen to sacred classical music carefully chosen for their thematic connection to Christian concepts, they can forge deeper personal connections to their Bible-based beliefs.

The beauty and complexity of sacred classical music prompts students to slow down, reflect on the lyrics and themes, and contemplate the deeper meaning of their faith. This introspective music appreciation can lead to new insights and a more nuanced understanding. Great for homeschoolers, Sunday school, and faith-based teaching applications!

Featured Sacred Music

1. Hora Novissima: Quartet, Horatio Parker
2. La Dolce Vista, Philippe de Monte
3. Easter Oratorio, Johann Sebastian Bach
4. Brockes Passion, George Handel
5. Russian Easter Festival Overture, Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov
6. Stabat Mater, Antonio Vivaldi
7. Christ Lag In Todesbanden, Johann Sebastian Bach
8. Resurrexit, Hector Berlioz
9. Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring, Johann Sebastian Bach
10. The Creation, Joseph Haydn

Listening to music associated with creation, redemption, hope, or sacrifice can bring these stories to life in a powerful way, fostering a deeper understanding and emotional connection to Christianity.

Concepts and Themes

Performance Type - hymn, gospel, praise, chorus, choir, classical, opera, worship, modern

Draw a Scene Box - there is generous space for students to draw a scene inspired by the music, doodle, and be creative and expressive while listening to the selected music. There is also artwork to color!

Fruits of the Spirit - love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control

Emotions - reverent, inspired, uplifted, peaceful, thankful, happy, calm, sad, joyful, excited

Life - love, kindness, forgiveness, service, gratitude, honesty

Faith - scripture, prayer, hope, belief, truth, guidance

Style - majestic, serene, soaring, harmonious, melodic, orchestral

Instruments - drum, cymbals, organ, cello, trumpet, horn, viola, violin, harp, flute, oboe, lute, piano, bass

Reflection Writing Box - students can write their own keywords, further describe their listening experience, and journal any thoughts and feelings.

Journey through the "Fruits of the Spirit" and "Emotions," tracing their echoes in the music and finding parallels in their own lives. Be it the unwavering "love" in a choir's harmonization or the calming "peace" evoked by a serene solo flute, students connect the music to their Christian faith and inner world.

Sacred classical music allows students to reflect on the fundamental values of "Life" and "Faith," pondering how they manifest in the stories told through music and scripture. Throughout this musical experience, listeners explore the diverse voices of various instruments, from the soaring trumpet to the gentle harp. Each sound plays a role in the tapestry of music, just like each individual has a unique contribution.

Students use the "Reflection Writing Box" to capture their thoughts and feelings. There is plenty of space to write down keywords that resonated with them, describe their unique listening experiences, and journal any questions or insights that emerged. This is their space to process, connect, and express any concepts the music awakened.

Student Benefits

• increased knowledge of popular composers
• familiarity with a variety of musical periods
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

By incorporating sacred classical music activities, students explore more than just melodies and harmonies; but also a bridge to inner exploration, fostering empathy, reflection, and a deeper appreciation for the Christian faith. These listening activities are great tools for lifelong learning, self-awareness, and connection!

Need more Fruits of the Spirit music activities?

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #1

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #2

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #3

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #4

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #5

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #6

Embark on a 12-month musical journey through time with the Classical Journey Bundle! ♬

Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!

With its emotional depth and grandeur, classical musicresonates with the human spirit in ways words often struggle to. As students listen to sacred classical music carefully chosen for their thematic connection to Christian concepts, they can forge deeper personal connections to their Bible-based beliefs.

The beauty and complexity of sacred classical music prompts students to slow down, reflect on the lyrics and themes, and contemplate the deeper meaning of their faith. This introspective music appreciation can lead to new insights and a more nuanced understanding. Great for homeschoolers, Sunday school, and faith-based teaching applications!

Featured Sacred Music

1. Hymn of the Cherubim, Pyotr Tchaikovsky
2. Stabat Mater, Gioachino Rossini
3. Chichester Psalms, Leonard Bernstein
4. Quartet for the End of Time, Olivier Messiaen
5. Moses und Aron, Arnold Schoenberg
6. Samson and Delilah, Camille Saint-Saëns
7. Ave Maria, Franz Schubert
8. Mass in B Minor, Johann Sebastian Bach
9. Ave Verum Corpus, Franz Liszt
10. Agnus Dei, Georges Bizet

Listening to music associated with creation, redemption, hope, or sacrifice can bring these stories to life in a powerful way, fostering a deeper understanding and emotional connection to Christianity.

Concepts and Themes

Performance Type - hymn, gospel, praise, chorus, choir, classical, opera, worship, modern

Draw a Scene Box - there is generous space for students to draw a scene inspired by the music, doodle, and be creative and expressive while listening to the selected music. There is also artwork to color!

Fruits of the Spirit - love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control

Emotions - reverent, inspired, uplifted, peaceful, thankful, happy, calm, sad, joyful, excited

Life - love, kindness, forgiveness, service, gratitude, honesty

Faith - scripture, prayer, hope, belief, truth, guidance

Style - majestic, serene, soaring, harmonious, melodic, orchestral

Instruments - drum, cymbals, organ, cello, trumpet, horn, viola, violin, harp, flute, oboe, lute, piano, bass

Reflection Writing Box - students can write their own keywords, further describe their listening experience, and journal any thoughts and feelings.

Journey through the "Fruits of the Spirit" and "Emotions," tracing their echoes in the music and finding parallels in their own lives. Be it the unwavering "love" in a choir's harmonization or the calming "peace" evoked by a serene solo flute, students connect the music to their Christian faith and inner world.

Sacred classical music allows students to reflect on the fundamental values of "Life" and "Faith," pondering how they manifest in the stories told through music and scripture. Throughout this musical experience, listeners explore the diverse voices of various instruments, from the soaring trumpet to the gentle harp. Each sound plays a role in the tapestry of music, just like each individual has a unique contribution.

Students use the "Reflection Writing Box" to capture their thoughts and feelings. There is plenty of space to write down keywords that resonated with them, describe their unique listening experiences, and journal any questions or insights that emerged. This is their space to process, connect, and express any concepts the music awakened.

Student Benefits

• increased knowledge of popular composers
• familiarity with a variety of musical periods
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

By incorporating sacred classical music activities, students explore more than just melodies and harmonies; but also a bridge to inner exploration, fostering empathy, reflection, and a deeper appreciation for the Christian faith. These listening activities are great tools for lifelong learning, self-awareness, and connection!

Need more Fruits of the Spirit music activities?

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #1

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #2

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #3

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #4

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #5

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #6

Embark on a 12-month musical journey through time with the Classical Journey Bundle! ♬

Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!

With its emotional depth and grandeur, classical music resonates with the human spirit in ways words often struggle to. As students listen to sacred classical music carefully chosen for their thematic connection to Christian concepts, they can forge deeper personal connections to their Bible-based beliefs.

The beauty and complexity of sacred classical music prompts students to slow down, reflect on the lyrics and themes, and contemplate the deeper meaning of their faith. This introspective music appreciation can lead to new insights and a more nuanced understanding. Great for homeschoolers, Sunday school, and faith-based teaching applications!

Featured Sacred Music

1. Symphony No. 2 "Resurrection," Gustav Mahler
2. Symphony No. 1 "Jeremiah," Leonard Bernstein
3. Nabucco, Giuseppe Verdi
4. Israel in Egypt, George Handel
5. La Passione di Gesu Cristo, Antonio Salieri
6. Messe Solonnelle, Louis Vierne
7. Grand Mass in E-Flat Major, Amy Beach
8. Symphony of Psalms, Igor Stravinsky
9. Ave Verum Corpus, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
10. Missa Solemnis, Ludwig Van Beethoven

Listening to music associated with creation, redemption, hope, or sacrifice can bring these stories to life in a powerful way, fostering a deeper understanding and emotional connection to Christianity.

Concepts and Themes

Performance Type - hymn, gospel, praise, chorus, choir, classical, opera, worship, modern

Draw a Scene Box - there is generous space for students to draw a scene inspired by the music, doodle, and be creative and expressive while listening to the selected music. There is also artwork to color!

Fruits of the Spirit - love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control

Emotions - reverent, inspired, uplifted, peaceful, thankful, happy, calm, sad, joyful, excited

Life - love, kindness, forgiveness, service, gratitude, honesty

Faith - scripture, prayer, hope, belief, truth, guidance

Style - majestic, serene, soaring, harmonious, melodic, orchestral

Instruments - drum, cymbals, organ, cello, trumpet, horn, viola, violin, harp, flute, oboe, lute, piano, bass

Reflection Writing Box - students can write their own keywords, further describe their listening experience, and journal any thoughts and feelings.

Journey through the "Fruits of the Spirit" and "Emotions," tracing their echoes in the music and finding parallels in their own lives. Be it the unwavering "love" in a choir's harmonization or the calming "peace" evoked by a serene solo flute, students connect the music to their Christian faith and inner world.

Sacred classical music allows students to reflect on the fundamental values of "Life" and "Faith," pondering how they manifest in the stories told through music and scripture. Throughout this musical experience, listeners explore the diverse voices of various instruments, from the soaring trumpet to the gentle harp. Each sound plays a role in the tapestry of music, just like each individual has a unique contribution.

Students use the "Reflection Writing Box" to capture their thoughts and feelings. There is plenty of space to write down keywords that resonated with them, describe their unique listening experiences, and journal any questions or insights that emerged. This is their space to process, connect, and express any concepts the music awakened.

Student Benefits

• increased knowledge of popular composers
• familiarity with a variety of musical periods
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

By incorporating sacred classical music activities, students explore more than just melodies and harmonies; but also a bridge to inner exploration, fostering empathy, reflection, and a deeper appreciation for the Christian faith. These listening activities are great tools for lifelong learning, self-awareness, and connection!

Need more Fruits of the Spirit music activities?

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #1

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #2

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #3

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #4

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #5

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #6

Embark on a 12-month musical journey through time with the Classical Journey Bundle! ♬

Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!

Teach Easter vocabulary with this fun and engaging product! It includes 2 self-checking mystery picture puzzles and 2 word sudokus. NO PREP, just print and go! It's perfect for younger EFL/ESL students (4th - 6th grade) but can be also used for native English classes at grade levels 1st - 3rd.

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

♥ 2 mystery picture tile puzzles

♥ 2 sudokus

♥ instructions

♥ teacher answer key

THESE MYSTERY PICTURES AND SUDOKUS ARE ALSO PART OF A BIGGER PRODUCT. IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR EASTER FLASHCARDS AND WORDWALL CARDS ON TOP OF THESE, GO TO THIS PRODUCT PAGE:

EASTER VOCABULARY Flashcards Word Wall Mystery Pictures and Picture Sudokus

INSTRUCTIONS:

Mystery picture

♣ Print out 1 mystery picture per student.

♣ Students cut up the answer tiles and then place them on the correct question tiles to match the words with the definitions.

♣ They can glue the question tiles onto the answer tiles and color the picture too.

Easter Sudoku

♣ Print out 1 sudoku per student.

♣ Students cut off the right side of the sheet along the dotted line and cut out the missing sudoku pictures. They glue them into the sudoku grid so that all 6 words appear in each row, column and 2x3 frame.

♣ Each word must appear in each row, column and 2x3 frame only once.

♣ Check with the whole class - students have to name in English all pictures in the given row, column or 2x3 frame.

OPTIONS FOR USE:

☻Independent Work

☻Pair Work

☻Sub plan

☻Stations

If you loved this product, please be sure to come back to my store and leave feedback. By leaving feedback, you can earn credit towards your future purchases!

You may also like:

HALLOWEEN VOCABULARY Mystery Pictures | Picture Sudokus | Cut Glue | EFL/ESL

THANKSGIVING VOCABULARY Mystery Pictures | Picture Sudokus | Cut Glue | EFL/ESL

CHRISTMAS VOCABULARY Mystery Pictures | Picture Sudokus | Cut and Glue | EFL/ESL