8th Grade Music Resources

Just print & play! Do you need engaging classical music activities or music sub plans? Each page offers creative ways for students to learn more about the music of this composer! The music of Duke Ellington is featured in this Ella Fitzgerald mini activity pack! Ella was born on April 25, 1917, in Newport News, Virginia. She is known as "The Queen of Jazz!"

Themes: USA, American composers, Women's History Month, Black History Month

What's Included:

1-page Resource Guide - This guide will get you started quickly! Just print and play.

Listening Sheet Star Rating Guides - A reference sheet illustrates the five-star rating system included in most listening sheets. Each frame has a description, with one being "okay" and 5 stars as "Wow!"

Listening Sheets - There are no wrong answers! Students can note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from the musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more. There is a space for drawing and several non-musical elements to consider, such as animals and nature.

Weather and Emotions Listening Sheets

Weather is a recurring theme in classical music. Does a musical piece remind the listener of a snowy day or a cheerful sunny afternoon? Students can select the weather symbols that come to mind. Is the music happy or sad? A set of emotional characters allows your group to pick the feelings that best relate to a piece of music.

2 Biography Pages - Fact sheet (1 or 2 facts are already provided, a box to paste/draw the composer's portrait, and a birthday box to color in and decorate cupcakes! A duplicate blank page is included for students to do their own research.

Composer Research Sheet - Students can use their favorite reference materials to compile a full page of facts about the composer's home country. Some of the research options include capital, continent, population, food, and more.

Composer Rating Activity - There are more options to profile the composer on the rating sheet, including which season and musical style they belong to. This can also be used as a listening sheet or as a bulletin board display.

Word Composer Activity - The classic letter puzzle, students can use all the letters from the composer's full name to create new, shorter words and record their scores. Add a timer for an extra challenge.

Musical Selections (two pages per piece)

1. Take the 'A' Train
2. It Don't Mean a Thing
3. The E and D Blues

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!

Celebrate Valentine's Day and Black History Month with 'Harmony of Hope,' an inspiring and educational music analysis resource designed for middle school students (Grades 5-8). This engaging and no-prep-required package brilliantly combines themes of love, hope, and inspiration through the lens of pivotal songs from the Civil Rights Movement.

What's Inside:

• Google Slides Presentation (32 Slides): Each slide is a journey into the heart of the Civil Rights era, featuring seven influential songs: "A Change Is Gonna Come," "Respect," "My Girl," "Get Ready," "What's Going On," "People Get Ready," and "Young, Gifted and Black," along with the powerful "Say it Loud – I'm Black and I'm Proud." The presentation includes captivating introductions to each artist, music video, thought-provoking discussion questions, and clear directions for exploring each song.
• Comprehensive PDF Packet (10 Pages): This downloadable packet offers the complete lyrics for each song, alongside a notes section for personal reflections and a CER (Claim, Evidence, Reason) based open-ended writing prompt, encouraging deep analytical and creative thinking.

Perfect For:

• Black History Month and Valentine's Day Thematic Learning: This unique resource combines historical significance with themes of love and resilience, offering a multifaceted approach to February's key celebrations.
• Engaging Classroom Discussions: Spark meaningful conversations among students about history, music, and social change.
• Easy Integration into Curriculum: Seamlessly fits into social studies, music, and English language arts lessons.
• No-Prep Convenience: Simply print the materials and you're ready to go! Ideal for busy teachers looking for ready-to-use educational tools.

Bring the powerful messages of hope, love, and inspiration from the Civil Rights Movement into your classroom this February with 'Harmony of Hope.' Engage, educate, and inspire your middle school students with this one-of-a-kind resource!

Music is a great way to get students engaged and support the learning process. Our brain and body must be in a state of calmness to gear up for learning. Studies have shown that using music in the classroom provided an increased level of positivity and calmness in students.

This bundle includes 7 lessons + 3 freebies.

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Make your ESL classroom look different from a regular education room by considering these multilingual musical instruments' names.

Each label takes up 1/4 of a page so they are nice and big, but not too obtrusive. There are 42 words for a total of 11 pages. Check out the preview of some pages in the pictures. They each feature the English name in big, bold black letters while the other languages are in a smaller font and in different colors. Languages included are Chinese (simplified/Red), Arabic (Violet), Russian (Green), and Spanish (Brown). To help aid meaning, I've included colored pictures and illustrations.

The 42 instruments included are:

Use these 42 fun and colorful cards to explore musical instruments' names in 5 languages - use them as flashcards, a bulletin board or wall display, a memory matching game, or the foundation for the more difficult practice of your choice like recognizing words that and many more.

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Curriculum connections: Music, Language, Visual Art   Grades: 6-8 What is Included: Songza Assignment (rough copy and final assignment with writing/art), Lesson Ideas, a rubric.   About this Assignment:   This is a great back to school lesson to use with students in September. It provides students with a chance to reflect on their music preferences while learning about musical terms, and about an online music streaming site. It is a chance for your students to curate their own playlists. This activity is suitable for grade 6-8 students. This activity also gives teachers a chance to get to know the music preferences of their students to help create future lessons based on their interests. This lesson could be adapted to be used with other online music streaming websites. The lesson also encourages students to start to discuss music in ways beyond “I like this song”. They can start to learn about the categories in Songza such as genre and decade. There is a short writing piece included so that students can express why they selected the songs they did for their own Songza Playlists. This assignment can be adapted and used to suit the needs of your students.

Looking for a creative way to boost social-emotional learning (SEL) in your classroom or at home? This student mixtape activity is the perfect blend of fun and self-reflection!

Craft a Personalized Playlist:

• Pick your favorite songs - the ones that spark memories, lift your mood, or simply bring pure joy.
• Dive deeper! Explore the stories behind each song - when did it resonate most with you?
• What emotions does it evoke?

Unleash Your Inner Music Guru:

• Craft your unique soundtrack - a reflection of your personality and experiences.
• This activity isn't just about the music - it's about self-expression!

The Power of Music & SEL:

• This creative journey promotes social-emotional learning by:
  • Fostering self-expression
  • Encouraging reflection
  • Celebrating the emotional connection we have with music

Ready to embark on this adventure of self-discovery? Join us and create your very own SEL mixtape today!

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In this lesson, students learn interesting facts about the modern Broadway composer, Jerome Kern and his work, as they complete several projects including a WebQuest (Internet Scavenger Hunt) to answer questions about the topic. A complete answer key is provided for the WebQuest for easy grading, along with resources for both teachers and students. The student questions are included in both a print version and a digital (editable) version to make it easy for students to complete the lesson digitally or on paper. Then, students research their choice of one of his famous musicals and create a presentation or a video about it using their choice of Web 2.0 tools such as Prezi, Adobe Spark, eMaze, Canva, etc. (free, no download needed) or by using Microsoft Office or Google Apps. A full list of software/technology options is listed in the student lesson instructions and includes links to tutorials. For classrooms with limited technology, this lesson can be completed with students working in pairs or small groups. The completed presentations can be shared with the rest of the class if the teacher chooses.

This lesson is intended to be an introduction to the topic and was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in high school as well. This lesson could be used in a music, drama, history or technology class and is also a great lesson to leave for a substitute teacher!

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Materials Required:

• Computers with Internet access for each student (or pair of students)
• Software such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs
• Software such as Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Slides (optional –
  students can use Web 2.0 tools)

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources
• Learning about Jerome Kern WebQuest Activity (print and
  editable digital files included)
• Learning about Jerome Kern WebQuest Answer Key
• Musical Compositions of Jerome Kern Project Expectations with Rubric

Approximate Lesson Duration:

• WebQuest - 1 (50 minute) class period
• Presentation / Video Project (including research) – 2-4 (50 minute) class periods
• Optional: additional time for students to present their project to the class (time will vary depending on class size).

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More on the hit list with your bucket drumming kids, we present Katy Perry's hit song from 2010, "Firework"!

There are four all-color coded slides along with the form identifiers listed next to each phrase. Discuss form with the students and teach them (by rote) the rhythms on the powerpoint with the corresponding repeats (most are repeated 3 or 4 times). Then, apply it to drums!

All regular notation is to be played on the buckets (or drums, or ground, however you wish), and the X notation that is stacked with quarter notes are played as shots (think like a marching band snare drum -- playing the drum and stick simultaneously as a rimshot or on top of each other -- whatever will you get you the best accent!)

There are some syncopations in here, but hey... you teach it by rote, it'll sound fantastic ;)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1lfYh-aUk0

End of Year "Music Talk" Activity for Chorus, Band, or Music Class

This resource features an engaging "Music Talk" activity that will have your students thinking, writing, speaking, and moving all in one class period during the last week of school! In this activity, they must choose between 6 different quotes about music from famous figures like Taylor Swift and John Green and articulate why the quote aligns with their perspective on music. I use this lesson at the end of every year to see how my students' perspectives on music have developed and matured throughout the school year. This is perfect if you are looking for an engaging lesson plan during the one of the toughest weeks of the year!

Product includes:

- Comprehensive Lesson Plan

- "Music Talk" Sheet for students to fill out

- 6 Corresponding "Music Quote" signs to hang up around your room

Though I utilize this product during the last week of school, it really can be used all year long. I hope that it is as successful in your class as it is in mine!

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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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Nothing like catching two curriculum areas in one. This assignment will help you meet expectations in both music and language. Students are asked to analyze poetry and lyrics, both those used in class and those of their own choosing. The assignment has students looking at: * vocabulary used * structure * techniques * important words * feelings Students are also asked to consider how the poem/music is meant to be performed. They are also asked to consider the background of the poet/musician.

Is your young drummer hungry for more solos and activities outside of the Rock'n'Rollin Level 4 Book?

Have no fear! Introducing...the Rock'n'Rollin' Level 4 ENCORE Book!

The ENCORE Book includes MORE SOLOS and ACTIVITIES to tide your drummer over until they get into Level 5.

Solos in Level 3 ENCORE use the traditional 5-line staff and use the time signatures found in book 4 such as 4/4, 3/4 and 6/8, as well as the concepts of new dynamics, repeats and more.

Rock'n'Rollin 3 ENCORE can be used in tandem with the Level 4 method book, or as a transition into the Level 5 method book, expected out in 2025.

This version of the book is REPRODUCIBLE, so you can make as many copies of the book as needed.

Engage your middle school ELA and humanities curriculum with our meticulously crafted "Survivor" by Destiny's Child Lesson 3-day bundle, designed for grades 5-8. This culturally relevant, comprehensive package seamlessly integrates music and media studies with critical ELA standards, making learning an engaging and transformative experience for students.

What's Included?

• Detailed Lesson Plans: Three structured plans for 60-minute classes, focusing on figurative language, visual elements, and literary analysis.
• Google Slides Presentations: Interactive presentations for easy instruction and student engagement.
• ✅ Answer Keys: Complete solutions for all activities, ensuring straightforward assessment.
• Visual and Literary Analysis Tools: Resources to explore music videos and lyrics in-depth.

Who Is This For?

• Middle School Teachers (Grades 5-8)
• ELA, Writing, and Humanities Educators
• Elective Teachers in Film and Music Study

How to Use This Resource

1. Engage Students: Begin each lesson with a "Do Now" to spark interest.
2. Teach with Technology: Use Google Slides for a dynamic presentation.
3. Collaborative Learning: Encourage group activities for deeper analysis.
4. Assessment Made Easy: Utilize provided answer keys for quick grading.

Standards Aligned

• CCSS 7.3: Determining the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text.
• CCSS 7.4: Analyzing how elements of a story interact.
• CCSS 7.7: Integrating and evaluating content presented in diverse media and formats.

This resource not only meets critical educational standards but also caters to diverse learning environments, whether in traditional ELA settings or innovative electives. By incorporating "Survivor" into your curriculum, you'll offer students a unique lens through which to explore themes of resilience, empowerment, and the artistic expression of personal growth. Equip your students with the skills to analyze and appreciate the depth of language and media with this all-encompassing resource.

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Please Note: Sex and drugs of this time are not addressed in this lesson as they may not be appropriate in certain educational settings. You are welcome to put your spin on it if you feel your students are developmentally and socially ready.
This lesson is focused on counterculture's free-thinking.

**INCLUDES TWO REAL-LIFE ENCOUNTERS (INTERVIEWS)**

What is counterculture and how can it change the world we live in?

Students will look at the counterculture of the 1960-70s through the festival at Bethel, New York— the age of hippies, the Civil Rights Movement, and the Vietnam War. Explore the event surrounding this time and event and determine how the counterculture of this time made an impact and changed American culture. This lesson also implements depth and complexity of the topic.

GRADE LEVEL: 7TH-12TH

TIME FRAME: 60-90 MINUTES

TYPE OF ACTIVITY: GROUP COOPERATION OR INDIVIDUAL ACTIVITY

OBJECTIVES

o The learner will understand the circumstances and purpose of the Woodstock Art & Music Fair Festival of ‘69.

o The learner will read first-hand accounts of those who attended Woodstock ‘69.

o The learner will hypothesize how Woodstock ‘69’s counterculture changed American culture.

o The learner will explore the changes over time in American culture before, during, and after Woodstock.

MATERIALS:

o Reading Activity (Included) May consider laminating for future use with classes and for durability.

o Depth & Complexity Activity (Included)

o Folder with pockets, one per group. Place the laminated reading activity on the left-hand pocket and

the Depth & Complexity, Geographically Speaking, and Exit Tickets copies in the right-hand pocket, paper

clipped together. Print the cover page and glue or staple it to the front of the folder. Place one folder at

each group’s station.

o Exit Tickets (Included)

o Song from Spotify or other sources: Jimi Hendrix's “The Star Spangle Banner,” Live at Woodstock

o Technology to play the YouTube video of Jimi Hendrix’s appearance on the Dick Cavett Show.

o Internet access for any research needed.

INCLUDES:

o Teacher's Guide

o Introduction Activity

o Procedure

o Closure/Evaluation

o Anwer guides

Disclaimer:

One purchase is for the use of one teacher. If additional teachers would like to use this product, please purchase additional licenses.

Teaching vocabulary by using these flashcards can make the students excited and understand the English vocabulary. Instructional media such as flashcards also give a clear concept of the information given. Flashcards can give variations in the teaching-learning process. It is used according to the theme of the lesson.

What is included?

• Animals & Colors (14 pages - 56 Card)
• Human Body Parts (9 pages - 34 Card)
• kitchen objects (20 pages - 77 Card)
• Days Months Seasons (8 pages - 29 Card)
• Numbers (10 pages - 40 Card)
• Fruits (10 pages - 37 Card)
• Vegetables (8 pages - 32 Card)
• Family Members (7 pages - 28 Card)
• Clothes (11 pages - 43 Card)
• Geometric Shapes (7 pages - 28 Card)
• Math Symbols (9 pages - 36 Card)
• Action Verbs (18 pages - 70 Card)
• 118 Animals (30 pages - 118 Card)
• Classroom Vocabulary (23 pages - 92 Card)
• Jobs & Occupations (19 pages - 74 Card)
• Music Instruments (12 pages - 42 Card)
• Transportation Means (13 pages - 45 Card)
• Sports List (15 pages - 53 Card)
• 95 Dolch Nouns (25 pages - 95 Card)

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Also, I'm open to suggestions about other words to add to this set.

Note: All clipart is sourced from free clipart sites that state they are commercial-friendly.

Whether you have experience teaching music or not, this unit is for you. Have a small budget or no budget for teaching music? I have included ways to make music with your students for very little money. I have used this unit for 5 years teaching music and every year the students love it. This unit will give you a semester (or half a year) worth of material to use with approximately 2 periods of music per week.

What is bucket drumming?

Bucket drumming is a relatively inexpensive way to bring rhythmic practices into the classroom. This unit is designed to be accessible for all teachers to use, regardless of musical training. The use of familiar words helps both teachers and students learn simple rhythms together. The rhythms increase in difficulty and there are options for easy, medium, and hard rhythms. This allows for easy modifications and accommodations ensuring that students of all abilities are successful in this unit. I have taught variations of this unit with grade 6-8 students for over 5 years with success, and these lessons can be modified for other grade levels.

In my experience, students love bucket drumming and enjoy the lessons in this unit. One activity that you can use when you have a few extra minutes is the Elimination Game, and students LOVE it! It can be used as a great warm-up game and to reinforce the skills taught in this unit.

This unit includes games, lessons, and activities to help strengthen ear training, encourage active listening, develop rhythmic abilities, develop composition skills, explore creativity, and most importantly, to have fun! I have also included some helpful information to get bucket drumming started in your classroom. Included in this unit are lessons, games. activities, and rubrics where needed. There are a solid 21 – 31 periods worth of work included in this unit (possibly more).

Included below are the overall lesson plans and activities included in this unit. Most “lessons” can be used for multiple periods and the approximate number of periods is included in brackets beside the activity. I have based these periods on approximately 45 minutes each. These lessons include opportunities to read music, compose, and perform.

Introduction to Bucket Drumming (1 - 2 periods)

Elimination Game (1 period)

Elements of Music (2 – 3 periods)

Rhythm Cards (2 – 3 period)

8 Bar Rhythm Challenges (4 – 6 periods)

Let’s Compose! (5 – 6 periods)

Stomp Composition (6 – 10 periods)

If you have any questions, please let me know! Happy Bucket Drumming!

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Key Features:

• Concise 4-Paragraph Format: Breaks down topics into manageable sections for maximum understanding. Written at a 7th grade ESOL student level but suitable for a wide range of learners.
• Four Comprehension Questions: Encourages critical thinking and tests knowledge effectively.
• Answer Key Included: Simplifies grading and ensures accurate evaluation.
• Multi-Purpose Use: Ideal for lessons, homework, assessments, or review activities.
• Wide Topic Range: This is one assignment from a series of 10. Buy different topics to use for group projects / study guides and more.

Visit my store today for bundle deals on this series and discover other engaging, ready-to-use assignments for your classroom needs!

In this lesson, students learn fun facts about Johannes Brahms and his music as they complete a WebQuest (Internet Scavenger Hunt) to answer questions about the topic. Then, they use that knowledge to create a music composition of their own, using Brahms’ style, using AudioTool, a free Web 2.0 music creation and editing program. A complete answer key is provided for the WebQuest for easy grading, along with resources for both teachers and students. The student questions are included in both a print version and a digital (editable) version to make it easy for students to complete the lesson digitally or on paper. Also included are tutorial links to assist students with the software for the music project. This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in upper elementary as well.

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Materials Required:

• Computers with Internet access for each student (or pair of students)
• Software such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources
• Fun Facts about Johannes Brahms WebQuest Activity (print and editable digital files included)
• Fun Facts about Johannes Brahms WebQuest Answer Key
• Creating Music in Brahms’ Style using a Choice of Software

Approximate Lesson Duration:

• WebQuest: 1 (50 minute) class period
• Music Project: 2-3 (50 minute) class periods

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Need to connect with your kids with their pop music through general music? Involve them in bucket drumming with Lady Gaga's 2009 hit song "Bad Romance" !

There are three all-color coded slides along with the form identifiers listed next to each phrase. Discuss form with the students and teach them (by rote) the rhythms on the powerpoint with the corresponding repeats (most are repeated 2, 4, or 8 times). Then, apply it to drums!

All regular notation is to be played on the buckets (or drums, or ground, however you wish), and the X notation (with a down stem) are played as stick clicks above their head (or you could apply it to a tambourine or other auxiliary instrument)

Here's the track so you can play along...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1uxEMmJGMVk

Have fun with this and let us know how it goes!