CHAPTER 13
Music and Movement
AUTHENTIC ASSESSMENTS
1. Plan, prepare, and do visuals for five early childhood songs.
2. Mount and laminate pictures for five different early childhood songs.
3. Make a puppet to use in teaching an early childhood song.
4. Make a set of teacher-made rhythm instruments.
5. Begin a portfolio of early childhood songs to use in your classroom or program.
6. Collect or make visuals for at least three different songs. This could include pictures, objects, posters, charts, or
other items.
SUGGESTED TEST QUESTIONS
1. Music is everywhere, so it naturally should be included in early childhood programs.
2. Children could have a keen sense of rhythm and still not be able to carry a tune.
3. Using music to provide a transition between activities is confusing to children.
4. Even if a teacher likes a song, it may not be appropriate for early childhood; the tone, range,
melody, and concept must all be considered.
5. Because singing is so fun, every child must join in with singing.
Fill–in-the-Blank Questions
1. How could you use the children’s names in a rhythm experience?
2. List five examples of body instruments. _______________________________________
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Multiple-Choice Questions
1. Music should
I. be integrated into all parts of the curriculum.
II. be planned every day.
III. enhance the child’s self-worth.
IV. allow for freedom of expression.
a. All of the above b. I, III, IV
c. I, II, III d. II, III, IV
2. Expandable songs
I. give children a chance to help make up new words and phrases in the songs.
II. expand up the scale.
III. offer an opportunity to use creative thinking.
IV. give children an opportunity to role play or expand the song in a dramatic way.
a. All of the above b. I, IV
c. I, III d. II, III
3. The following are axial movements:
I. Swaying
II. Marching
III. Bending
IV. Pulling
V. Walking
VI. Twisting
a. All of the above b. I, III, IV, VI
c. I, II, V, VI d. II, V
4. Singing should take place
I. during music time.
II. when a music specialist comes.
III. as children work and play.
IV. outdoors.
a. All of the above b. I, III, IV
c. I, II, III d. only I
1. What are the values of adding music to an early childhood curriculum?
2. List some ways to teach songs in order to add variety and interest.
3. Describe three easily-made rhythm instruments.
4. Describe three materials that could be used to stimulate movement exploration.
5. You are going to teach a new song to your children. What are some of the things to keep in mind
in order for this to be a successful experience?
6. In addition to singing, what are some other kinds of musical experiences appropriate for young
children?
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