After introductions, learners will learn a song that defines beat and rhythm, playing beat or rhythm during the appropriate part of the song. Then a game of “Move and Freeze” where learners will move when the teacher plays notes and freeze when the teacher "plays" rests. Next, we will explore rhythm in rhymes or songs. Finally, learners will demonstrate rhythm while listening to a musical picture book. 

 Learners will review the beat and rhythm song. Then, a game of  "Beat or Rhythm" where learners will determine whether beat or rhythm is being played, holding up a card to show their answer. Next, learners will collaborate to arrange words to create rhythms (preparation for next day). Finally, learners will demonstrate rhythm while listening to a musical picture book. 

 Learners will review the beat and rhythm song. Then a game of "Which One?" where learners determine which rhythm is played using pictures to represent rhythm. Then, learners will arrange their own rhythms using provided pictures and learners will have the opportunity to play their rhythm for the class. Finally, learners will demonstrate rhythm while listening to a musical picture book. 

 Learners will review the beat and rhythm song. Then, learners will play "Name that Rhythm" determining which song rhythm is being played. Next, learners will learn about traditional notation for quarter notes and eighth notes, reading and playing examples. Learners will arrange notes to create their own rhythms and share with the class (may continue on week 5). Finally, learners will demonstrate rhythm while listening to a musical picture book.