Singing Games and Folk Songs
Learning and performing simple folk songs and singing games from different cultures.
Key Questions
- Compare the rhythms and melodies of a folk song from Australia and another country.
- Explain how singing games help us learn about rhythm and pitch.
- Analyze how the lyrics of a folk song tell a story about a community.
ACARA Content Descriptions
Suggested Methodologies
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