GRAPHIC ORGANIZER FOR SONGS

BALLAD

Definition

A simple narrative poem, often of folk origin, bearing romantic and sentimental character, composed in short stanzasExamples

• Tragic love

• Domestic conflicts

• Wars

Structure

-Ballads are often written in ballad stanzas, which usually have four lines:

-Four accented syllables in lines one and three

- accented syllables in lines two and four

• An abcb rhyme scheme

Characteristics

Ballads often

-deal with supernatural events

-tell sensational or tragic stories

-have a strong, simple beat

-use a great deal of repetition

FOLK SONG

BLUES POP

LULLABYcharacteristicsRepetition is part of the process of lulling a tired child to sleep. The repetition of words and rhythms allows the child to relax and rest their busy, growing little brains. definitioncommonalities in rhythmrepetition of rhythms often complex blending of instrumentsA style of music which originally developed from African American music such as blues, jazz and gospel. It became known as rhythm and blues in the 1950s and 1960s. Modern R and B includes a wide range of black pop music with influences from hip hop, funk and soul.WHITNEY HUDSONMARIAH CAREYBEYONCE

QUESTION

1. Purposes of using songs in Malaysian Primary School.

There are many purposes of using songs in Malaysian Primary School. One of them is

teaching by using a song is a great way to build the foundation skills that today's

elementary school curriculum requires. As we all know, students have to master basic

skills likes listening skills, speaking skills, writing skills and so on. At Malaysia, songs

are an alternative ways for teacher to teach their students to master all of these basic

skills. Besides, these learning videos and songs are fun, teach important skills for

preschool and elementary school kids. At Malaysian, students who live in rural area are

difficult to pronounce an English word. So, by using song in teaching, students could

learn how to pronounce some of words correctly. Music is a non-verbal form of

communication that can convey ideas, images and feelings through selected sounds

and symbols. So, by using songs in teaching primary students, they are free to convey

their feelings with others and share their new ideas with their friends. Music is an

essential part of the child-centered curriculum as one of the range of intelligences and

as a special way of knowing and learning. Songs enhances the child's self-esteem

through allowing him/her to see his or her own inventions valued and enjoyed by others,

and to participate in singing games, songs, dances and group performances where

each individual's contribution is vital to the group's success.

2. How to teach students with songs. (explain how to start the lesson)Eg: teaching Lullabies (Hush Little Baby)

Hush, little baby, don't say a word.Papa's gonna buy you a mockingbird

And if that mockingbird won't sing,Papa's gonna buy you a diamond ring

And if that diamond ring turns brass,Papa's gonna buy you a looking glass

And if that looking glass gets broke,Papa's gonna buy you a billy goat

And if that billy goat won't pull,Papa's gonna buy you a cart and bull

And if that cart and bull turn over,Papa's gonna buy you a dog named Rover

And if that dog named Rover won't barkPapa's gonna buy you a horse and cart

And if that horse and cart fall down,You'll still be the sweetest little baby in town.

I. Before asking students to sing the song together, teacher should ask some

questions. Teacher has to make sure boys and girls know the song’s meaning

and also the significance of unfamiliar words.

II. A Mr. Echo puppet could be brought out. He sings one line; the pupils echo it.

III. Have the children make sock puppets, paper bag puppets or puppets on a stick.

The children learn the words of the song as they have their puppets sing one

verse or chorus at a time. 

IV. Play "Follow the Leader." The leader sings one line, the children follow.

V. Use key words. Print key words of the song to be learned on slips of paper. Pass

these out to the children. As the song is sung, pupils stand as their word is sung.

This keeps the boys and girls alert to the words and help them learn faster.

VI. Have children illustrate various key phrases of the song. Photograph and transfer

to PowerPoint.

VII. Videotape the boys and girls singing. Play it back and let the children sing along.

VIII. When the body moves, the brain remembers. Discuss with the boys and girls

possible hand motions. Accept all contributions and then come to a consensus

as to which ones will be used. Verbs and nouns often spark ideas for gestures. 

IX. Younger children will enjoy using rhythm instruments which will help them learn

the rhythmic phrases of the song. 

X. Have the children hum the tune before singing the words. Humming is a great

way for learning a tune before memorizing words.

XI. Keep singing new songs on a regular basis so the music will always bounce

around in the children‘s heads.