This is a fun way to learn how to spell through the technique of song and rhythmic clapping for all 3 types of learners - auditory, visual and kinesthetic. Click here for the introductory lesson.

Age:

When students recognize the printed letters of the alphabet.

To begin:

A list of the names of the students in the class is laid on the desk in front of each student.

Each name on the list is looked at, said by teacher, repeated by teacher and students together, then sung and clapped letter by letter.

Beginning at middle C on the piano, for example, each letter of the word moves one note up the scale, with the exception of double letters, which repeat the same note. (Moving up the scale is moving left to right like reading a line of text.)

For words with more than one syllable, pause between syllables.

Examples:

John - sing each letter of the name, and clap once per note - C, D, E, F

Mary - sing each letter of the name, and clap once per note - C, D, (pause) E, F

Jack - sing each letter of the name, and clap once per note - C, D, E, F

Hannah - sing each letter of the name, and clap once per note - C, D, E, (pause) E, F, G, (E is repeated for the double "n" in Hannah)

Jenny - sing each letter of the name, and clap once per note - C, D, E, (pause) E, F (E is repeated for the double "n" in Jenny)

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The content of this article is included in this ebook or paperback workbook -
Kinesthetic Math and Language Lessons
In 77 pages you'll find 32 beginning and advanced mini-lessons for K-6 students in math, language and the one-hand alphabet. A great handbook to spark enthusiasm with students of different abilities and learning styles.


Lesson by Susan Kramer