Investigation: Sounds II

Investigation: Sounds II

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Description

Model loud and soft sounds with your voice, a recorded song, or using a sound-producing object and play a song for children that has both fast and slow tempos in it.

Adaptations specific to this investigation are included in the resource.

Environment

Choose a space without a lot of echo or lots of background noise, if possible.

Instruction

  • When labeling “quiet” or “loud” do so in a quiet or loud voice depending on the volume level.
  • If children are singing, have them put a hand on their throat to feel the vibration.

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