Early this week, fourth graders finished answering their guiding research questions and began to organize their findings into paragraph form. Once students had done this, they were able to start crafting the chorus of their song. Students worked on whittling down their information to ensure that their chorus included the most important aspects of their event. Grade fours played with word choice, imagery and description while workshopping this section of their song. Our folk song artists joined us on both Tuesday morning and Friday afternoon to guide students through the writing process. Both John and Tanner spent time with small groups, making suggestions about language, length and accompanying music.
In addition to penning their first compositions, students were also asked to discuss the song, "Farewell to Nova Scotia" by The Irish Rovers. In small groups, fourth graders inquired into the meaning, imagery and language used throughout the folk song. Each group also needed to pay careful attention to instruments used, the melody of the song and the importance of the chorus/ message of the song.
Our focus next week will be on developing 1st and 2nd verses for our songs, each written from a differing perspective. We will be joined again by both Tanner and John on Wednesday.
In addition to penning their first compositions, students were also asked to discuss the song, "Farewell to Nova Scotia" by The Irish Rovers. In small groups, fourth graders inquired into the meaning, imagery and language used throughout the folk song. Each group also needed to pay careful attention to instruments used, the melody of the song and the importance of the chorus/ message of the song.
Our focus next week will be on developing 1st and 2nd verses for our songs, each written from a differing perspective. We will be joined again by both Tanner and John on Wednesday.
We want to wish all of our wonderful mother's a very happy Mother's Day!