Topic: Exploring Music through Mary Poppins

Desired Outcome: Inspired by a range of stimuli, and working on my own and/or with others, I can express and communicate my ideas, thoughts and feelings through musical activities.

Week 1: Introduction to Mary Poppins - Watch clips from the movie Mary Poppins and discuss the music featured in the film - Learn about the composer of the music, Richard M. Sherman, and his inspiration for the songs - Listen to and analyze some of the iconic songs from the movie, such as “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious” and “Chim Chim Cher-ee”

Week 2: Exploring Rhythm and Beat - Learn about rhythm and beat through interactive games and activities - Experiment with creating different rhythms using body percussion and simple instruments - Work together to create a rhythmical accompaniment to a Mary Poppins song

Week 3: Exploring Melody and Harmony - Learn about melody and harmony through singing exercises and games - Practice singing some of the songs from Mary Poppins as a group - Experiment with creating harmonies to accompany a chosen Mary Poppins song

Week 4: Creating Our Own Mary Poppins Musical - Work in small groups to create a short musical performance inspired by Mary Poppins - Choose a scene from the movie to recreate through music and movement - Perform the musical for the rest of the class and reflect on the experience

Assessment: - Students will be assessed on their ability to work collaboratively with others to create and perform a musical piece inspired by Mary Poppins - Students will also be assessed on their ability to express their ideas, thoughts, and feelings through musical activities

Resources: - Clips from the movie Mary Poppins - Musical instruments (e.g. tambourines, shakers, drums) - Sheet music for Mary Poppins songs - Recording equipment for students to listen back to their performances

Cross-Curricular Links: - Literacy: Students can write their own lyrics to accompany a Mary Poppins song - Drama: Students can incorporate elements of drama into their musical performance - Social Studies: Students can learn about the historical context of the movie Mary Poppins and its impact on popular culture