This lesson was created for first graders who were learning about Australia in their classrooms. We used rolled up newspaper to construct our own didgeridoos. The lesson went well and the students loved it!
Goals and Objectives of the Lesson:
Students will discover a new way to make music.
Students will have a chance to learn about the Aboriginal People of Australia. Used for over 40,000 years, the didgeridoo ranks among the Earth's most primitive yet enduring instruments.
Students will create a didgeridoo using recycled objects. Students will learn to appreciate the art created not only by them, but by others as well.Materials:
Rolled newspaper: The length should be manageable. For adults, a didgeridoo is about 5 feet long. For children, 3 or 4 feet is great (depending on the height of the child).
Paint or markers
Paintbrushes and water.
White glue
String, leather, feathers, beads and any other found objects you have lying about.
Scissors
Masking tape
Marker
Special needs adaptation (Sensory Motor): Provide students with a dowel rod about an inch thick to roll up the newspaper with.
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