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Learning objective

  • To create symbols to represent sounds.

Success criteria

  • I can work with others to
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National curriculum

Music

Pupils should be taught to:

  • Use
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Cross-curricular links

None.

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Before the lesson

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Lesson plan

Recap and recall

Explain that the children will talk with a partner about the statement on the slide and give a reason for their answer. Display the Presentation: Explain the answer and read the statement aloud. Arrange the children in pairs and allow time for discussion.  

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Adaptive teaching

Pupils needing extra support

Could work in a group creating only three symbols for their composition; could create a literal symbol and not a line.

Pupils working at greater depth

Should create up to six different sounds and symbols for their chosen environment; should be encouraged to create a line to represent their sound, considering pitch (high or low).

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Assessing progress and understanding

Pupils with secure understanding are indicated by: collaborating and communicating in their

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Vocabulary definitions

  • composition

    A piece of music that someone has written.

  • dynamics

    The volume of the music (loud or soft).

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In this unit

Assessment - Music Y2: Singing

Lesson 1: Seaside sounds

Lesson 2: Countryside sounds

Lesson 3: City sounds

Lesson 4: Structured soundscape

Lesson 5: Performing a composition

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Last update: 2nd January, 2026

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