EYFS - We are Percussionists - Resource Pack - Overview, Lesson, Activity and Notation Cards

“We are Percussionists” aims to teach the fundamentals of pulse and rhythm through the use of untuned and tuned percussion. This pack outlines five lessons.

Lesson flashcards: These are optional to use but systematically introduce a new rhythm pattern each week, alongside revisiting prior learning. The also give prompts to activity cards - and follow the lesson structure as described in the overview.

Notation cards: three notation cards (tuned percussion): “Hot Cross Buns”, “It’s Raining” and “Twinkle Twinkle”. They are designed for EYFS as part of our progressive curriculum but would also be suited across KS1. These notation cards could be used for boomwhackers, tuned hand bells or tuned chime bards. All coloured notation corresponds to the colour of boomwhackers etc.

Notation cards enable children to become familiar with well-known rhymes, before exploring syllable patterns using tuned percussion. They then use colour-coded notation to play the rhymes, developing their early musical skills and understanding of musical patterns.

Activity cards: Activity cards provide educators with step-by-step guidance on delivering the notation activities, including key vocabulary, teaching strategies and suggestions for adapting learning to meet the needs of all children.