ClassX Video Lessons Grade Grade 2 Tamron Hall Plays Twinkle Twinkle Little Star! | The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo
Let’s dive into a fun story about Tamron Hall, a famous TV host, who loves music and instruments! In this story, we learn why music is important and how playing instruments can be so much fun.
Did you know Tamron Hall used to play the clarinet when she was in middle school? Playing an instrument like the clarinet can help you learn new things, be more creative, and even make you better at focusing. It’s a great way to start your musical journey!
During the show, Elmo from “Sesame Street” joined Tamron for a fun game. Elmo asked Tamron to pretend to play an instrument, and everyone had to guess what it was. This game showed how music can make us happy and let our imaginations run wild. It’s a reminder that music is for everyone, no matter how old you are!
Elmo and Tamron talked about what makes something an instrument. They said an instrument is anything you can use to make music, like a piano or a guitar. But guess what? You can also make music with everyday things, like pots and pans! This means you can create music with almost anything around you.
The most exciting part was the “step competition.” Tamron, Elmo, and a friend named Chase played a game where they stepped on lights that looked like piano keys. They had to step in time with the song “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star.” This game showed how important it is to keep the beat and move with the music. It helps you learn timing and makes your body move in fun ways!
Tamron Hall’s visit was all about celebrating music and having fun. She showed us that learning about music and playing instruments can be a joyful adventure. Whether you’re playing an instrument or joining in musical games, music is a special way to connect with others and share happiness. So, let’s enjoy the wonderful world of music together!
Make Your Own Instrument: Gather some everyday items from around your house, like empty boxes, rubber bands, or spoons. Try to create your own musical instrument. Can you make a guitar using a box and rubber bands? Or maybe a drum with a pot and a spoon? Experiment with different sounds and see what kind of music you can create. Share your homemade instrument with your family and play a little concert for them!
Music and Movement Game: Play a game where you listen to a song and move to the beat. Ask a family member to play a song like “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star” and try to step or clap along with the rhythm. Can you keep the beat like Tamron and Elmo did in the step competition? Try different songs and see how the music makes you want to move. Does a fast song make you move differently than a slow one?
Guess the Instrument: With a friend or family member, take turns pretending to play different instruments, just like Tamron and Elmo did. Use your imagination and see if the other person can guess what instrument you’re pretending to play. You can pretend to play a piano, a trumpet, or even a violin. How many instruments can you guess correctly? This game helps you learn about different instruments and how they are played.
