Lesson Plan - Exploring Colors Series - Red

Attention Pre-K and Kindergarten Teachers! If you're looking for a unique and engaging way to teach colors, check out our done-for-you exploring the color red music lesson plan! The plan includes ten fun and interactive musical activities, all focused on identifying and recognizing common things that are red. It is a part of our Exploring the Colors Through Music series. While these activities are perfect for younger students, kids in lower elementary grades can also benefit. Even if you don't have a musical background, you can still follow these straightforward plans with ease!

What's in the lesson plan?

• A list of simple materials (most of which you probably already have)
• A selection of songs to add to your playlist
• Detailed instructions for carrying out ten fun activities
• Red-themed storybook recommendations for a literacy component
• Sheet music with lyrics, notations, and chord symbols

My musical lesson plans teach basic musical concepts such as rhythm, singing, and movement, but are also great for developing coordination, gross and fine motor skills, and literacy skills. These lesson plans can be used as is or modified as needed, for toddlers, preschoolers, early elementary (kindergarten, first and second grade), and homeschool co-ops.

This easy-to-teach lesson plan requires simple materials - generally egg shakers, scarves, a Bluetooth speaker, and an optional piano, keyboard, ukulele, or guitar. All songs can also be sung a cappella if you don't play an instrument. You'll get activities themed for the lesson plan and instructions on how they should be performed, a complete list of songs to add to your playlist and any sheet music needed, complete with chords and notation. You can teach this lesson plan without an extensive musical background yourself!