ALEX Classroom Resources

   View Standards     Standard(s): [ARTS] MUS (3) 1 :

1) Improvise rhythmic and melodic ideas and describe connection to specific purpose and context.

Example: Explore instrumental/vocal timbres to create a sound carpet to accompany the story, "The Three Little Pigs.

" [MA2019] (3) 19 :

19. Estimate and measure liquid volumes and masses of objects using liters (l), grams (g), and kilograms (kg).

a. Use the four operations to solve one-step word problems involving masses or volumes given in the same metric units.

Students will experiment with different volumes of water to create different pitches.  They will create four different pitches and improvise melodic patterns.  

   View Standards     Standard(s): [MA2019] (0) 17 :

17. Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common to see which object has "more of" or "less of" the attribute and describe the difference.

Example: Directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as "taller" or "shorter."

[MA2019] (3) 19 :

19. Estimate and measure liquid volumes and masses of objects using liters (l), grams (g), and kilograms (kg).

a. Use the four operations to solve one-step word problems involving masses or volumes given in the same metric units.

Dinosaurs need to drink a LOT of water, and this event showcases their incredible sipping skills! The goal of the game is to pair the right sized cup with the right dinosaur. This game will help students compare object attributes like length and volume in a fun way.