This activity is suitable for pupils with sensory needs in mainstream and special school.
Watch how different objects and sensory materials can be used to help children while singing or playing some simple songs.
Using objects and materials into the lesson will help children to understand sounds through the exploring different of textures, rather than listening to a song alone.
What materials you need for this activity
Here is the list food materials that you can use:
- Lime
- Chocolate yoghurt/mousse
- Coffee
- Salt
- Jam
- Yeast extract
- Sugar
- Hot-water bottle/heat and cool gel pads
Curriculum notes
These clips are suitable for teaching music at EYFS and Key Stage 1 in England, Foundation in Wales, Early Years and Foundation KS1 in Northern Ireland and Early and First Level in Scotland.
More SEND guides
SEND: Sensory songs to teach phonics and counting
This activity will be suitable for children with mild learning difficulties. Find out how to use simple songs to help children to create voice sounds and develop an understanding of numbers.
SEND: Telling a story with music and sensory exploration
This activity is suitable for Early Years and children with severe learning difficulties. Find the different ways to read a story to your class using sensory exploration and incorporating simple songs.
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