Session Three

Little Red in the Hood
(A Rap song in the Making)
 
 

Overview:  To retell the story of Little Red Riding Hood, using a different format, to convey meaning in the students  own words. 

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Further Inquiry:  Rhymes, Word Meanings, Art
 

Pre-planning is essential for this activity
Multi -grade participation
 
 

 Your primary students will be working with children chosen from the upper grades, to develop a rap song.  This type of activity can involve a host of activities that cross many curricular areas   Once groupings have been determined, focus on the task at hand. Begin by reading, Red Riding Hood to the whole class in a read aloud format .  Don't assume that your older students remember major points in this folk tale.  Make sure that they are active listeners during this time.

On the board, or overhead, write the title of the rap, Little Red in the Hood.  Explain the guidelines of writing and performing a rap song to the whole class.  Brainstorm ideas to be used in the song including  rhyme  and rhythm. The first sentence of the song  should be done as a whole group. Break students up and watch the fun begin!   Once the activity is completed (and this may take awhile), plan on taking your creation on a tour through the school.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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