Music is an amazing tool for learning: it connects with our emotions and makes learning more fun and memorable. As a universal language, it crosses cultures and ages, allowing students to participate even if they don’t know all the words. Additionally, rhythm and repetition help memorize vocabulary and improve pronunciation naturally, while listening to and singing songs develops listening skills without feeling like a heavy exercise.
In short, music motivates and makes learning enjoyable and effective. This is why we have selected three quick activities you can try in your classes! Let’s go!
Fill in the blanks
This one’s simple and super effective:
- Pick a short song and remove some key words, like verbs, nouns, or adjectives.
- Play the song and have students fill in the missing words as they listen.
- Replay if needed, then check answers together.
It’s a fun way to get students paying close attention to the lyrics while practicing spelling and vocabulary.
True or false
- Listen to a song and give students a few statements about the lyrics.
- Ask them to decide if each statement is true or false.
For example: “The singer mentions a red car. True or false?” Then discuss the answers as a class and have students explain their reasoning in English. It’s great for listening comprehension and speaking practice.
Spot the word
Finally: Spot the Word!
- Choose a word from the song and tell students to raise their hand every time they hear it.
- For a challenge, try spotting whole phrases or turn it into a team game.
This activity is perfect for improving listening skills and pronunciation. It also adds a bit of excitement to the lesson.
Short songs, big learning
These quick activities show that even a short song can be a great way to learn, making ideas stick while having fun. And, just like we like it at Gloading, learning should be both enjoyable and effective. Thanks for joining us, and see you next time!