**Lesson Plan: Creating Music with Tonic Solfa Notation**
**Grade Level:** Primary 5
**Subject:** Cultural and Creative Arts
**Duration:** 45 minutes
**Topic:** Creating Music with Tonic Solfa Notation
**Objectives:**
1. Students will understand the basic concept of tonic solfa notation.
2. Students will be able to identify and sing the solfa syllables (Do, Re, Mi, Fa, Sol, La, Ti, Do).
3. Students will be able to use tonic solfa notation to create simple melodies.
**Materials Needed:**
- Whiteboard and markers
- Flashcards with solfa syllables
- Musical instruments (e.g., keyboards, xylophones, or any available classroom instruments)
- A simple pre-written solfa notation melody
- Paper and pencils for the students
**Lesson Outline:**
1. **Introduction (5 minutes)**
- Begin with a short discussion on what music is and how it's created.
- Introduce the concept of tonic solfa notation. Explain that it’s a way to read and write music using syllables like Do, Re, Mi, etc.
- Present the solfa scale on the board: Do, Re, Mi, Fa, Sol, La, Ti, Do.
2. **Warm-Up Activity (10 minutes)**
- Use flashcards to show each solfa syllable one at a time, and have students repeat after you.
- Sing the solfa scale together as a class, ascending and descending.
- Divide the class into small groups and let each group take turns singing parts of the scale.
3. **Teaching and Learning Activities (20 minutes)**
a. **Identification and Singing (10 minutes)**
- Write a simple melody using tonic solfa on the board (e.g., Do Re Mi Fa Sol Mi Re Do).
- Sing the melody for the students, then have them repeat after you.
- Practice the melody until the students are comfortable.
b. **Creating Melodies (10 minutes)**
- Hand out paper and pencils to the students.
- Divide students into small groups and ask each group to create their own short melody using tonic solfa.
- Allow each group to share their melody with the class, and sing it together.
4. **Practical Application (5 minutes)**
- Provide simple classroom instruments and let students practice playing their created melodies.
- Encourage students to experiment with different rhythms and tempos.
5. **Conclusion (5 minutes)**
- Recap the key points of the lesson.
- Ask students to explain what they have learned about tonic solfa notation.
- Praise their efforts and encourage them to practice creating more melodies at home or in their free time.
**Assessment:**
- Observation of students’ participation during the singing and melody creation exercises.
- Check for understanding through questioning and students’ ability to explain the solfa system.
- Review the melodies created by students for proper use of tonic solfa notation.
**Homework:**
- Ask students to create another short melody using tonic solfa notation and bring it to the next class.
**Notes:**
- Ensure all students are engaging and participating.
- Assist those who may struggle with the concept to ensure they do not feel left out.
- Encourage creativity and positive reinforcement throughout the lesson.