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Second graders come to music twice weekly. Students expand on first grade work by reading and performing basic rhythms and matching pitch when singing.

Curriculum lists the critical elements a second grader is expected to learn during their year in music. Report Cards and Assessment shows in detail what skills each second grader is assessed for their report card.

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Demonstrates beat competency.

Reads and performs basic rhythms including steady beat, ostinatos, duple and triple meter, and simple note and rest values.

Performs on pitched and non-pitched instruments.

Matches pitch within an appropriate vocal range

Rehearses and practices with teacher guidance and directions, demonstrating focus, concentration, active listening, appropriate participation and cooperation.

Performs with teacher guidance and direction.

Report Cards and Assessment

The following items will be assessed on the progress report.

Develops music skills and techniques: student works to match pitch through singing exercises, games and songs.

Understands music concepts: student works to independently play, read, and identify simple rhythms using body percussion, pitched percussion and rhythm syllables.

Effort: to meet standard the student will consistently follow teacher directions and appropriately participate in music class.