Instrument Hotspots — Sample Activity

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Overview

Use this image hotspot activity on the whiteboard to explore instruments in more detail. Ask the class to identify the instrument and any parts if they know them, then click on the hotspots to look at its different parts. Encourage pupils to put their hands up to explain what each part does and its purpose. This task can be repeated to support discussion, teamwork, and deeper understanding of how instruments work

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Contributes to Learning Outcomes

KS1 (Years 1–2)

experiment with, create, select and combine sounds using the interrelated dimensions of music

KS2 (Years 3–6)

develop an understanding of the history of music

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