JAZZ+CHANTS



===Jazz Chants were created by Carolyn Graham. These jazz chants help non-native speakers get the feel of speaking English. The students learn the rhythm, patterns, and stress by "doing" them as they sing along to the chant. It is effective and a joy to use in class. Jazz chants can be created for any topic or subject. They are snappy and upbeat and can be made up for any topic. Carolyn Graham has many books and movies on how to create jazz chants and some ideas already made for you to use. This is a joy in the classroom and is mostly used for early childhood education.===

=__**Colors and Shapes**__= For preschoolers and kindergarteners, this is a helpful technique to help them learn and remember. Jazz chants are exceptional specially for those younger children because it is easier than giving students a worksheet or book to help them learn when they are still too young to read. So for this activity use any song you prefer and take out the lyrics. Add your own lyrics that teach children about colors and shapes. For instance, I have a triangle it has 3 sides. Have students create their own or create one that students can sing every day or while cleaning and putting things away. Here's an example you can use http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vc4NQcFN7Dw

=__**Loop De Loop**__= Jazz chants are nice for giving directions and instructions. It is also neat for students to remember directions or a step-by-step demand. For this activity, you can teach your students how to tie their shoes. A cool song I use is from our friend from the sea, SpongeBob Squarepants. This song is catchy and helps children remember how to tie their shoes. Here's the song and hope you enjoy! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yIBjiF58IWs