Styles of making melody

Grade: 2

Topic: Styles of Making Melody

Instructor's Name: Miss Choice 

Date: 9th - 13th February 2026

Age:7-9 years 

Learning Objectives

By the end of the lesson, learners should be able to:

Say what a melody is

Name different styles of making melody

Make a simple melody using voice or instruments

Teaching & Learning Materials

Drum, shaker, recorder, or xylophone (if available)

Clapping hands

Picure charts of musical instruments

Introduction 

Sing a short, familiar song with learners.

Ask:

“Did you enjoy the song?”

“What did we use to sing the song?”

Explain:

“A melody is a sweet sound in music.”

Lesson Development 

1. What is Melody?

Explain simply:

A melody is a nice tune we sing or play in music.

2. Styles of Making Melody

Explain each style and demonstrate:

a) Singing

Using our voice to make melody

Example: Singing songs

b) Playing Musical Instruments

Using instruments like drum, recorder, piano

Example: Playing a tune

c) Clapping and Body Sounds

Using hands and body to make sounds

Example: Clapping to a song

d) Whistling or Humming

Making soft sounds with the mouth

Example: Humming a tune

Learner Activities 

Sing a song together

Clap hands to make a melody

Let learners hum or whistle softly

Play a simple instrument (if available)

Conclusion 

Ask learners to name one style of making melody

Questions 

1. What is a melody?

👉 A melody is a sweet sound in music.

2. Name one style of making melody.

👉 Singing / Playing instruments / Clapping

3. Can we make melody with our voice?

👉 Yes.

4. Name one musical instrument.

👉 Drum / Recorder / Piano

5. Do we use our body to make melody?

👉 Yes.

6. Is humming a style of making melody?

👉 Yes.