TENDERTOES ACADEMYGrade: 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.