GAME IDEAS:

Clapping Rhythms – pass 1, 2, or 4 cards out to each student and have them clap the rhythm. If you are working with a group – create 2 teams and have each team clap a few measures, then have everybody clap at the same time for a cool rhythm ensemble!

Rhythm Clap-a-long – find some upbeat popular songs to have students clap to. This is an excellent method for them to feel the pulse, rather than just reproducing the correct time values.

Rhythm Match – print multiple sets – mix up the cards and lay them face down in a grid pattern on the floor. Have students take turns finding matches.

Rhythm Ear Training – lay out all the rhythm measure cards on the floor. Clap a rhythm and have your student (s) identify which rhythm you clapped.