5, 6, 7, 8 by Steps

"5, 6, 7, 8" is a fun and lively song by a group called Steps. It's all about dancing and having a good time. The song has a catchy beat that makes you want to get up and move.

In the song, the singers talk about a special kind of dance called line dancing. They mention steps like "heel, toe," "do-si-do," and "come on, let's go." These are all moves you can do while dancing in a line with your friends.

The song also talks about cowboy hats, boots, and having a great time at a party. The singers are excited and full of energy, and they want everyone to join in the fun. It's a happy song that makes you feel like you're at a big celebration with lots of dancing and smiling faces.

When you listen to "5, 6, 7, 8," you'll probably want to clap your hands, stomp your feet, and dance along. It's a great song to play when you want to feel joyful and energetic. So, if you ever hear this song, don't be shy—jump in and start dancing with the music!

  1. What is the name of the group that sings "5, 6, 7, 8"?
  2. What kind of dance is mentioned in the song?
  3. What are some of the dance steps mentioned in the song?
  4. Why do you think the song makes people want to dance?
  5. If you could add one more thing to the song to make it more fun, what would it be and why?

Let's go to Sydney Opera House

Hi! My name is Liam and I am 8 years old. I went to the Sydney Opera House with my family. It was so cool because we got to see where Steps performed! Steps is a really fun music group, and my mom says they were very famous. We even got to visit a special room where they have pictures and videos of Steps. I learned that they sang and danced on the big stage. It made me want to dance too! We also saw the big white sails of the Opera House, which look like giant seashells. After that, we went to a place called the Royal Botanic Garden nearby. It was full of colorful flowers and plants. I had a great time and can't wait to go back!

  1. What did Liam visit in Sydney?
  2. Why was the visit to the Sydney Opera House special for Liam?
  3. Can you describe what the Sydney Opera House looks like based on Liam's description?
  4. Why do you think Liam enjoyed visiting the room with pictures and videos of Steps?
  5. How do you think visiting the Royal Botanic Garden made Liam feel?

My Favourite Band

Hi everyone! I want to tell you about my favorite band, Steps. I really like them because their music is super fun and makes me want to dance. My favorite song by Steps is "Tragedy." It's so catchy and I love singing along to it. Did you know that Steps is a British band? They have five members named Claire, Faye, Lisa, H, and Lee. They formed the band in 1997, which is a long time ago. They have lots of cool songs and they do amazing dance moves in their music videos. Steps have sold millions of albums and they even won awards for their music. I think they are the best band ever!

  1. What is the name of the song by Steps that the writer likes the most?
  2. How many members are in the band Steps?
  3. Why does the writer like Steps' music?
  4. Can you think of another band or singer who has won awards for their music? How are they similar to or different from Steps?
  5. Imagine you could meet one member of Steps. Who would you choose and what would you ask them?

Timeline Activity

After learning all about 5, 6, 7, 8 by Steps, your job is to create a timeline of Steps's music career. You could add all the important events in their life but you can be inventive and add some interesting things that people might like to read about. You can make it as simply as you like with pen and paper or you can be very inventive. The sky's the limit - go for it!

Slideshow - 5, 6, 7, 8 by Steps
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