Lesson 1

Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Resources Needed: Audio of "Don't Speak", Internet access, projector

Introduction: (10 minutes) Begin by playing a snippet of "Don't Speak" by No Doubt. Ask the children if they recognize the song and what they think of it.

Development: (20 minutes) Explain that the song "Don't Speak" was released in 1996. Show a brief video or presentation about No Doubt and discuss why the song became popular. Highlight the emotional lyrics and catchy melody.

Conclusion: (5 minutes) Recap the key points about the song’s release date, popularity, and key features.

Assessment: (5 minutes) Ask students to write down one fact they learned about "Don't Speak" and share it with the class.

Lesson 2

Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Resources Needed: Internet access, projector, chart paper, markers

Introduction: (5 minutes) Start with a quick recap of the previous lesson about "Don't Speak".

Development: (25 minutes) Divide the class into small groups and ask them to research No Doubt's contributions to society and culture. Have each group present their findings on chart paper and discuss the band's impact on music and fashion.

Conclusion: (5 minutes) Have each group share one interesting fact they found about No Doubt’s impact.

Assessment: (5 minutes) Evaluate group presentations based on the accuracy and relevance of the information.

Lesson 3

Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Resources Needed: Printed lyrics of "Don't Speak", highlighters

Introduction: (5 minutes) Hand out printed lyrics of "Don't Speak" to each student.

Development: (25 minutes) Read through the lyrics together as a class. Highlight difficult words and discuss their meanings. Practice singing the song line by line.

Conclusion: (5 minutes) Sing the song together as a class.

Assessment: (5 minutes) Observe students' participation and ability to follow along with the lyrics.

Lesson 4

Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Resources Needed: Internet access, projector, timeline template, printed band history

Introduction: (5 minutes) Recap the previous lessons about No Doubt and "Don't Speak".

Development: (25 minutes) Provide students with a timeline template and a brief printed history of No Doubt. Guide them in filling out the major events in the band’s career.

Conclusion: (5 minutes) Allow students to share their timelines with the class.

Assessment: (5 minutes) Review and provide feedback on the timelines.

Lesson 5

Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Resources Needed: Audio of "Don't Speak", printed lyrics

Introduction: (5 minutes) Play "Don't Speak" again and encourage students to sing along while looking at the lyrics.

Development: (25 minutes) Break the class into small groups and have each group practice singing different parts of the song. Rotate groups so everyone gets to practice various sections.

Conclusion: (5 minutes) Bring the class back together and sing the song collectively.

Assessment: (5 minutes) Monitor each group's performance and provide constructive feedback.

Lesson 6

Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Resources Needed: Audio of "Don't Speak", printed lyrics, performance space

Introduction: (5 minutes) Announce that the class will perform "Don't Speak" for an audience (other classes or parents).

Development: (25 minutes) Conduct a full rehearsal with students performing their parts. Focus on timing, volume, and clarity.

Conclusion: (5 minutes) Provide final tips and encouragement for the performance.

Assessment: (5 minutes) Evaluate the rehearsal and give personalized feedback to help students improve.