Lesson Time Allocation Resources Needed Introduction Development Conclusion Assessment
Lesson 1: Discovering "Female of the Species" 45 minutes Computer with internet access, speakers, projector, whiteboard, markers Introduce the song "Female of the Species" by Space. Play the song and ask if anyone has heard it before. Discuss the release date (1996) and its popularity. Show a brief video or read an article about the song's impact in the 90s. Summarize key points about the song's release and popularity. Encourage students to share their thoughts. Ask students to write one sentence about why they think the song was popular.
Lesson 2: Exploring Space's Contributions 45 minutes Posters, markers, internet access, projector Recap the previous lesson. Introduce the band Space and their influence on society. Divide students into groups. Each group researches different aspects of the band's influence (e.g., musical style, cultural impact). Each group presents their findings. Discuss as a class the overall impact of the band. Students complete a worksheet listing three ways Space influenced society and culture.
Lesson 3: Learning the Lyrics 45 minutes Printed lyrics, audio player, highlighters Hand out printed lyrics of "Female of the Species". Play the song and ask students to follow along. Go through the lyrics line by line, explaining any difficult words or phrases. Practice singing the song together. Sing the song as a class. Encourage students to practice at home. Students individually highlight any parts of the lyrics they find challenging.
Lesson 4: Timeline of Space's Career 45 minutes Poster paper, markers, internet access, projector Discuss the concept of a timeline. Show an example of a timeline. Students use resources to research and create a timeline of the band's career, including key events and album releases. Display completed timelines around the classroom. Each student presents one key event from their timeline to the class.
Lesson 5: Rehearsing the Performance 45 minutes Audio player, printed lyrics, props (optional) Recap the lyrics. Split the class into small groups. Each group rehearses singing the song. Provide feedback and help with any difficult sections. Groups perform for each other. Provide positive feedback. Students self-assess their performance, noting areas for improvement.
Lesson 6: Final Performance and Reflection 45 minutes Audio player, props (optional), video camera (optional) Discuss the importance of performances and overcoming stage fright. Final rehearsal followed by the performance. Consider recording the performance for students to watch later. Reflection on the project. Discuss what they learned about the song and the band. Students write a short reflection on what they enjoyed and learned from the project.