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. |