Time Allocation | Resources Needed | Introduction | Development | Conclusion | Assessment |
Lesson 1 40 mins |
Computer with internet access, projector, speakers, printed lyrics | Introduce the song "Macarena" by playing a short clip of the song. | Research and discuss when and where the song was released, why it became popular. Watch a documentary or YouTube video about the song. | Summarize key points about the song's release and popularity. Discuss as a class. | Students complete a worksheet with questions about the song's release and popularity. |
Lesson 2 40 mins |
Computer with internet access, projector, speakers, printed biography of Los del Rio | Introduction to Los del Rio, the band behind "Macarena." | Research and create a list of the band's contributions to society and culture. Discuss their impact and influence. | Summarize the band's contributions and impacts. Discuss any surprising findings. | Students write a short paragraph on how Los del Rio has influenced music and culture. |
Lesson 3 40 mins |
Printed lyrics, highlighters | Introduce the lyrics of "Macarena" by providing printed copies to students. | Read through the lyrics together and highlight key phrases. Practice singing the song in sections. | Group practice of the song's chorus. Discuss any difficult parts. | Students perform the chorus in small groups for peer feedback. |
Lesson 4 40 mins |
Art supplies, paper | Introduction to creating a timeline of Los del Rio's career. | Research key events in the band's career and start designing a timeline on paper. | Share and discuss initial timeline designs with classmates. | Students refine their timelines based on peer feedback. |
Lesson 5 40 mins |
Printed lyrics, music playback devices | Revisit the song "Macarena" and its lyrics. | Practice singing the entire song in sections, focusing on difficult parts. | Group sing-along practice. | Students perform the entire song in small groups. |
Lesson 6 40 mins |
Completed timelines, display boards | Introduction to sharing the timelines on a display board. | Students finalize and decorate their timelines. Display the completed timelines in the classroom. | Class tour of the displayed timelines. Discuss the key events in Los del Rio's career. | Students write a reflection on what they learned about Los del Rio. |