Lesson |
Time Allocation |
Resources Needed |
Introduction |
Development |
Conclusion |
Assessment |
Lesson 1: Introduction to Reach by S Club 7 |
45 minutes |
Audio of the song, projector, internet access, speakers |
Play the song "Reach" by S Club 7 to the class. Ask if anyone has heard it before. |
Discuss the song’s release date (2000), its popularity, and its context within the music industry at the time. Show a short video clip of a live performance. |
Summarize the discussion and ask students to write one reason why the song might have been popular. |
Collect the written reasons and review them for understanding. |
Lesson 2: Exploring S Club 7 |
45 minutes |
Internet access, projector, markers, chart paper |
Show pictures of S Club 7 band members and ask if anyone recognizes them. |
Discuss the band's formation, their major hits, and their contributions to society and pop culture. Create a mind map on chart paper. |
Review the mind map and ask students to add one fact they learned about S Club 7. |
Check the added facts for accuracy and relevance. |
Lesson 3: Learning the Lyrics |
45 minutes |
Lyrics printouts, audio of the song, projector |
Hand out printed lyrics and play the song. Have students follow along. |
Break the song into sections and practice singing each section. Discuss the meaning of the lyrics. |
Have a group sing-along of the full song. |
Observe and note students' participation and enthusiasm. |
Lesson 4: Timeline of S Club 7 |
45 minutes |
Internet access, paper, markers, ruler |
Discuss what a timeline is and why it’s useful. |
Provide key events in S Club 7’s career. Students create a timeline on paper. |
Display the timelines around the room and have a gallery walk. |
Review the timelines for accuracy and completeness. |
Lesson 5: Impact and Influence |
45 minutes |
Internet access, projector, chart paper, markers |
Ask students how they think a band can influence society. |
Discuss S Club 7’s impact on music, fashion, and youth culture. Create a group chart of their influences. |
Summarize the discussion and ask students to write a paragraph on one way S Club 7 influenced society. |
Collect and review the paragraphs for understanding. |
Lesson 6: Performance Preparation |
45 minutes |
Lyrics printouts, audio of the song, projector |
Review the lyrics and practice singing the song. |
Assign roles (singers, dancers, etc.) and rehearse the performance. |
Have a full run-through of the performance. |
Observe and note students' confidence and performance readiness. |