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Valentine’s Day in the Music Room
A Storybook Lesson for Somebody Loves You Mr. Hatch
Bring kindness, music, and storytelling together with this heartwarming lesson plan for Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch by Eileen Spinelli. This interactive resource weaves together song, movement, and instrument play, making it the perfect addition to your Valentine’s Day in the music room. Students will explore emotions through music while building literacy and social-emotional learning skills.
What’s Included for Valentine’s Day in the Music Room
🎶 Tiny Melody – A Simple Song to Reinforce the Story’s Theme
Your students will love singing along with the original song Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch, reinforcing the book’s message of love and kindness. The melody is easy to learn, making it a great way to engage students in active participation and musical storytelling.
💃 Movement Activities – Bringing the Story to Life Through Actions
Help students embody the emotions of Mr. Hatch by acting out key moments in the book. Words like tore, flung, peek, dance, and trip are brought to life with movement, allowing students to physically connect with the story’s events. This kinesthetic approach makes the lesson more immersive and fun!
🥁 Instrument Play Prompts – Connecting Sounds to Story Elements
Enhance the storytelling experience by assigning specific instruments to different parts of the book. Scrapers create a crunchy sound when Mr. Hatch tears open the box, and rhythm sticks keep the beat while he dances with joy. Students will explore sound and mood while developing rhythm skills.
🎤 Discussion Questions – Encouraging Reflection and Connection
Deepen student understanding with guided discussion questions that encourage them to reflect on kindness and emotions. Questions like Why was Mr. Hatch so serious? and How did his neighbors make him feel better? spark thoughtful conversations and social-emotional learning.
Why You’ll Love This for Valentine’s Day in the Music Room
- Engaging & Interactive – Keep students actively involved with singing, movement, and instrument play.
- Supports SEL & Literacy – Develop social-emotional skills and reading comprehension through music.
- Easy to Implement – Clear step-by-step instructions make it simple to use in your classroom.
- Perfect for All Elementary Grades – Adaptable for different skill levels and learning styles.
This engaging lesson plan is the perfect addition to your Valentine’s Day in the music room. It transforms a heartwarming book into a full, interactive music experience that your students will love. Get ready to spread joy and kindness—grab your lesson plan today! 💕🎶
Need another great Valentine’s Day activity? Check out Love is Everywhere, my original song, on YouTube. You can also grab the lesson plan bundle for this song here...it’s perfect for talking with littles about love while also teaching tempo skills.
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