Integrate picture books and rhythm into your music classroom with this printable worksheet! There are so many amazing picture books that include lots of rhythmic text and percussive words. After a whole class reading of a picture book, students can create rhythms based on words inspired from the story. Improve your students ability to compose rhythms while strengthening their concept of beat and note duration. This freebie includes teacher instructions as well as 2 templates available (to compose rhythms or add body percussion) – just print and go!

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