The kids have learned a lot of music so far. As of today, they now have a Native American Song, an Early American Patriotic Song, a Sea Chantey, and two folk songs.
Every culture and every language has its own folk music. It originates from ordinary people, describing events and experiences from their lives. We looked at two songs specifically today. The first is "Sweet Betsy from Pike", which tells the story and trials of a Pioneer Woman named Betsy. And the second is "Johnny Get Your Hair Cut", which is a child's play tune that can be changed around for fun.
This week the kids will be coming up with their own folk song, either a story about something from their everyday life, or a simple play tune like "Johnny Get Your Hair Cut".
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