Connect students directly to the concept in a personal way. Capture students' attention by initiating a group problem-solving activity before delivery of instruction. Begin with a situation that is familiar to students and builds on what they already know. Construct a learning experience that allows diverse and personal student responses. Facilitate the work of cooperative teams of students.

Valentine Cards

Objective: Students think about their emotions.
Activity: Students make Valentine’s Day cards for a friend or family member.
Assessment: Students are able to identify emotions.
National Standard: Standard 8: Understanding relationships between music, the other arts, and disciplines outside the arts.