Spring Lake Music » 3rd Grade

Third Grade Preview for 2010-2011

Mrs. Ireland — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 12:19:47 +0000

Welcome wonderful third graders! We are going to have a great year in music. Here are some things you can expect to do this year: Our Michigan concert in May ( lots of songs and skits ), singing and playing ostinatos ( os – ta- WHAT – os?), learning more about decoding the language of music, creating your own music, and some new music games. We also have a new monthly clue game for prizes this year ( like last year’s “Where in The World” game). It is called “Time Traveler.” Get ready to go back in time and learn about American music and culture!

“Blue Kangaroo” Song Honors Mrs. Mikesell!

Mrs. Ireland — Sat, 05 Jun 2010 22:36:31 +0000

Our wonderful librarian, Mrs. Mikesell, was honored at the school picnic with an original song written by the 1st and 2nd grade students. Check out the lyrics of the “Blue Kangaroo!”

THE BLUE KANGAROO
lyrics by Holmes School 1st and 2nd Grade
Dedicated in June, 2010 to our wonderful librarian – Mrs. Mikesell

Oh I’m a blue kangaroo. All my books are gone.
What should I do? Where did I go wrong?
Oh I’m a blue kangaroo and its library day. What will Mrs. Mikesell say?
Oooo - I’m a blue kangaroo. ( 4 times )
Oh well she looked at me and then she said,
“Better go back home and check under your bed!
The Library Dragon comes out in May, and YOU will have to pay!”
Oooo – Overdue! ( 4 times )
I tried to think back and retrace my steps.
The books were in my pouch. But what happened next?
I was jumping with koala and my brother too. What am I gonna do?
Maybe – the books bounced out. ( 4 times )
Weeks had passed and still no books.
Mrs. Mikesell’s going to call me a crook!
Then koala came over to play one day. This is what he had to say:
“Hey —– I found your books today!” (4 times )
So I returned my books. I’m not feeling sad.
Mrs. Mikesell did not even seem mad!
All my troubles are gone. I’m not singin’ the blues. I hope this never happens to you!
Ooo – I don’t have to sing the blues! (3 times)

Awesome job 3rd graders!

Mrs. Ireland — Fri, 14 May 2010 01:18:05 +0000

The Michigan concert was fabulous!!!! You all worked so hard and tonight’s performance was great. I am proud of your efforts.

Michigan History and 3rd Grade Music

Mrs. Ireland — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 01:01:21 +0000

All 3rd graders have been working on songs about our great state of Michigan. These songs will be combined with historical skits and narration for our spring program. Look for extra parts and costume information to come home after Spring vacation.

TALENT SHOW – THURSDAY, FEB. 18th

Mrs. Ireland — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 04:02:34 +0000

Join us as over 70 Holmes students show their talents in the Spring Lake High School auditorium at 7pm. Performers and emcees will meet Mrs. Ireland and Mrs. Berry in the seats on the right hand side at 6:50pm to get ready.

Fantastic trip for 3rd Graders!

Mrs. Ireland — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:32:32 +0000

The 3rd grade classes were treated to an amazing concert by Grand Rapids Symphony Orchestra musician, Bill Vits. We learned about percussion instruments from around the world, beat, and rhythm while listening and moving to lots of music. We even heard an instrument that was originally invented to be a burglar alarm! It is called a teremin.

Thanks, Holmes parents, for supporting school fundraisers that allow the students to enjoy unique learning opportunities! Check out the photos of this event in the photo gallery.