Reindeer and Elves Keyboard Race Game
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When I made my first Keyboard Race game, I really had no idea that it was going to be the first in a series of games for every season. I’ve always used the snowflake version for this time of year, but my students wanted a Christmas version, so I drew one for them.
Notice I have cards for F# and Bb. That has proved to be a bonus for my average age beginners, because they learn the terms and how to use them early on. However, I remove those cards for my youngest students. I like to teach new concepts informally like this, rather than waiting for it in the method book. There is no reason students can’t learn something before they actually play it in their music.
Objective
- To quickly identify piano keys.
- To enjoy a seasonal game.
- To identify middle C.
- Optional: to identify B flat and F sharp.
Why I like this game
- My students love it and want to play it over and over.
- It is the fastest and most fun way to learn keyboard names.
This is lovely – just what I need for the last week of term before the Christmas holidays. Your site is such a great resource – thank you for your hard work!
Great game! Thanks – I too was mystified to find my little student was still having trouble remembering note and key names, after one year of regular once a week lessons.
Thanks Susan, this is just perfect for my little ones this afternoon
Well, thank goodness I was able to post it in time. I have been so busy, as we all are! I hope your students can find an elf that looks like them!
Actually, G looks like both of them…..sisters. Their photo is on my website on the duet page.