Lift-the-flap Questions and Answers About Music
Lift-the-Flap Usborne Series
What’s inside...
The Lift-the-flap Questions and Answers series from Usborne explores diverse topics in an interactive format. This book specifically delves into music, covering styles, instruments, and the songwriting process. It includes questions like 'How do you write a song?' and 'Can you play music in space?', making it ideal for sparking an interest in music. Readers can discover instruments from around the world, lift flaps for engagement, and listen to a related playlist via Usborne Quicklinks.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-9
Length
14 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What instrument would you love to learn to play and why?
How do you feel when you listen to your favorite song?
Can you think of a moment in a movie where music made you feel happy or sad?
How do different types of music change the way we dance?
If you could be a musician in an orchestra, which instrument would you choose and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use personal anecdotes about your own musical experiences to make the conversation relatable.
Encourage your child to describe music using emotions or colors to deepen their understanding of how music influences feelings.
While reading, if possible, play some of the music instruments mentioned to give a practical understanding of the sounds.
Discuss the cultural aspects of music by exploring genres from different parts of the world mentioned in the book.
After discussing each question, encourage your child to draw or act out their responses to foster creativity.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding diversity in music
Explanation: The book introduces children to a variety of musical styles and traditions from different cultures, enriching their understanding and appreciation.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate and respect cultural diversity, which can enhance social harmony and personal enjoyment of various musical forms.
Example Lesson: Improving memory and concentration
Explanation: Interactive lift-the-flap features engage children more deeply, prompting them to remember what they've learned about music.
Real-World Application: This enhanced memory and focus can help children in academic settings and in learning new skills across different areas.
Example Lesson: Encouraging curiosity and inquisitive thinking
Explanation: By answering common questions about music, the book nurtures a natural curiosity and encourages children to ask more questions and seek answers.
Real-World Application: Fostering curiosity can lead to a lifelong love of learning and discovery in all subjects, not just music.
Example Lesson: Building listening skills
Explanation: Different sounds and rhythms discussed in the book help children pay more attention to auditory details.
Real-World Application: Good listening skills can improve communication with others and enhance learning in both social and academic settings.
Example Lesson: Promoting family bonding
Explanation: Sharing the interactive experience of this book can be a fun activity for children and parents alike.
Real-World Application: Participating in shared reading times can strengthen family relationships and foster a supportive environment for learning.