Animal Sound Slides

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Are you ready to bring a playful twist to your vocal warm-ups? These Animal Sound Slides will have your students roaring, buzzing, and squeaking their way to vocal readiness. (Want a choice board instead? Download the Animal Choice Board).

 

Benefits of Animal Sound Slides:

  1. Vocalization: These slides are a fantastic way to warm up those vocal cords and get your students ready for class. By imitating the sounds of various animals, students will engage their vocal range, improve articulation, and build vocal strength.
  2. Creativity: As students imitate the sounds of different creatures, encourage them to add their unique flair and interpretation. This whimsical approach nurtures creativity and encourages students to explore new vocal possibilities, resulting in dynamic and expressive performances.
  3. Engagement: The interactive nature of imitating animal sounds adds an element of playfulness that captures students' attention and keeps them engaged (even if it's just because they're lighting up with laughter). 

 

Ideas for Using Animal Sound Slides:

  1. Warm-Up: Kick off your class with a wild vocal warm-up. Start by projecting the slides and instructing students to imitate each animal sound as it appears. 
  2. Character Voice Exploration: Use the slides to inspire students when developing character voices for theatrical performances. Each animal sound can serve as a starting point for students to experiment with pitch, tone, and other vocal qualities. 
  3. Collaborative Soundscapes: Divide your students into groups and assign each group a set of animal sounds. Instruct them to create a collaborative soundscape by combining their voices in unique ways. 

 

Download the Animal Choice BoardAnimal Sound Slides. pdf or the Animal Sound Slides. pptx template to create your own.

 


 

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