Happy Birthday Permutations Challenge

The musical equivalent of a word scramble activity. Designed for upper elementary/junior high kiddos, this activity requires them to put the four phrases of Happy Birthday in the correct order. THEN, they must create at least ten different permutations of the four phrases. A great individual or small group activity that's fun and keeps kids focused on problem-solving in a novel situation.

Everything's included. If your kids have gone through "Learn Audacity" and "Bach's Prelude in CMaj, measures 1-4" (both are free), there's NO PREP. Just give it to them and I'll take care of the rest.

All the things you and your students will need come in a zip file. What's included?

• Audacity-ready files.
• Preloaded files that help get the kids working quickly.
• Sound files.
• Instructional videos.

As an extra bonus, I've included the template for a research study in musical preferences. Your students will use the permutations of Happy Birthday as the variables for their study and play them for their subjects. As with everything that I create for kids, there is an instructional video along with printed instructions on how to conduct the study. A novel way to create excitement and help to focus your kiddos energies.