What does "M" stand for in our music rules?
Make good choices
What does the "U" stand for in our music rules?
Use kind words
What does the "S" stand for in our music class rules?
Show respect
What does the "I" stand for in our music rules?
Involve yourself
What does the "C" stand for in our music rules?
Care for our room and instruments
Your friend is talking to you while the teacher is giving directions. What should you do?
Ignore them and pay attention to the teacher.
Someone lets you borrow their instrument. What are two words you should say to them?
Thank you
Someone else is speaking. What should you be doing?
Listening
If we are learning a song, what should you be doing?
Singing
Should instruments ever be thrown, even if they seem strong?
No
You accidentally bumped into someone while moving around the music room. What should you do?
Apologize and make sure they're okay.
Your classmate is nervous about singing by themselves. Name something kind you could say to them.
You can do it! (Or similar answers)
True or false: You only have to show respect to your teacher.
False. You should show respect to everybody!
True or false: Involving yourself means you have to be the best musician in the room.
False
You notice a piece of trash on the floor, but it isn't yours. What could you do?
Pick it up and throw it away
You notice your friend doing something they know they aren't supposed to do. Should you join them?
No, make your own good choice.
You don't like the song we are learning today. Which is kinder to say - "This song sucks!" OR "It's not my favorite, but that's okay."
It's not my favorite, but that's okay.
Someone likes a song you do not like. How can you respect their different opinion?
Let them enjoy it without making fun of it. (Or a similar answer)
You're learning a new rhythm and don't get it right the first time. What should you do?
Keep trying/don't give up
What should you do if you notice an instrument looks damaged or broken?
Tell the teacher
True or false: Making good choices means you only follow the rules when the teacher is watching.
False
A classmate says something unkind to you. Does that mean you get to say something unkind back?
No.
Name 3 people or things we should show respect to in the music classroom.
Teacher, classmates, ourselves, instruments, materials, classroom, etc.
Which student is following the rules better: a student who gets every note right but refuses to participate, or a student who makes mistakes but keeps trying?
A student who makes mistakes and keeps trying.
Why do we need to take good care of our instruments and classroom?
So they stay safe and usable for everyone (or a similar answer).