The third and fourth grade students at W. H. Knuckles summer program had no idea they were getting ready to bust a move when the 4-H Agent walked into their classroom on Wednesday. Some of them said they thought we were going to play with germs, others hoped we would do something scientific, but when the music started they were excited to try our new experiment.
Just like the sixth graders the third and fourth graders at W. H. Knuckles talked about the kid of stress they deal with. They mentioned things like siblings and parents who get angry (although they admitted that they often instigate the anger). After talking about stress and what causes it, and what it can do to you they were ready to have a little scientific fun.
Our youth numbered their page from one to twelve before we started kicking up the tunes. The songs that got the best reactions may have been a surprise to many adults, "Lean on Me", "Amazing Grace", and Beyonce's "Single Ladies" got their attention. Other songs were unfamiliar but the youth were receptive to how the songs inflict stress or relaxation by listening to it.
As we talked about how the songs made them feel they all agreed they would think about the choices they make in music when planning activities whether it is homework, relaxing, or getting ready for a sports competition. They also said they would turn to music to help them relax rather than turning to risky behaviors such as smoking, drinking or drugs to help handle their stress.
Way to go W. H. Knuckles!!!!
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