Fun Rhythm Stick Activity Lesson Plan for “12345”

Here’s a fun rhythm stick tutorial for “12345 Once I Caught a Fish Alive”. It’s easy to follow along and you’ll learn the pattern quickly! And you’ll learn the pattern quickly! I share how you can turn this into a complete music lesson with some warm up activities and then how to teach the rhythm stick patterns too.

There’s a play along at the end of the video where I demonstrate the entire song. I hope you’ll watch the entire video!

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FUN RHYTHM STICK ACTIVITY LESSON PLAN FOR “12345”

The video walks you through the entire lesson step by step. Whether you’re new to teaching rhythm sticks or just looking for a structured, student-friendly approach, this lesson is packed with fun, hands-on learning that will get kids moving and making music with confidence.

SING THE SONG

You can find the song “12345 Once I Caught a Fish Alive” on all your favorite music channels!

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What’s in the Lesson?

• ✅ Simple, engaging warm-ups to introduce rhythm stick techniques
• ✅ Fun call-and-response activities to reinforce steady beat and coordination
• ✅ A beginner-friendly song that makes rhythm practice exciting
• ✅ Movement-based activities to keep students actively engaged
• ✅ Tips for classroom management and pacing to make teaching smooth and effective

Why You’ll Love It

• Designed specifically for young students—no prior experience needed!
• Uses a multi-sensory approach to keep kids engaged
• Helps students develop rhythm skills in a fun and interactive way
• Completely FREE—because I know how much teachers already invest in their classrooms!

Ready to check it out?

Head over to my YouTube channel to watch the full lesson breakdown!

FREE RHYTHM STICK LESSON PLAN

Rhythm Stick Activity Lesson Plan

Title: Rhythm Stick Fun with “One, Two, Three, Four, Five”

Objective: Students will explore steady beat, Rhythms ta and ti-ti (Quarter and Eighth notes), and directional movement using rhythm sticks while singing along to “One, Two, Three, Four, Five, Once I Caught a Fish Alive.”

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MORE MUSIC ACTIVITIES FOR “12345” SONG

Playing ukulele? Get this fun ukulele lesson for “12345 Once I Caught a Fish Alive” for beginners. Learn and play the C, F, G7 and AM chords with this easy to follow along music lesson.

Just think! With this easy to use lesson plan, your students will have opportunities to practice the chords, the strumming pattern using a variety of materials like posters, flashcards, sheet music and presentations.

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Ukulele Lesson “12345 Once I Caught a Fish Alive” TPT STORE LINK

Ukulele Lesson “12345 Once I Caught a Fish Alive” WEB SHOP LINK

“1-2-3-4-5 Once I Caught a Fish Alive” Nursery Rhyme Song Activity Packet

“1-2-3-4-5 Once I Caught a Fish Alive” Nursery Rhyme Song Activity Packet TPT LINK

“1-2-3-4-5 Once I Caught a Fish Alive” Nursery Rhyme Song Activity Packet WEB SHOP LINK

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Rhythm stick activities are such a great way to introduce beat and rhythm to your students. They also encourage bi-lateral movement and eye hand coordination and fine and gross motor muscle development.

WATCH THE SONG ON THE SING PLAY CREATE KIDS MUSIC CHANNEL

I’m hoping you’re students will enjoy and benefit from this rhythm stick activity lesson.

Hoping this post helps simplify your music teaching!

Let’s Move and Learn with Music!

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