Last week, I came a cross this YouTube channel called History for Music Lovers. All I can say is that the kids and I must have spent over an hour watching and rewatching the videos. We were supposed to be working on other things!
Mac, especially, cannot get the song lyrics out of his head. He is often caught singing in the kitchen and at the table, "Fleas on rats, fleas on rats" (from the song, Black Death to the tune of Hollaback Girl) much to Abby's disapproval. She doesn't like the images those particular lyrics conjure up. Her favourites that needed replay were Constantine (to tune of Come On, Eileen) and Iceman (to the tune of Tax Man, by the Beatles.)
Just from listening to a handful of songs (there are over 51 in all) a few times, the kids are able to recall details about various events and people. Its quite ingenious, I think, to develop and carry out such an ambitious project that leads to a fun way to remember historical facts and figures.
Here's the link. http://www.youtube.com/user/historyteachers#p/a
But be forewarned... it is a time sucker - so make sure you have a cup of coffee in hand and snuggled in a comfy chair. Or at least in a spot that you have room to boogie and dance in, if you feel so inclined!
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