Relaxing Applause Storm
Relaxing rainstorm: a rhythmic closing where the group recreates a storm with claps and gestures that starts loud and ends calm.
How to play
- Everyone sits in a circle.
- The teacher starts the sounds and the group copies: rub hands (wind), snap fingers (drops), pat thighs (rain), stomp feet (thunder).
- The storm builds and then calms down in reverse order.
- End in total silence.
Rules
- Always follow the conductor.
- Finish in silence.
Variations
Easier
Three sounds only.
Standard
Full storm.
Harder
A student conducts the storm.
Adaptations
- Sound sensitivity: gentle sounds.
- Limited mobility: hand sounds only.
Learning goals
- Lower group activation.
- Work on rhythm and attention.
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