This is a great song to bring out the bass xylophone or bass bars.

Activity:

For classes that need it, I will often have the kids come up in turns. For classes that are more independent, I will set out multiple instruments. On the first attempt, play with the students on the same instrument.

Have a student choose the type of pie that is in the Great Big House. Fill in that word instead of “pumpkin.” Any answer is the acceptable!

Extension: Alter the bordun to quarter notes or alternating hands on quarter notes.

Choice Board:

A choice board for the great big house in new orleans. Includes images of a chicken, ice cream, lime, pumpkins, and moon pie.

This is a sample choice board created with my students. Students can select from the board, offer their own idea, or combine ideas. If students have ideas, add them to your choice board!