Rhythm Worksheet - KS1 - Intermediate
Rhythm worksheet for Key Stage 1 / Year 1-2 (Ages 5-7). Intermediate level music practice, aligned to the UK National Curriculum. Print-ready with answer key included.
Exploring Rhythm in Music
Key Stage 1 / Year 1-2 (Ages 5-7) - Intermediate Level
Instructions: This worksheet will help you learn about rhythm in music. You will explore different rhythms using clapping, counting, and drawing. Follow the instructions for each activity and have fun with music!
Clap the Rhythm
Listen to the rhythm pattern and clap along. Try to keep a steady beat. After practising, draw a line under the correct rhythm pattern that matches what you clapped.
1. Clap: Clap, Clap, Pause, Clap, Clap
Rhythm Drawing
Draw lines to connect the rhythm words to their matching emoji patterns. Each line should connect one word to one pattern.
Counting Beats
Count the number of claps in each pattern and write the total in the box. Each pattern has a different number of claps.
Rhythm Sequencing
Look at the sequence of claps and pauses. Draw the next two patterns in the sequence. Use claps and pauses to show your answer.
Next:
Rhythm Matching
Match each rhythm pattern to the correct description. Draw a line from the pattern to the description.
Create Your Own Rhythm
Use the claps and pauses to create your own rhythm pattern. Draw your pattern using the symbols below.
Create:
Rhythm Identification
Listen to the rhythm played by your teacher. Identify the correct pattern from the options below and circle it.
Rhythm and Movement
Move to the rhythm pattern as you listen. After moving, write down how many times you clapped in each pattern.
Activity 3: 5; 8; 10
Activity 6: [Student's own rhythm]
Activity 7: [Depends on teacher's rhythm]
Activity 8: 4; 3; 5
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