Major Tom

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Major Tom

Contributor: Steven Fawkes

Language of text: German
Type of text: Song lyric
Author or source: Peter Schilling
Intended age of students: Key Stage 3
Source reference: Song with lyrics: www.youtube.com/watch?v=yidDeWFhK1Q

Attached files:
Powerpoint of first verse

File nameFile typeSize
Major Tom.pptxNo description76.63 kBInfo

Approaches:
This is a song of its time, with a lengthy techno introduction, e.g. with the first verse.

The pace of the lyrics is challenging - can make a good tongue twister

Rationale:
This is one of the German songs you have to hear !
https://www.thelocal.de/20170922/13-german-songs-you-need-to-listen-to-before-you-die

Outcomes:
Speaking (Phonics) challenge

Topics or themes:

Grammar:
Prepositions

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How much time required:
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