Your older classes will definitely require a different pattern than the younger ones. 8-count patterns are better than 4-counts, as the added variety will help maintain their interest longer. Here's one pattern idea: stomp, stomp, pat, snap, clap, hold, clap, hold. Don't give any intro to this activity. Just start singing and stomping away, and they'll pick it up. Once they have it down pat, here are a couple variations:
1-Instead of the hold: hold while circling hands away from your body and back to your chest
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This will be a bit tricky, so it's best to demonstrate it first with a couple volunteers.
Feel free to come up with your own patterns, of course! This activity is great for any song with a strong beat. Try it with "Follow the Prophet," "Book of Mormon Stories," "The Church of Jesus Christ," or others. Have fun with it!
Happy singing,
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