Develop musical listening skills with differentiated Music Listening Mats for P1–P7, featuring colour, low-ink, vocabulary and example pages.

This engaging nine-page resource helps primary pupils listen carefully, respond creatively and use appropriate musical vocabulary. The differentiated activities make the pack suitable for younger pupils beginning to describe music and older pupils developing more detailed listening responses.

What is included:

• Teacher guidance
• P1–P3 colour listening mat
• P1–P3 low-ink listening mat
• P4–P7 colour listening mat
• P4–P7 low-ink listening mat
• Completed example for P1–P3
• Completed example for P4–P7
• Child-friendly musical vocabulary bank
• Attractive cover page

Pupils explore important musical elements, including:

• Tempo
• Dynamics
• Pitch
• Instruments and timbre
• Mood and character
• Pulse and rhythm
• Texture and structure

These versatile mats can be used with almost any piece of music. They are ideal for whole-class listening lessons, independent activities, assessment, homework, discussion prompts or emergency cover work.

Younger pupils can draw, circle and write short responses, while older pupils are encouraged to explain their ideas using musical evidence. Completed examples provide helpful models for pupils and non-specialist teachers.

The resource features thick black outlines, cheerful child-friendly illustrations and clear, readable typography. Colour and printer-friendly versions are included.

Please note: No audio recordings are included, allowing teachers to select music that suits their pupils, topic or curriculum.