Georg Friedrich Händel – Picture and Text Flashcards - Composer

Händel – Picture and Text Flashcards

Language: English

This teaching material includes flashcards about the composer Georg Friedrich Händel. The set contains a large portrait card and several short text cards. Each card gives basic information about Händel’s life and music.

Included topics on the cards:

• Name of the composer

• Dates of life: 1685–1759

• Country of origin: Germany and England

• Famous works: Messiah, Water Music

• Instruments: organ, harpsichord

• Childhood facts

• Special facts (for example: played in secret, became famous in England)

• Quote: “Music can open the heavens.”

Each card uses short and simple language to help students understand one idea at a time.

How to use the material:

This resource can be used in music classes or at home. It works well with elementary and middle school students.

You can:

• Use the cards during group discussions

• Place them on the board as lesson support

• Let students match text and picture

• Add them to music history stations

The cards help students learn facts about Händel through clear visuals and easy texts.

Preparation steps:

1. Print the flashcards

2. Laminate the cards for durability (optional)

3. Cut them out

4. Use magnetic tape to attach them to a board (optional)

5. Fold and glue the portrait behind the text card for self-checking (optional)

Goal of the activity:

Students get to know Händel and his music. They practice reading, sorting, and speaking. The cards give a simple overview of the composer’s life.

No prior music knowledge is needed. The material is ready to use after printing.