How does the city rings work?
Setting the Stage
Hand your students a ticket to explore the world—not through sight, but through sound.
From the moment you open our welcome letter, your classroom will begin a unique project, discovering how their city sounds and connecting with other cultures through listening.
Discover and collect sounds
Now the real adventure begins. Armed with their phones, or together with you, your students will step into their neighborhoods as sonic explorers. Guided by themed challenges like “Find the quietest sound in your city” or “Capture the sound of nature,” they’ll uncover the hidden symphony of daily life.
Explore the Soundmap
What does the world sound like? Your students will find out by exploring the Soundmap, a global library of sounds collected by other schools. They’ll hear distant cities and reflect: “What makes this place different?” or “How is it similar to ours?”
Play with the City Mixer
What happens when we blend sounds together? Using the City Mixer, your students can become sound creators. They’ll combine recordings to craft their own unique cityscapes.
Quiz and beyond
As the journey nears its end, your students will revisit their favorite sounds and prepare for the big moment: The City Rings Quiz. Together, they’ll select recordings to challenge their ears and celebrate how much they’ve learned.
Celebrate the Journey
Reflecting on their sonic journey, students celebrate their personal growth and development. They now understand that the world can be experienced not only through sight but also through sound.
Are you ready to guide your students on this one-of-a-kind journey?
The City Rings is more than a project; it’s a way to open ears, minds, and hearts. Start your adventure today!