Perform The Verse of 'The Scientist' by Coldplay

What can we use instead of printed lyrics or the official recording if we don't have them?

If you can't print the lyrics, read them from a tablet or phone or handwrite them as the instructions say to 'Prepare the verse lyrics', and if you don't have the official recording, use a licensed backing track, an instrumental version, or a slowed-down stream to follow 'Put on the recording'.

I'm having trouble staying on pitch and keeping timing—what should I do?

Use the steps 'Hum the melody phrase by phrase' and 'Clap the rhythm of each line while speaking the words', slow the recording or use a piano app to play each phrase, then 'Sing each phrase slowly' to rebuild pitch and timing control.

How can I adapt this activity for younger or older children?

For younger kids, focus on 'Read the verse aloud', humming, and clapping short sections with lots of praise, while older kids can add 'Practice in front of a mirror', refine facial expressions and gestures, and record a full run for DIY.org as the instructions suggest.

How can we extend or personalize the performance beyond the basic steps?

Personalize by adding a simple harmony or keyboard backing, writing a brief spoken intro, experimenting with the facial expressions and gestures from 'Practice in front of a mirror', and then 'Perform the verse for your family' and incorporate their tip before sharing on DIY.org.