Skin and Bones Part 2
In Part Two of Skin and Bones, Drue shares how to use this favorite folk song with upper elementary students to continue the fun through 6th grade!
Read MoreSkin and Bones Part 1
Perfect for October fun, Drue’s lesson plan is inspired by the simple folk song Skin and Bones. This one is sure to delight your students year after year!
Read MoreSteps to Prep the Recorder
A student’s journey on the recorder must begin before they even touch an instrument. Kate Bright shares her strategy to ensure that all elements are in place. With proper preparation, your students will be making music on the first day they play!
Read MoreLesson: Korean Dragonfly Song
Minhee Kim shares her lesson, Jamjari Kkongkkong, which is based on a traditional Korean song about dragonflies. Children sing this song while chasing dragonflies in the hopes that the insects will freeze and be caught.
Read MoreLesson: Diwali Dance
Manju Durairaj shares a history of Diwali along with a music and movement lesson to commemorate this festival of lights.
Read MoreLesson: Go to Bed, Tom!
From their book, Percussive Play, Roger Sams and Michael Vasquez share this fun lesson that is sure to delight your students as they play with excuses and reasons for not going to bed!
Read MoreYou Are Not Alone
In her open letter to music teachers, Meg Tietz offers words of reassurance and solidarity with her reminder that you are not alone.
Read MoreLesson: Body Percussion
Ollie Tunmer has some fun ideas using body percussion that can be used for virtual or in person learning.
Read MoreMaking It Work: Setting Boundaries
Crystal Pridmore offers perspective designed to reframe your mindset about the coming year and help establish boundaries.
Read MoreMaking It Work: Room Service, Please!
Samantha Puterbaugh shares some great advice on stocking your music cart, communicating with your colleagues, and staying positive.
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