by Melissa Stouffer | Sep 26, 2023 | Early Childhood & Kindergarten, General Music, Kodaly, Lesson Planning
There are SO many great songs for with bees for kids that aren’t smushing them up. Somehow with the bee population struggling, I don’t want to encourage it. So let’s chat about some of the best bee-themed songs and activities for Kindergarten that...
by Melissa Stouffer | Aug 29, 2023 | General Music, Kodaly, Manipulatives, Teacher Tips
Teaching without a budget is ROUGH. STUFF. And I’ve been there several times. If you are looking to supplement your classroom on a tight budget (aka – yours or a very small amount that is provided to you), you can do it for just under $30! Bingo Chips...
by Melissa Stouffer | Aug 15, 2023 | Back To School, Classroom Decor, General Music, Teacher Tips
So much of our thoughts around back to school center around setting up our classroom. We look at it all year round and it feels like a place we live. Of course we want it to look nice! As you set up your room this year, here are a few things to consider before you...
by Melissa Stouffer | Aug 1, 2023 | Back To School, Classroom Decor, General Music, Literature, Teacher Tips
Once August hits, it’s a different game for teachers. Some of our Southern friends are already back, and if you are in the North like me, it starts becoming a reality. I thought I’d give a big run down of some of the best things to get prepped and get for Back...
by Melissa Stouffer | May 30, 2023 | General Music, Teacher Tips
At the end of the school year, we’re tired, overworked, and ready for break, so why am I telling you about stuff to do? Hear me out. These are some things that you can do to help yourself start next year right and save yourself time in the end. Some of these you...
by Melissa Stouffer | May 9, 2023 | AAPI/Filipino Resources, General Music, Kodaly, Learning Through Play, Lesson Planning, Literature
Hi Friends! Happy Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month! I thought this year I would ask one of my Filipino friends to write a post sharing some of her experiences, activities, and more that you can use in your classroom now or any time of year. Allow me to...
