by Melissa Stouffer | Dec 22, 2025 | Holidays, Teacher Tips
It’s back! This Friday, December 26, 2025, starts my 12 Days of Music!! I’m featuring 12 daily deals on some of my best sellers and most wish-listed items. Day 1 This Visual Schedule for Music Class. A visual schedule is important for ALL students not just students...
by Melissa Stouffer | Dec 16, 2025 | Holidays
The last few weeks before the holiday break is a whirlwind of activities, sugar, and overstimulation. Not only do the students feel this, but as teachers, we’re probably overbooked, have a REALLY long list, and lesson planning is always hard knowing...
by Melissa Stouffer | Dec 9, 2025 | Holidays, Learning Through Play, Lesson Planning
Once December hits, you better have the sleigh bells ready because kids are INTO it. Whether you lean into the Christmas holiday or if you are simply looking for winter activities with bells, here are a few that you can do with your students. Jingle-y Songs Listen to...
by Melissa Stouffer | Nov 18, 2025 | Holidays, Lesson Planning
All the histories aside, Thanksgiving is supposed to be a moment to pause and give thanks. It was actually one of my favorite holidays as a kid because it was about spending time with family, and some of my favorite foods. In the music classroom, Thanksgiving feels...
by Melissa Stouffer | Oct 21, 2025 | Holidays
Halloween week is rough no matter what end of the holiday you are on. Before the holiday, students are HYPED, and after the holiday, the kids are sugared out and tired. Here are some quick and easy fun things for Halloween week with low to no prep! Play Alongs Here...
by Melissa Stouffer | Jun 10, 2025 | Holidays
June 21st is Make Music Day. The party started in France in 1983 and has been gaining steam ever since! Here are a few ideas for you to participate in Make Music Day either at home or with your students, even if you can’t celebrate it ON June 21st with your...
