When the warm weather hits, everyone wants to be outside. Taking music class outside is not just for games, but you can also work on conceptual learning! Here are three ways to use sidewalk chalk for music class. Music Twister Draw a large Twister board or even a few...
Steady Beat Listening These are some great songs to listen to that have a really solid steady beat. They are great for playing instruments, body percussion or locomotor/non-locomotor music. Some of these are available in Kidzbop versions. Hoe-down from...
Creativity should be an essential part of music education. Not only can we include small creative elements into our lessons, but we can include bigger creative activities for our students as well. For ideas to incorporate small creative elements into class, check out...
I’m a huge fan of using books in the music class. In current times, it’s even more of an activity so many of us are leaning on because we can do it without sharing or singing. I am always keeping track of different lists of books or pictures that I see and...
Vocal Explorations are one of the best ways that we can help kids find their singing voice. But kids can get tired of the same old, same old…so I thought I’d go over some the best ways to keep it fresh! (Some affiliate links – won’t...
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