Why I Teach Music – My Greatest Anxiety – MIOSM Part 1
I don't tend to divulge lots of private info here, but I thought today was a good day to start. When I went to college, I had been the big fish in a…...
Wishlist Wednesday!
My store, and a LOT of other stores will be 20% off. On top of that, you can get an extra 10% for a total of 28% off your purchase if you use…...
Crunchy Carrots in Choir
I have an all school elementary/middle school choir grades 1-8 at one of my schools. The kids sing in church pretty often, and perform a number of other times throughout the year. They've…...
Five Favorite Pins of February
Today I'm linking up with fellow CMU alum Aileen Miracle over at Mrs. Miracle's Room. I will be sharing my 5 favorite pins. 1. Folk Dancing - This website has a large list (about 100!) of different folk dances, including some multicultural dances! 2. Speed Limit Game - This is a really fun way to talk…...
February Survival Guide
In February, the winter blues start to hit. We're stuck inside more often, and the kids get really a bit more rowdy. We all suffer from the lack of fresh air. 1. Play Parties. I had never heard of them until last weekend at MMC with Jill Trinka, even though I've done several of the…...
Bounce High Bounce Low – A Game to Practice Steady Beat
This song is one of my favorite songs to sing in class with my students. I love using the song with my youngest students to keep a beat. (If I can have them…...

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