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The Best Songs for a Substitute in Elementary Music Class (Littles Edition)
Missing school is hard. I spend so much time preparing for my absence. My school district does not have any substitutes that know music, so preparing for a substitute has been a struggle at times. One of my biggest time savers has been using… Continue Reading “The Best Songs for a Substitute in Elementary Music Class (Littles Edition)”
Celebrating Chinese New Year and Chinese Music in the Elementary Music Classroom
The Chinese culture has so many amazing aspects that are worth discovering and exploring in music class. Chinese New Year occurs at a different date each year, usually around the end of January. I think that is a great time to learn about this… Continue Reading “Celebrating Chinese New Year and Chinese Music in the Elementary Music Classroom”
Winter Themed Music Class Activities, Games, and Centers
Coming back to school in January after Christmas break can be a drag, but it doesn’t have to be! I’ve created some new activities for my music classes this year, and I would love to share them with you. You can use my ideas… Continue Reading “Winter Themed Music Class Activities, Games, and Centers”
Top Elementary Christmas Concert Songs as of December 2021
The annual Christmas concert at my little grade school is a pretty big deal. I want the experience to be the best possible for my students. I strive to find exciting, appropriate, and fun songs that my students will remember for years to come.… Continue Reading “Top Elementary Christmas Concert Songs as of December 2021”
Favorite Nutcracker Resources for Elementary Music Class
Nutcracker Through The Years Since becoming a music teacher I have fallen in love with The Nutcracker ballet. I love the music, dancing, and the fascinating story that hints at magic. I knew pretty much nothing about The Nutcracker when I started teaching. Over… Continue Reading “Favorite Nutcracker Resources for Elementary Music Class”
Popsicle Stick Music Rhythms
Using craft sticks to make rhythms is a really fun way to give students a unique hands on experience notating rhythms in music class. Here are some ways I use them with my students. Music Rhythm Composition I give each student a handful of… Continue Reading “Popsicle Stick Music Rhythms”
Music Centers Ideas for Elementary Music Class
I love using centers in music class! I have been collecting, printing, laminating and cutting for years and finally have enough that I can switch them out and have lots of variety for the students during centers days. I split the students into groups… Continue Reading “Music Centers Ideas for Elementary Music Class”
Elementary Christmas Program Ideas
Most elementary music teachers are required to prepare and present performances. Performances are good. Sometimes I have to tell myself that 50 times a day in December, but deep down I believe it. I would like to share some things that have worked for… Continue Reading “Elementary Christmas Program Ideas”
Top Ways To Use YouTube without Ads in the Classroom
YouTube is a valuable resource. At this point in my teacher-life, YouTube is an integral part of my daily routine. Finding ways to use YouTube without a popup or inappropriate commercial has been a challenge at times. I want to avoid a potty perfume… Continue Reading “Top Ways To Use YouTube without Ads in the Classroom”
Taking Turns in Music Class
Do you every worry that you call on the same students all the time? Do you want to make sure that everyone is getting a turn during class, whether it be to answer a question, or play an instrument? Quite a few years ago… Continue Reading “Taking Turns in Music Class”
Making Music Class Fun 