March is School Music Month. It's time to celebrate! Be sure to publicize the learning activities happening in your music classroom. Real learning is happening here.
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8 Reasons to Teach Camp Songs in Music Class
8 Reasons to Use Camp Songs in the Elementary Music Classroom Provide a positive musical experience and encourage the appreciation of music by balancing and integrating learning with high energy camp songs and games.
Teaching Treble Clef Note Names | Elementary Music
Teaching treble clef note names can be among the favorite lessons for teachers and students. Check out the FREE lessons, tips, and ideas in this post.
Back to School Elementary Music Lessons
Learn Music Rules | Orff Activities Learning rules and procedures is vital to establish a positive classroom climate. Why not set your rules to rhythm patterns? Then you can learn and practice them with Orff-style activities. Check out this blog post with detailed directions. Are you strapped for time? Do you need FREE Music Rule … Continue reading Back to School Elementary Music Lessons
Teaching High-Low | Kindergarten Music Assessment
Teaching high-low can be a fun concept for young children and teachers. Music assessment should be integrated naturally into music class activities.
Making an Ocean Drum | Elementary Music Project
Making an ocean drum is a simple and fun project that can be accomplished in one class session. Ocean drums are very easy to make and play. They create a perfect accompaniment for any song about the sea. This activity makes a great group or individual project. Have students experiment with with various materials to … Continue reading Making an Ocean Drum | Elementary Music Project
Homework in Elementary Music Classes, Really?
Homework in elementary music classes? Yes, but not traditional homework. Sharing what students learned extends learning at home & builds music advocacy.
Integrate Music Reading into Every Lesson
Time is precious in elementary music classes. It is important to integrate music reading into every lesson using an efficient, systematic strategy.
A Virtual Field Trip to the Symphony
Learn about musical instruments with a virtual field trip to the symphony. Enjoy these videos of varying styles & genres as your students listen & learn.
Treble Clef Note Name Games
These treble clef note name games make learning fun and provide a challenge for students to improve their skills. Give these sequential FREE sets a try.