3 Reasons You Should Teach Storybook Lessons
Storybook lessons are one of the best ways to engage your students and keep them excited about coming to music class! I’m about to share my secret sauce, and it won’t take more than a few minutes to learn the details.
“Seuss Up Your Life: 5 Life Lessons from Dr. Seuss to Boost Your Motivation!”
This week we celebrate Read Across America. So, as your official Stories That Sing lady, I feel it is my duty and privilege to give you some guidance and encouragement through the lessons of Dr. Seuss. Lesson 1: Today you are You, that is truer than true. There is no...
7 Ways to Encourage Kindness All Year Round
Teaching our students to be kind is an important part of their social and emotional development. As one of the teachers who sees every student, year in and year out, we have a wonderful opportunity to teach our students to be kind to each other. He Learn how to help model kindness, and teach kindness, in your music classroom.
3 Storybooks to Use During Black History Month
It’s time to celebrate Black History Month in your Music Classroom. First let’s discuss what Black History Month is all about.
7 Types of Lesson Plans to Start Your New Year with a Bang
The beginning of a new year can be a great time to do some thinking about the past 6 months and make some changes. That’s why today, I’m going to share 7 types of lesson plans that help you do just that.
5 Steps to Start Part 2 of Your Year Off Right
The new year is the perfect time to rethink and revamp your music classroom… think planning part 2. Your students have just had an extended break, and so have you. What better time to change things up a bit?
Are You OK?
Admit it… it’s the second week in December, and you are NOT OK! Since you probably don’t even have a few minutes to read this post, let’s make it quick and easy.
3 Ways to Positively Impact Your Students
During this very busy season for music teachers, you may find it difficult to reflect and be grateful. You’re probably just trying to get through the next few weeks and into your winter break.
How to Get Those Tricky Students on Board
I was frustrated and overwhelmed. I was teaching movement (ie. fighting with them to learn it) to a group of 4th graders who are already too cool for school, and they were not having it.
3 Ways to Make Ukulele Playing Ridiculously Fun
Fun makes everything easier to learn, and, if we’re being honest, easier to teach. If your students are having fun, so will you. Here are 3 strategies to help you make music class ridiculously fun!
5 November Activities for the Music Classroom that Your Students Will Love
Adding the engaging activities with a little silly added is the best way to get your students listening and learning during this time of the year. That’s why today, I’m going to share 5 of my favorite November activities with you.
