First grade is such a fun time. My curriculum goals for first grade include reviewing what we learned last year, and prepping for sol mi and practicing ta ta-di. To do that, we need songs. Songs that are high quality, that can be used both for having fun and for learning a lot.
November 20, 2013 We have been learning all about "tempo" (the speed--fast or slow--of the beat) and "rhythm" in ...
In the first part of this post, we looked at some ways to prepare sol and mi through movement, games, improvisation, composition, and completing melodies. If you haven’t checked it out yet, read it here ! The next step in teaching sol and mi is to present these melodic elements with their new nam
Music education ideas, activities, games, and songs | Technology tips for the music classroom | Resources for the elementary music room.
Get moving and shaking!
Performing a musical in the classroom is both fun and educational. There are many skills kids learn through performance.
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Here is a fun music program for KINDERGARTEN. Pre-K and First grade would also like this program. This resource includes the songs: Goin' to the Zoo, Animales (English/Spanish) perfect for a dual language class, Alison's Camel, The Bear Went Over the Mountain, I Can't Spell Hippopotamus plus The W...
Here are some ways to teach many learning standards while using thematic songs for kindergarten and first grade.
If you're looking for music lesson plans for grade 1, this is the only resource you need. Easily meet all the music curriculum expectations for the whole year with these low-prep plans.
Brown Bear, Brown Bear What do You See? is a wonderful book-- I thought so long before I knew it could be used for rhythm and solo singing games!
Interactive and engaging elementary music education resources. Movement, Music, Lessons for General music teachers and movement and music teachers.
Here are a bunch of ideas for music class activities for grades K-4 to keep kids engaged in May. Summer's fast approaching, but meaningful music education is still possible! Check out these tips, resources, and musical ideas for your elementary students.
Our little darlings are practicing a friendly and fun musical greeting on the first day of music class.
Check out this list of 80+ educational YouTube channels for kids that are great teaching resources for homeschool, distance, online, or remote learning, or in-class instruction.
November 20, 2013 We have been learning all about "tempo" (the speed--fast or slow--of the beat) and "rhythm" in ...
First Grade Art and Music Videos Igor Stravinsky and Wassily Kandinsky
Get moving and shaking!
Check out this list of 80+ educational YouTube channels for kids that are great teaching resources for homeschool, distance, online, or remote learning, or in-class instruction.
Bow Wow Wow is a super simple song and game that's perfect for reviewing classroom procedures and practicing quarter rests.
