Sensory Symphony is a story that shows many unique ways to make music. This story demonstrates how sounds can be found all around us, and sometimes the tools that help us feel our best can also make fun music!
(20 pages)This is an eBook for digital download.
Want to know how to achieve a more balanced life as a music teacher? While there is no perfect formula to make life balanced and easy, there are ways in which we can create space and focus to avoid burnout and thrive in our careers. Backed by research and told through the experience of two music educators, this book provides practical tips for music teacher self-care through managing emotions, creating sound spaces, making music fun, outsourcing, and blocking time.
This is an e-book for digital download. Purchase includes PDF and audio files.
This comprehensive recorder curriculum engages students as they move through 13 levels of song challenges to earn Knight levels. Created by Donna Rhodenizer, veteran music educator and composer, Royal Recorders is customizable to any recorder program. Purchase the teaching guide and student books separately or bundle and save! Each variation comes with high quality backing tracks and teaching videos for additional support. (more info below)
This is an eBook for digital download.
If you have ever thought about releasing original music but don't know where to start, this resource is for you! Whether creating your own music or helping students release their own, this quick guide has ten steps for everything you need to release original music from the authors of Songwriting for Music Educators.
(30 pages)This is an eBook for digital download.
How can we use music to create a better world? The purpose of this book is to help solve real-world problems using discovery, inspiration, and music creation. From creating music videos that bring awareness to the water crisis in Africa to creating music lesson vodcasts, this resource includes five project-based learning lessons for grades 1-5 and assessment rubrics.
This is an eBook for digital download (58 pages)
Are you over the monotonous "I sing, you sing" to teach music program repertoire? This book will help you turn that monotony into a vibrant experience as you discover the power of nine practical strategies that will transform your program preparation rehearsals. Learn how to keep young learners engaged and captivated while ensuring you are organized and prepared for your next program. This must-read book is designed to support educators at all stages of their career, offering practical guidance and fresh ideas to elevate your teaching.
illustrations by Daniel Formidoni
The teaching guide for Priscilla Plays Percussion aims to help parents and teachers connect with their young learners and to bring Priscilla beyond the page to create a holistic literary experience. This teaching guide is aimed to serve a wide range of students and can be easily adapted to be engaging for younger and older students simultaneously.
Illustrations by Daniel FormidoniPriscilla Plays Percussion is the story of a young monkey whose life is changed the day her dad brings home a drum and she discovers her passion for percussion. Follow Priscilla as she explores different types of drums and percussion instruments.
This is an eBook for digital download (50 pages + 26 pg workbook + more!)
Create your music program’s legacy with intention. “Planning on Purpose” is a step-by-step guide for music teachers to plot their unique course toward a values-driven music program that truly serves all students with equity and enthusiasm.
an instrumental MP3 recording of "Party on the Playground"
a digital teaching guide with lesson plans, lyrics, activities, and a rhythm stick routine to accompany the track
sheet music "Party on the Playground" including a vocal score and Orff arrangement
It's a party on the playground, and you're all invited! Join Otto, Franklin, and Alicia for a high-energy party that will enliven your music classroom through music and movement. This bundle includes an original song, Party on the Playground, with lesson plans, a rhythm stick routine, sheet music, and an original Orff arrangement. Show your students that music is everywhere and provide them with the tools they need to engage in cooperative, creative learning.
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(41 Pages)This is an eBook for digital download. Our Voices, Our Song is a story that demonstrates music is for everyone! There are so many ways to engage with music, and this story explores how people can participate in music-making in their own ways. This interactive PDF includes sheet music and recordings.
