by Jennifer | Jan 17, 2018 | free printables, freebie, pitch, Uncategorized, Uncategorized, vocal exploration
Vocal exploration is a standard activity in elementary music classrooms. It helps students find their singing voices and learn how to better control it. The research citing its benefits is extensive. However, let’s imagine you’re a first-year teacher who...
by Jennifer | Jan 10, 2018 | folk dance, freebie, letter name practice, pitch, skating away, square dance, Uncategorized, Uncategorized, worksheets
Here in rural Indiana, we’ve experienced our fair share of cold weather already. Students need even more chances to move and dance when their time outside is limited. There’s only so many snowmen you can build when it’s below zero outside. So,...
by Jennifer | Dec 7, 2016 | deck the halls, freebie, listening, Movement, rhythm, sing-along, Uncategorized, Uncategorized
The halls here at home have been decked for a few weeks now, and my “Traditional Christmas” radio has been getting a lot of play on Pandora. I love the music this time of year, and I’m trying to savor it as much as possible. As for my blog, my goals...
by Jennifer | May 4, 2016 | freebie, orff, pitch, rhythm, Uncategorized, Uncategorized
Before you sweep out the inside of your Orff instruments or polish the bars in preparation for summer, consider keeping them out a little longer for a day of instrument exploration. Here’s how I envision my idea: CENTERS Begin by grouping instruments into...
by Jennifer | Jan 22, 2016 | freebie, Other, Uncategorized, Uncategorized
A few weeks ago, my friend Jane graciously gifted me several beautiful digital watercolor papers. You can check out Jane’s Facebook page here. When I saw the watercolor papers, I knew immediately that I wanted to create a free printable for my readers. I had...
by Jennifer | Aug 27, 2015 | advocacy, freebie, newsletters, Uncategorized, Uncategorized
Think back to your elementary music class. Try not to think about your saddle shoes, hair scrunchy, or other poor fashion choice that plagued your childhood years (for the record, I actually like saddle shoes). Anyway, consider those elementary music classes from the...
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