You know those songs that you learn and just fall in love with? This is one of them. I came across it in one of my textbooks as I was looking for ideas for Hispanic Heritage Month, and I’ve used it every year since them. In this article, we’ll go through this super simple lesson… Continue reading En la Pulga : Easy Hispanic Folk Song Lesson for 3 grade
Category: Elementary Music
Everything about teaching elementary music! Instruments, classroom management, songs, etc.
6 Ways to Teach What a Wonderful World for Elementary Music
April is Jazz month! The last few weeks, we’ve been talking all about ideas for teaching jazz (you can check out ideas for upper grades here or for lower grades here). Today, we’re talking all about activities for What a Wonderful World in elementary music. I use this song with every grade level, just with… Continue reading 6 Ways to Teach What a Wonderful World for Elementary Music
Jazz Lessons for Upper Elementary Music Your Students will Love!
Pretty much every Spring, we will learn about jazz in my music class. Sometimes I align it with April, which is Jazz month. Other times I align it with Black History Month in February. Either way, if you’re looking for some Jazz lessons, here are some Jazz lessons for upper elementary students. Looking for more… Continue reading Jazz Lessons for Upper Elementary Music Your Students will Love!
Jazz Lessons for Lower Elementary Music that are Simple + Fun
Pretty much every Spring, we will learn about jazz in my music class. Sometimes I align it with April, which is Jazz month. Other times I align it with Black History Month in February. Either way, if you’re looking for some Jazz lessons, here are some Jazz lessons for lower elementary students. If you want… Continue reading Jazz Lessons for Lower Elementary Music that are Simple + Fun
The Best Chants for Lower Elementary Music Class
Using chants for lower elementary music class is always a staple, but it is even more important in the 202-2021 school year. A lot of people are teaching online (that's me still!), and many people are in school but not allowed to sing. Chants are the perfect solution to this issue-- students can still learn… Continue reading The Best Chants for Lower Elementary Music Class
The Best Movement Activities for 2-3 Grade Elementary Music Class
Looking for simple and fun music lessons? These movement activities for 2-3 grade elementary music class are just the ticket! These lessons are for second and third grade. They will help students to learn about rhythm, form, singing, and also have fun. Plus, the movement will help them get the wiggles out, which is a… Continue reading The Best Movement Activities for 2-3 Grade Elementary Music Class
4 Exciting Ways to Teach Les Toreadores from the Opera Carmen
Have you ever had a group of fifth graders say, "Opera is so much fun!"? No? Well I have! And it was a direct result of the lessons that we are going to talk about today. I've taught opera to my younger students (K-2), and this year I decided to try it with my fourth… Continue reading 4 Exciting Ways to Teach Les Toreadores from the Opera Carmen
My Best Movement Activities for 4 and 5 Grade Music
One of the most common questions that I get is, “What do I do with older elementary students?” I get it. Fourth and fifth grade students can be tough to teach elementary music. They may deem activities too childish, they are more self conscious about singing, and a million other things all contribute to them… Continue reading My Best Movement Activities for 4 and 5 Grade Music
Fun and Easy Waltz Lesson for Upper Elementary Music
When it comes to listening to Classical Music, a lot of teachers groan about how difficult it is to get students actively engaged and enjoying it. Whether or not that is you, you’re in the right place! This is a lesson that I used with my 4-5 grade students to learn about the style of… Continue reading Fun and Easy Waltz Lesson for Upper Elementary Music
10 Greatest Spirituals for Elementary Music Class
Spirituals are one of my favorite styles of music to teach. I sprinkle them throughout the whole year, but this year I am doing a more intentional spiritual unit with my fourth and fifth grade music students. We will be doing some of my favorite spirituals for elementary music. Today, I’m sharing them with you!… Continue reading 10 Greatest Spirituals for Elementary Music Class