By the last week of the year, everything feels a little different. Students are excited, routines have gone out the window, and energy is high. At the same time, you probably don’t have much energy left yourself, and need something easy to prep and super engaging. The good news is
If you teach music, you already know this problem: Students need a lot of repetition to really understand quarter note and eighth notes, but doing worksheets or clapping drills over and over gets boring fast. The good news is, rhythm practice doesn’t have to feel repetitive. With a few simple,
Music centers are an easy way to structure a music lesson and work on almost any concept, but they can also feel overwhelming to set up. I often use these activities in one-on-one lessons or small groups, but they are perfect as centers because students can do them independently once
Looking for an easy rhythm game that your students will understand right away? Rhythm Go Fish is one of the simplest ways to get students reading, clapping, and recognizing rhythms without needing a lot of prep or pre-teaching of the game mechanics.. Because most students already know how to play
Easter can be a fun opportunity to bring some fresh energy into your music classroom. At this time of year, students often get a bit of spring fever, so having engaging activities ready to go can make a big difference. Especially right around spring break! If you’re looking for simple
Rhythm review is one of those things that needs to happen… but doesn’t always feel exciting. By the time students have clapped, echoed, and practiced the same rhythms a few times, they’re ready to move on, even though you know they still need more practice. That’s where rhythm bingo comes
March is a perfect time to bring fresh and engaging music games and into your lessons. Students are getting antsy for spring break, and a bit of a change is in order to keep their attention! Here are some of my favorite March music games and activities for elementary and
Looking for a rhythm activity that gets your students moving, clapping, and having fun? Rhythm trashketball might be your new favorite rhythm game for music class. We all know that rhythm practice for elementary students can get a little repetitive. Rhythm is one of the most important skills we teach,
December can get pretty hectic, and as music teachers, we know there’s hardly any time to plan extra activities. But don’t worry—I’ve got you covered with games that require little to no prep. In this post, I’ll share five of my favorite quick and easy Christmas music games that will
Ah, The Nutcracker! A timeless holiday favorite filled with magic, beautiful music, and dazzling dance performances. It’s a staple in many homes, classrooms, and theaters during the festive season. Whether you’re a music teacher looking for fun activities or a parent wanting to incorporate a bit of seasonal culture into
