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Engaging Listening Strategies for Music Class
Exposing kids to a variety of music is so  important, yet it can feel tricky to get started. How do you make listening fun and engaging...
sarahlmauro
Jan 265 min read
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7 Creative Ways to Use Pom-Poms in Elementary Music Class
In this post, I’ll share 7 different music activities and lessons that use pom-poms. Your kids will love using these colorful manipulatives!
sarahlmauro
May 6, 20247 min read
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A Fun Book-Based Halloween Music Lesson for Kindergarten
One page into Hardly Haunted by Jessie Sima and I knew I had to have it for my music classroom. Now, two years later, it's become an...
sarahlmauro
Oct 26, 20235 min read
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How to Teach Turn-Taking in Elementary Music
Turn-taking is an important skill that really comes to bear in elementary school. It requires patience and waiting- something we see often i
sarahlmauro
Jan 27, 20235 min read
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Edvard Grieg: Lesson Plans and Materials for Lower Elementary Music
These lesson plans and activities on Norwegian composer Edvard Grieg are aimed at kindergarten and first grade. Grieg is a very...
sarahlmauro
Aug 31, 202210 min read
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How to Teach Rhythm in First Grade Elementary Music
Teaching beat and rhythm begins in kindergarten, but teaching music notation can begin in first grade when they are learning more about...
sarahlmauro
Aug 1, 20228 min read
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How Music Teachers Can Start The School Year Strong!
How you start the school year as a music teacher is something that can set the tone for the rest of the year. Admittedly, that might...
sarahlmauro
Jul 27, 20228 min read
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How to Be a Better Teacher Through Reflection
No matter what your position is- new teacher, teacher in a new job, veteran teacher, team leader- reflecting on your teaching methods is...
sarahlmauro
Jul 10, 20226 min read
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5 Behavior Management Strategies for the Elementary Music Classroom
In this post, I'm sharing 5 unexpected behavior management techniques for you to use in your elementary classroom. These long-game...
sarahlmauro
Jun 23, 20229 min read
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Awesome Centers for Elementary Music
In this post, I’ll share 6 simple but engaging centers for your lower elementary students, plus tips and free printables for you to use!
sarahlmauro
May 3, 20227 min read
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How to Teach Rhythm in Kindergarten: Routines, Resources, and Mini Lessons
Teaching kindergarten music is so much fun! The kids are curious and truly excited about learning. I love planning activities for them....
sarahlmauro
Feb 27, 202211 min read
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Classroom Management in the Music Room: 3 Pillars of Management
A strong classroom management strategy is key to keeping your lessons under control without taking the fun away.
sarahlmauro
Jan 17, 20229 min read
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