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Schools often celebrate the 100th day of Kindergarten. Here's a few ideas from Lynn Kleiner for a counting celebration activity. musicrhapsody.com
After introducing the rhymes using echos, students stand around the parachute, unpitched percussion are placed on the edge of it. When switching instrum...
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I was asked for a list of songs, stories and the notes introduced in the Recorder Rookies lesson plan packs. Have a look! We never get tired of these lessons! Here’s the list.
Here’s a couple pictures of snowflake shapes created after watching the inspirational animation,&nbs...
Lynn Kleiner
Hi Judy! So great to see you here! Well, I'll see you better when you add your photo! I have some tips above that will help you find what you need.
Lynn Kleiner
Michelle!!! What a fun surprise to see you in Music Box! Well..can't see you yet so add your photo! There's some tips how to find things in Music Box above.
Lynn KleinerWelcome Kunbi! I am so happy to see you in the Box! Well, can't see you yet so please add your photo! Great to hear you own your own school. If I can help in any way, let me know. I hope this is a wonderful resource for you. Use the SEARCH feature to find... moreWelcome Kunbi! I am so happy to see you in the Box! Well, can't see you yet so please add your photo! Great to hear you own your own school. If I can help in any way, let me know. I hope this is a wonderful resource for you. Use the SEARCH feature to find specific topics. There's a video tour, A Walk Through Music Box that will show you around.
Johna Wiegand
Thank you!!!! Oh my God Lynn Kleiner is talking to me!!! I just love you and Really enjoyed watching you at the NYS Music Ed Conference a while back!
Lynn KleinerWelcome Rebecca! So great to see you here! Well, I can't see you yet, please add your photo! I hope Music Box will be a valuable resource for you. Use the SEARCH feature to find discussions, downloads, videos, on specific topics. Click "Ask Lynn" if you n... moreWelcome Rebecca! So great to see you here! Well, I can't see you yet, please add your photo! I hope Music Box will be a valuable resource for you. Use the SEARCH feature to find discussions, downloads, videos, on specific topics. Click "Ask Lynn" if you need my help finding what you need.
Wendy Dunlap
Hi Lynn! I was hoping you could help explain a little bit. I am used to hearing that having routine is what helps with classroom management (especially title 1 kids with no routines). so would a combination of this work or being unpredictable?
Feb 18
Lynn KleinerHi Wendy, in general, the younger the students, the more important the established set routine is. However, by the time children get into the recorder class, they love to have things mixed up a bit, be unexpected, surprises. This holds their attention an... moreHi Wendy, in general, the younger the students, the more important the established set routine is. However, by the time children get into the recorder class, they love to have things mixed up a bit, be unexpected, surprises. This holds their attention and boosts engagement. However, there are exceptions. Children on the spectrum typically do better when they are prepared for situations and know what to expect. But in general, by the time kids are ready for recorder, the more variety, the better. I call it "Repetition with Variety." I hope this explains better but please ask more questions if needed! less
Feb 18
Wendy Dunlap
Yes, that makes more sense and helps me see things a little differently. It also helps me since this is my first year at this school I am working on my plans for next year.
Wendy Dunlap
What grade do you think this would be best for? What grade is performing here?
Feb 16
Lynn KleinerHi Wendy, this was so much fun. It was at our winter holiday camp where the children come for several consecutive days, 9-3. The children have so much time to create all the parts. The children here are in an age range of about 5-8 years old. The lesson p... moreHi Wendy, this was so much fun. It was at our winter holiday camp where the children come for several consecutive days, 9-3. The children have so much time to create all the parts. The children here are in an age range of about 5-8 years old. The lesson plan is in Stories with Music in the Music Box Downloads, Little Penguin. Really sweet little story. :)
Feb 18
Wendy Dunlap
Hi Lynn! That makes sense. I think I will find a way to adapt it for my kids cause I only see them once every 6 school days. Thank you!
Lynn KleinerHi Karen! Great to see you in the Box! Well...I can't see you here yet, please add your photo! I hope this will be a valuable resource for you. Use the SEARCH feature to find specific topics and the Video tour will show you around all the different areas.... moreHi Karen! Great to see you in the Box! Well...I can't see you here yet, please add your photo! I hope this will be a valuable resource for you. Use the SEARCH feature to find specific topics and the Video tour will show you around all the different areas. just click Ask Lynn if you would like some help finding specific topics. I'm here to help! Wonderful to see you at WMEA. What a fun conference! I loved being back.
Lynn KleinerHi Christine! It was wonderful seeing you at WMEA and I'm happy to see you here in the Music Box. Well...can't see you yet so please add your photo! Just click Ask Lynn if you need my help finding what you need. The SEARCH feature is helpful finding all t... moreHi Christine! It was wonderful seeing you at WMEA and I'm happy to see you here in the Music Box. Well...can't see you yet so please add your photo! Just click Ask Lynn if you need my help finding what you need. The SEARCH feature is helpful finding all things that relate to the topic you're needing help with. There's a video tour "A Walk through Music Box that will show you the different areas.
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