JamRound™ is a unique and essential component of every Kids’ MusicRound class and many Classroom Jamboree™ lessons. We make a big fuss of dumping a giant bag of instruments and musical toys on the floor, with lots of excited vocal play. We turn on their favorite upbeat song, and the music play begins. It’s one […]
Every year at this time, our music teachers have the same conversation: Why are we asking preschoolers to perform when we know at least one will cry over the experience? While some children love to be the center of attention and shine in front of a crowd, others are at their best playing in a […]
“No, I don’t want to do that!” Have you heard this in your classroom? We all want children to have fun while learning, but what happens when fun goes awry? Older preschool children enjoy overseeing their decisions about themselves and are not afraid to tell you. I remember teaching a 5-year-old class and hearing the […]
I love celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with my classes. Children come to school dressed in green, the leprechaun creates some silly magic, and we have a fun-filled day of learning! Of course, this is also a day that requires active classroom management and creativity to foster the types of engagement we want. Below, you’ll find […]