by Carol Biddiss | Sep 25, 2013 | 3-5 year-old, Classroom Equipment, games and dances, Preschool Music Lesson Plans, theme lesson plan
Making sound effects for helicopters is fun! Sound effects matter to kids, so let’s give them the best audio possible so their imaginations can soar free – like the sounds of cars, trains, and helicopters. 150 Years of Sound Recording Excellent sound...
by Carol Biddiss | Aug 28, 2013 | 3-5 year-old, Music Curriculum, Preschool Music Lesson Plans, teacher confidence, Training for staff
Advice for a beginning music teacher to restore your confidence Have you been asked to teach an early childhood program? Are you freaking out? Take a deep breath and read on – this is quick and painless: #1. Chill out Most importantly, chill out, relax,...
by Carol Biddiss | Jul 31, 2013 | 1-3 year-old, Brain Development, Toddlers
Grumpy toddlers? Try these touch games to organise the brain You know what they say – “calmly redirect”. Here are three singing games and tickles to change grumpy toddlers’ moods and keep your own spirits high. When I say handling toddlers, I...
by Carol Biddiss | Jun 29, 2013 | Preschool Music Lesson Plans
Short on time? Here are 20 proven kindergarten music lesson plans ready to go . . . Your children will love these engaging kindergarten music lessons. In every lesson, they are active as they play instruments, move, dance, dramatise and learn to sing new songs. Each...
by Carol Biddiss | Jun 19, 2013 | 3-5 year-old, body percussion, child's play, circle dances, drama and movement, finger play, games and dances, lullaby, music activity, Preschool Music Activities, Preschool Music Lesson Plans, story song, teacher confidence, Training for staff
Here are five teaching tips to literally put into the tips of your fingers so you and your kids will have fun during music activities for preschoolers. After my mini-lecture two days ago, I decided to post something about music activities for preschoolers that’s...