Retro Groovy Classroom Tour
I am looking forward to have the grooviest year ever! This year I decided to embrace the cool, retro vibe that is appearing in fashion, home furnishings and more. I hope you'll enjoy this peek of my...
View ArticleMusical Things to Do While Waiting in Line
For one reason or another, I often find myself waiting with students in a line. It can be challenging to keep them quiet because let's face it...standing in line is boring! Here are a few musical...
View ArticleStaying Organized in the Music Room: Three of My Favorite Things
With a busy teaching schedule, after school commitments and family life, staying organized is a must. In my classroom I am often preparing for a concert with one grade (sometimes two different...
View ArticleMarch Music Madness
March Music Madness is an event that my school looks forward to during Music in Our Schools Month. This bracket style tournament has one objective: crown one song as the champion of music based on...
View ArticleOrganizing Books in Your Music Classroom
One of the things in my classroom that I have worked the hardest at is growing my music library. No, not that one. My books about music and musicians, not the sheet music and octavos. I love my...
View Article5 Ways to Use Pop Tubes in Music Class
If you can't beat 'em, join them! Pop tubes are a popular fidget toy in elementary schools across the nation. They can also be a fun and engaging tool for music education. Pop tubes are plastic...
View ArticleBulletin Boards for February ❤️
There are so many things to recognize and celebrate in February. Valentine's Day, President's Day, Black History Month and Random Acts of Kindness Day are in February just to name a few. Here are...
View ArticleDIY Light Up Staff
I have wanted to create an interactive treble clef staff display for my classroom for such a long time! Using just a few simple and easy to find supplies, my students and I now have a beautiful and...
View ArticleMusic Room Tour 2021
I am excited to reveal my classroom this year. I went with big, bold colors and a refreshing theme-Grow With Music. Students have really enjoyed it and during Open House there were many compliments....
View ArticleResources I'm Using for Distance Learning
Back to school feels different this year. I am starting classes face to face, but I am already putting together plans for the possibility of moving to distance learning this semester. I want to share...
View ArticleDIY Crayons to Use as Classroom Rewards
I keep a goody box in my classroom. I use it to reward exceptionally great behavior, actions that demonstrate kindness and inclusivity and for brave performers that share with the class. I'm always...
View ArticleDollar Store Bulletin Board Hacks
Like many teachers, I love a great bargain. Dollar stores and discount stores are great ways to decorate and stock your classroom without breaking the bank. Here are a few dollar store hacks for...
View ArticleFriday Favorites: Pillows, Chickens and Music Stuff
Fridays are for favorites! I hope you enjoy reading about some of my favorite things this week.Customized Pillows - I use a reading center in almost every one of my center rotations. I usually have...
View ArticleTeaching Music During School Closures
Let's face it, nothing can replace a classroom full of music making. Singing, dancing and playing instruments joyfully together must be experienced authentically in person. When that isn't possible,...
View ArticleFree Music Workstation Round Up
I've rounded up some of my favorite music workstation freebies. They are from some talented musicians that share their ideas via their blogs and/or Teachers Pay Teachers. Enjoy!Note and Rest Duration...
View ArticleBooks for Women's History Month in the Music Room
I love adding featured books to my classroom library for special months, holidays and events. Here are a few of my favorite books for Women's History Month:1. Beyonce: Shine Your LightYep. A book...
View Article5 Mistakes You're Making with Workstations
Are your struggling to make workstations work for you? You could be making some of these mistakes. Don't worry! I have some solutions that might work for you.1. Planning activities that are...
View ArticleLight Box Ideas for Music Classrooms
You may have seen them on Instagram. Light boxes in classrooms are becoming more common place and are providing teachers with another way to give your students positive messages. Read on to be...
View ArticleCreate a Music Workstation with an Ornament Organizer
I am a teacher hoarder. It is true. I confess. Sometimes I buy things because I can imagine a workstation or classroom activity that I'll create with it. Sometimes I buy things because I am...
View Article99 Music Workstations You are Going to Love
I love using workstations in my classroom. I wanted to share a list of some of my favorites, but I think I got a little carried away. Here are almost 100 workstations that I love with links and...
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