This book gives information, ideas and principles for music with three to five year olds that are both down-to-earth and up-to-date. Written in a style which is engaging and readable, it integrates recent theory and practice illustrating the discussion with examples and ideas taken from real life. Chapters in this inspiring and engaging book show practitioners how to: connect with the educational concepts and principles of using music in early years settings recognise and understand children's musical starting points foster creativity through music support listening and communication through music learn the key areas of listening, singing, using instruments and dancing develop children's musical understanding widen opportunities for music through resources, new technologies and visiting artist projects. Early years practitioners and students will find this a valuable introduction to music with young children. More experienced practitioners will find the contemporary ideas a source of inspiration. Books in this series address key issues for early years practitioners working in today's Foundation Stage environments. Each title is packed full of practical activities, support, advice and guidance, all of which is in line with current government early years policy. The authors use their experience and expertise to write accessibly and informatively, emphasising through the use of case studies the practical aspects of the subject, whilst retaining strong theoretical underpinnings throughout.
Section 4 contains additional teacher guides focused on creating original music in different genres. These guides outline multiple approaches to corresponding lessons and jumpstart activity while serving as developmental models.
I've been there and in this book, I've broken down the most effective teaching strategies for preschool piano as well as how to structure your lessons for maximum success.
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This is an exhaustive reference work of sheet music published in the United States from the late 18th century to the year after adoption of the 19th amendment to the Constitution granting women the right to vote.
The book includes guidance and activities covering all musical elements such as rhythm, composition, listening, playing and singing. Kickstart Music Early Years can be used in a variety of ways and suits holistic, flexible teaching.
This book guides professionals to work through music, harnessing the processes that underlie music learning, and outlining developmentally appropriate methods to understand the role of music in children's lives through play, games, ...
The workbook covers music composition, theory, history, listening activities, and fun activity work pages.
Discover how, in this curriculum of five books 1, 1A, 2, 3, and 4, music elements (music concepts) are scope-and-sequence taught through learning the active-participation music skills of listening, singing / chanting, moving, playing / ...
With 101 ideas, a subject index, and teacher tips, the book makes it easy to find rhythm instrument activities to fit every curriculum and every day.
This is great to have around and on the go as you can jot down lyrics quicker whether you want to write a song, compose a classical music or just want to write quick notations or ideas on the spur of the moment. Grab one now!