by Carol Biddiss | Oct 31, 2011 | Nursery rhymes
Nursery rhymes are my favourite songs for young children. And one of my favourite nursery rhymes is Chook Chook. This is how it goes: Chook Chook Chook, chook, chook, chook, “Good morning Mrs Hen, How many chickens have you got?” “Madam I’ve...
by Carol Biddiss | Aug 7, 2012 | 3-5 year-old, child's play, Preschool Music Lesson Plans, rhythm instrument
Here’s a musical instruments lesson that involves all the senses while teaching the kids to manipulate sound. What kid doesn’t like spaghetti – long strings of food fun? Lesson: how to play musical instruments with the song ‘On Top of...
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 | 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 | Jun 25, 2012 | 1-3 year-old, Preschool Music Lesson Plans, teacher confidence
Are you faced with the daunting task of running your very first toddler music lesson? Never fear, this music lesson plan works. Let me hold your hand for a while and pretty soon you’ll be planning your own sessions and loving how well they run, even with the...
