I LOVE creating preschool music lesson plans. It's truly an enjoyable part of my week to start with a few ideas, see them form into a cohesive lesson plan, then to make it all play out in my preschool music class. I know that not everyone shares my enthusiasm for lesson planning, though. It can be really time-consuming and if you're in a crunch or having a mental block, it can just become ... Read More about Preschool Lesson Plan Wizard
6 Garden-Themed Stories For Preschoolers
I recently shared my garden-themed preschool music lesson plan and today I wanted to share 6 stories that could go along with that lesson plan. There are so many wonderful children's stories that feature flowers, vegetables, plants, dirt, bugs and all of the other amazing things you can find in a garden. I narrowed this list down to six stories that are just the right length and level to ... Read More about 6 Garden-Themed Stories For Preschoolers
In The Garden Lesson Plan
Kids are naturally drawn to flowers, dirt, bugs and plants, so gardens are such a fun theme to explore with them. My preschool music lesson plan, In The Garden, is full of songs, music activities and stories featuring all of those appealing things about a garden and nature. Click here to purchase the lesson plan. This lesson plan was designed for movement-based preschool music classes ... Read More about In The Garden Lesson Plan
Preschool Music Class Themes
When I'm planning and teaching my preschool music class, I always prefer to plan around a theme. I find that have a cohesive topic or idea throughout the class helps the class to flow and keeps the kids' attention well. I wanted to compile a master list of themes to refer to when I need inspiration. I plan to add to it over time, but for now, here's what I've got. Leave a comment and ... Read More about Preschool Music Class Themes
Song: If You’re Going To The Moon (with free printable sheet music)
I have a really cute preschool song to share with you today! If You're Going To The Moon is a piggyback song to the tune of If You're Happy And You Know It. It's a great one to get kids imaginations soaring. I use this song in my Sun, Moon, Stars and Space lesson plan. Here are the lyrics: If you're going to the moon, wear your boots! If you're going to the moon, wear your ... Read More about Song: If You’re Going To The Moon (with free printable sheet music)