This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 8/19/24. This week I shared about new Book Companion resources to use with subs and the song Circle Round the Zero. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level...
Aug 20, 2024•29 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 4/22/24. This week I talked through many of your questions about teaching elementary music. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the books, in...
Apr 23, 2024•28 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 4/15/24. This week I shared about how I help students decode a piece and look for patterns, similarities, and clues in written music. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive abo...
Apr 16, 2024•33 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 4/8/24. This week I shared about my recent first grade concert called "Animals Gone Wild!" If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the books, ins...
Apr 09, 2024•35 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 4/1/24. This week I shared three different ways to practice and reinforce singing voice and the sol-mi interval with primary grades. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive abou...
Apr 02, 2024•31 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 3/25/24. This week I shared two different activities for recorder including poly spot matching and movement and Jigsaw Melodies. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about on...
Mar 26, 2024•30 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 3/18/24. This week I shared about some basic skills building I do with my beginning recorder players. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the...
Mar 19, 2024•29 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 3/4/24. This week I shared my "first recorder lesson" with ideas about what to buy, how to prepare, and what to do on that first day! If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive abo...
Mar 05, 2024•38 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 2/26/24. This week I shared about lesson plan templates I've used over the years and thoughts about planning. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and s...
Feb 27, 2024•25 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 2/19/24. This week I shared the book "Sing and Dance in your Polka Dot Pants" and how I use it in my classroom and with substitute teachers. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep d...
Feb 20, 2024•19 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 2/12/24. This week I shared about how my student teacher and I created a lesson for nonpitched percussion, rhythm reading, and dynamics. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive ...
Feb 13, 2024•29 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 2/5/24. This week I shared about how my student teacher and I created a lesson with a poem and nonpitched percussion from scratch. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about ...
Feb 06, 2024•26 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 1/29/24. This week I shared about how I use the song "Crosstown - When Billy Was One" in class with lesson ideas and process. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one g...
Jan 30, 2024•27 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 1/22/24. This week I shared about how I use the book "Drum Dream Girl" in class and for substitute teacher plans. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level a...
Jan 23, 2024•31 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 1/15/24. This week I shared about how I teach the song "Rattlin' Bog" with explanations, visual aids, and my process. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade lev...
Jan 16, 2024•29 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 1/8/24. This week I shared about how I teach the poem "Bate Bate Chocolate" with explanations, visual aids, and video examples. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one...
Jan 09, 2024•27 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 12/11/23. This week I talked through many of your questions about teaching elementary music. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the books, i...
Dec 12, 2023•32 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 12/4/23. This week I talked through some thoughts about classroom instruments: Boomwhackers, recorder, and ukulele! Ask your questions for next week's Musical Monday Video here: https://forms.gle/WYo1MHJSwYAa9nyT7 If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in clas...
Dec 05, 2023•34 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 11/27/23. This week I talked about including holiday material into your lessons (or not) and explored with Orba! If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level an...
Nov 28, 2023•28 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 11/13/23. This week I talked about using what you have to make your lessons really great - Thanksgiving Lesson Included! If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade ...
Nov 14, 2023•29 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 11/6/23. This week I talked about when and how to say "no" or "No, thank you" and why to say "yes" to professional community building! If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive ab...
Nov 07, 2023•31 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 10/30/23. This week I shared about how I've changed and revamped my patriotic-themed concert over the years. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and sh...
Oct 31, 2023•29 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 10/23/23. This week I shared some thoughts about how to incorporate Native American History Month into your classroom in authentic ways. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive ...
Oct 24, 2023•34 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 10/16/23. This week I shared some thoughts about how to extend lessons to get the most out of your content. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and sha...
Oct 17, 2023•30 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 10/9/23. This week I shared some thoughts about multiple ways to use children's books in the classroom even if it feels tricky to include them in a natural way. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons ...
Oct 10, 2023•37 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 10/2/23. This week I shared some thoughts about perfectionism in education and how you might teach basic dictation of rhythm, body percussion, and melody. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and th...
Oct 03, 2023•30 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 9/25/23. This week I shared some thoughts about Halloween - books to use, ideas to try out, and some things to avoid. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade lev...
Sep 26, 2023•28 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 9/18/23. This week I shared some thoughts about social media, what to avoid, how to stay involved, and how to keep your head through all of it. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a dee...
Sep 19, 2023•26 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 9/11/23. This week I shared about how to get started using books for Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month. I also talked about a call & response/attention getter to AVOID and why people use the terms Hispanic/Latino/Latinx Heritage Month. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the les...
Sep 12, 2023•28 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 9/4/23. This week I shared about books with Asian representation that you should use or lose. I talked about "Tikki Tikki Tembo" and "Suki's Kimono." If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do...
Sep 05, 2023•26 min
