I've been teaching Elementary Music since 2010. I have had the privilege to children in rural, urban, private, public, high-income, low-income, and Dual Language settings.
Save money and time with this K-5 music sub plan set for The Beatles and Rock n Roll music. The elementary music sub tub activities (digital and printable) are designed to accompany the books In My Life illustrated by Genevieve Santos (K-2) and We Are The Beatles by Zoë Tucker (3-5). No-tech printables can go in your sub tub for a non-music sub, or assign the digital activities for Google Slides during distance learning or a 1:1 device situation. Mix and match activities to differentiate for
Looking for lessons and activities to introduce your elementary music students to opera in an engaging way? This mini unit includes activities for third grade through fifth grade with printables, movement, and digital activities. Spread out the activities to use them for a Genre of the Month or Composer of the Month, or use them in a condensed manner for a multi-lesson deep dive, or as at least three sub plans for a long-term sub or maternity leave. Included in this ResourceLink to YouTube playl
Create Halloween fun in an elementary music lesson while assessing rhythmic concepts with this K-5 composition activity. Use the no-tech printables or assign the Google Slides digital activity. Print and laminate the rhythm icons, and have students create patterns to perform and decode independently, in pairs, or during centers. The Google Slides are perfect for projecting on your interactive whiteboard to read the the rhythms whole group, decode them, or compose on student devices. Included
A fall music activity that's engaging and great for assessing? This music composing resource is just that. This autumn themed no-tech or Google Slides resource is a great way to incorporate or assess rhythmic concepts and composition in a fun way for your K-5 music students. Print and laminate the rhythm icons, and have students create patterns to perform and decode independently, in pairs, or during centers. The Google Slides are perfect for projecting on your interactive whiteboard to read the
The music and culture of Mexico is so rich, and this engaging unit is a great way to incorporate it in your elementary music classes. This unit includes activities for Kindergarten through Fifth Grade, with printables, movement, and digital activities. Spread out the activities to use them for a Country of the Month or use them in a condensed manner for a week-long deep dive, or as five sub plans for a long-term sub or maternity leave. Included in this ResourceRead First document with a video w
Looking for a back to school activity for your elementary music classes? This school-themed no-tech or Google Slides resource is a great way to incorporate or assess rhythmic concepts and composition in a fun way. Print and laminate the rhythm icons, and have students create patterns to perform and decode independently, in pairs, or during centers. The Google Slides are perfect for projecting on your interactive whiteboard to read the rhythms whole group, decode the rhythms, or compose on studen
Looking to incorporate more music from other cultures in your Elementary Music class? This unit on Australian music and instruments includes activities for Kindergarten through Fifth Grade. Use the activities for a Country of the Month by spreading them out, or use them in a more condensed manner for a week-long deep dive, or for five long-term sub plans. Included in this ResourceRead First document with a video walkthrough of the unitK-2 Pacing Guide for five lessons3-5 Pacing Guide for fiv
This emergency music sub lesson for third grade, fourth grade, or fifth grade will save you precious time. This resource is a book companion for the picture book Itzhak: A Boy Who Loved The Violin by Tracy Newman. No-tech printables can go in your sub tub for a non-music sub, or assign the digital activities for Google Slides during distance learning or a 1:1 device situation. Since disability awareness is an issue near and dear to my heart, I'm donating half of the proceeds from each purchase
Composing is a fun and excellent way of practicing and assessing rhythmic concepts. Give your K-5 Elementary music students these seasonal activities in centers, partner work, individually, or project them on your interactive whiteboard for whole group work. Use the printable icons and worksheet options, or assign the Google Slides for students to complete on their devices. If you already have your eye on a few of these resources, save by purchasing this bundle. Back to School, Fall, Hallowee
Getting ready for the end of the year in music class? Add some summer fun in your Elementary Music class with these seasonal activities. This bundle includes a digital memory book, printable and digital composing, vocal explorations, and a movement activity. If you already have your eye on a couple of these resources, save big by purchasing this bundle. Included in this resource Vocal Explorations for SummerWater Sports Fun Vocal ExplorationsMusic and Movement for Spring and SummerSummer Rhythm
The end of the school year is a great time for a fun and meaningful review of rhythmic concepts. This summer-themed composing activity for elementary music students K-5 is just the thing. This no-tech or Google Slides resource is a great way to incorporate or assess rhythmic concepts and composition in a seasonal way. Print and laminate the rhythm icons, and have students create patterns to perform and decode independently, in pairs, or during centers. The Google Slides are perfect for projecti
Add some spring fun in your Elementary Music class with these seasonal activities. This bundle includes seasonal songs, printable and digital composing, vocal exploration, and a movement activity. If you already have your eye on a couple of these resources, save big by purchasing this bundle. Included in this resource Vocal Explorations for SpringMusic and Movement for Spring and SummerSpring Rhythm Composing Printable and Digital ResourceAll Around the Buttercup: A folk song for teaching qua
Looking for a spring activity for your Elementary music students that is fun and engaging ? This no-tech or Google Slides resource is a great way to incorporate or assess rhythmic concepts and composition in a seasonal way. Print and laminate the rhythm icons, and have students create patterns to perform and decode independently, in pairs, or during centers. The Google Slides are perfect for projecting on your interactive whiteboard to read the rhythms whole group, decode the rhythms, or compose
Want a Valentine's Day activity you and your Elementary music students will love? This printable and digital resource is the perfect way to incorporate rhythm practice and composition in a seasonal way. Print and laminate the rhythm icons, and have students create patterns to perform and decode independently, in pairs, or during centers. The Google Slides are great for projecting on your interactive whiteboard to read the rhythms whole group, decode the rhythms, or compose on student devices.
Looking for a fun and seasonal way to incorporate composing and practice rhythmic concepts in your elementary music class? This printable and digital resource is the perfect solution. Print and laminate the rhythm icons, and have students create patterns to perform and decode independently, in pairs, or during centers. The Google Slides are great for projecting on your interactive whiteboard to read the rhythms whole group, decode the rhythms, or compose on student devices. Included in this re
Composing is such an important part of Elementary Music, and this resource is a way to bring Thanksgiving fun to practicing rhythmic concepts. Print and laminate the rhythm icons, and have students create patterns to perform and decode independently, in pairs, or during centers. The Google Slides are great for projecting on your interactive whiteboard to read the rhythms whole group, decode the rhythms, or compose on student devices. Included in this resource PDF full of printables-Icons for
This bundle of emergency music sub plans is full of lessons that even a non-music sub can teach your elementary students. Whether you need no-tech printables or Google Slides digital activities, you'll have choices in these 18 lesson plans. Some lessons are designed for Kindergarten, First Grade, and Second Grade, and others are designed for Third Grade, Fourth Grade, and Fifth Grade. There are even a few lessons with materials for lower and upper elementary, K-5. **Although this resource incl
Looking for emergency sub plans for the elementary music classroom? This money-saving and time-saving bundle of lesson plans is perfect for that last-minute sick/personal day. No-tech printables and Google Slides activities are both included for each lesson, so that you are ready no matter what the situation. Some lessons are designed for Kindergarten, First Grade, and Second Grade, and others are designed for Third Grade, Fourth Grade, and Fifth Grade. The lesson for A is for Audra has mate
This emergency music sub lesson for third grade, fourth grade, or fifth grade will save you precious time. This resource is a book companion for the picture book We are The Supremes by Zoe Tucker. No-tech printables can go in your sub tub for a non-music sub, or assign the digital activities for Google Slides during distance learning or a 1:1 device situation. Included in this resource:Teacher tipsLinks to tutorial videosLinks to Motown/The Supremes playlist on YouTubeThe Supremes visualMotown
Young children need plenty of opportunities to move, especially in elementary music class. Use these cards in your music lesson for back to school, steady beat practice, creative movement, or a movement break. Classroom and PE teachers can use this resource for brain breaks, too! This resource is great for social distancing or distance learning, since it is a no-touch movement activity. Either print, cut, and laminate to flip through, or project the pdf straight from your computer. Play the mus
I've been teaching Elementary Music since 2010. I have had the privilege to children in rural, urban, private, public, high-income, low-income, and Dual Language settings.
Teaching style
I have a Kodály-inspired curriculum with influences of Orff as well. My students sing, play, listen, dance, move, read, write, and improvise in music class.
Awards & shining teacher moments
I have presented in my district for creating engaging lessons using interactive whiteboards.
I'm fortunate to be the recipient of a grant that paid full tuition for my ESL Certification.
My own education history
I graduated from Illinois Wesleyan University in 2010 with a Bachelor's in Music Education. I received my Kodaly Level One Certificate from DePaul University in 2011, and am eager to earn all of the Kodaly and Orff levels. I have earned my ESL Certification from Northern Illinois University.
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