Exploring Groovy Shapes in Kindergarten

Kindergarten Kids Learn About Music In A New Way...

Using the software program "Groovy Shapes" by Sibelius, the kindergarten kids are experiencing a new way of learning about the elements of music. They're learning a specific way of taking turns being at the Smart Board, and enjoy what seems more like a game!

Second Graders Begin Orchestra Instrument Family Unit

We will be using various resources to enhance learning.

On their iPads, second graders have the app called "Meet The Orchestra".

They are encouraged to explore the app on their own.

The Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra Instrument Safari

 This website presents the concept in an engaging and fun way.  

Students are welcome to explore this at home, and can register for a free account.

(Unfortunately because it uses Flash, it doesn't work on iPads)

By creating their own "secret name", password, and hint, students are able to experience all of this for themselves. This is an advantage because we take turns when we are learning as a class.

It's That Time Again!

The Music Room is ready and so am I!
I can't wait to meet new friends in Kindergarten and see returning friends in First and Second Grade!

Music Program and Art Show dates in 2020:
Tuesday February 25th-  2nd Grade
Thursday February 27th- 1st Grade
Thursday May 14th- Kindergarten

This year our PBIS theme is SPACE, so I had fun including that in my Music Room Expectations Video!

It's going to be an awesome year of learning in Music Class!

Seasons of Kindergarten Video Recording

Here is the May 2, 2019 video recording of "The Seasons of Kindergarten" provided by the McFarland School District.

2nd Graders Learning About the Treble Clef Staff

Each music class students participate in the Note Identification Class Competition when entering the room. The class(es) with 100% at the end of the competition will be rewarded with a music game day towards the end of the year. This is very motivating for the students and I'm pleased with their progress in treble clef note recognition.

Students have been given time at the end of class to work independently with treble clef music apps on their iPads. They really enjoy this learning activity!

First Graders Experience Treble Clef Island

First Graders have been learning about the Treble Clef line and space note names
with the help of Freddie the Frog and Eli the Elephant!

The Freddie the Frog books by Sharon Burch 

are excellent teaching tools for the first grade treble clef staff unit!

The children learn about Treble Clef Island, 

which gives them a "place" to identify each line and space.
Visit Freddie the Frog's website for games and activities...

Video Recordings of 2nd Grade Programs 2_26_19

We are very fortunate to have our programs video recorded by the McFarland School District!
Here are the videos from the 2nd grade programs held on February 26, 2019.

5:30 Program

Punzel, Schmaling, Huber Drake

6:30 Program

Garvoille, Schmidt, Hiveley, Wisniewski