Teaching Tips Oct-Dec 2014

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October -December 2014

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October: Turkey Trouble:

Child playing Turkey Trouble with rhythm sticks Have students clap and count rhythm to teach the eighth notes. An exciting way to do this is to use rhythm sticks.
Easy to make with 1/2 dowels cut 12″, sand ends and use colored tape to candy stripe for a fun look. Point and count while having the student tap the rhythm with the rhythm sticks!

November: Christmas Snacks:

Need a treat for Christmas recitals or parties? “My Own Cook Book” has an easy nutritious Christmas tree recipe. This is also a great activity for children to enjoy making with ingredients parents approve. Check our Face Book page for more suggestions.
Find easy-to-play Christmas Carols for singing around the piano under seasonal music.

December: The Crooked Candy Cane:

Make an easy prop to use when singing “The Crooked Candy Cane” by cutting out a large candy cane from white poster board. Paint the stripes red. You can also attach a copy of the lyrics to the back if desired. Kids really love to sing this song and audiences love to hear it. Quick and easy to learn, use the free MP3 download as accompaniment or use piano on this easy to play piece.