Explore creative music teaching methods in this episode, focusing on concepts like up/down and high/low. Engaging activities include interactive games with songs such as "I Have a Little Snowman," incorporating movements and glockenspiel tricks. 

The episode introduces the small-is-high and big-is-low concept through poems, seamlessly integrating boomwhackers and Orff instruments for dynamic learning. 

Dive into storybooks like "The Biggest, Best Snowman" and "Froggy Gets Dressed," where pitch variations come to life, accompanied by hands-on experiences with frame drums and Orff instruments. 

The episode concludes with instrument exploration inspired by "The Snowman" and activities featuring "Tacky the Penguin," offering practical and enjoyable strategies for music education in the classroom.

Tune in for a vibrant musical journey that combines storytelling, interactive games, and instrument play, providing educators with innovative and effective techniques to make music education both engaging and memorable.

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What we talked about:

1.  I Have a Little Snowman
2. The Biggest, Best Snowman
3. Froggy Gets Dressed
4. The Snowman  Lesson plan only available through the Storybook Spotlight Club.
5. Tacky the Penguin

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