Spice Up Your Lessons for Big Kids in the Elementary Music Room

Want to spice up your music lessons for big kids but find that fun activities quickly turn into chaos? In this episode of The Happy Music Teacher, we’re tackling how to keep the excitement without losing control. Big kids can be a tough crowd, but with the right structure, you can make your lessons engaging while maintaining order. I’m sharing three simple strategies to help you set clear expectations so your students stay focused and respectful—even during the most exciting activities.

Here’s how to make it work:

🎶 Give clear rules – Keep it simple with two or three non-negotiable rules to guide behavior.

🎶 Set expectations – Let students know exactly what respectful participation looks like.

🎶 Follow through with consequences – Outline what will happen if students don’t meet expectations.

With these steps in place, you can spice up your music lessons for big kids while keeping the peace and making learning fun. Tune in to hear how to make it happen in your classroom! 🎧🎶

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