In this episode, we're going to talk all about teaching kids to sing in elementary music. I wrote a blog post about teaching kids to sing that you can check out here.

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In this episode, you'll be able to listen to one of the 20 lessons from inside The Elementary Music Teacher Blueprint course. The Elementary Music Teacher Blueprint teaches everything you need to know to successfully teach elementary music, even if you're brand new at it. 

It contains 20 lessons that have slides to go along with the audio recordings and 20 printable worksheets that accompany each lesson to work through at your own pace. You'll be able to think about YOUR students and YOUR classroom as you take the course. You can access the The Elementary Music Teacher Blueprint course by clicking here.

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Whether students are new to your school or have known you a while, I want to share ways that you can make students feel comfortable in the music room. 

In this episode, I'll discuss: 

-how to make kindergarten students feel welcome

 -ways to welcome all students even if they've known you a while 

-why going over procedures helps with more than just good classroom management

 -why making students feel welcome matters a lot 

To download your free cheat sheet "Classroom Management in the Elementary Music Classroom", click here

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This was originally aired on my Facebook page. 

In this episode, we'll talk about my favorite ways to transition from summer back to school. The first week is always the hardest as you adjust to waking up to an alarm and getting back on a schedule. 

Check out my blog to find posts about back to school lesson planning, the first day of school, and so much more. 

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In this episode, I'll talk about 10 things you don't know about me.  If you've ever wondered who I really am, then you need to listen to this episode. 

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In this episode we'll discuss 3 ways you can feel successful teaching elementary music. 

To sign up for The Elementary Music Teacher Blueprint course, head here. 

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In this episode we'll talk about why teaching Patriotic music to kids is so important. A lot of times, kids aren't given the opportunity to learn songs about America, and it's our job as music teacher's to teach them these beautiful songs. 

For tips on how to teach the National anthem to your students, click here.

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Self care for teachers is so important! The quotes I share in this short but mighty episode are: 

"Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you." Anne Lamott 

"You can't pour from an empty cup unless you take care of yourself first." Author Unknown 

"Self care is so important. When you take time to replenish your spirit, it allows you to serve others from the overflow. You cannot serve from an empty vessel." Eleanor Brown 

"If you get tired, learn to rest not to quit." Banksy 

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In this episode, I'll share my favorite tips I wish someone had shared with me my first year of teaching. 

We'll discuss: 

-why going in with confidence is key 

-why it's ok to ask for help 

-practice procedures like it's your job (oh wait it is) 

This blog post "4 Things Every New Music Teacher Should Know" will give you even more helpful advice. 

To sign up for The Elementary Music Teacher Academy, head here. 

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