Holi, also known as the Festival of Colors, is a Hindu festival that celebrates the arrival of spring and the victory of good over evil. It’s a time for spreading love, joy, and happiness, and what better way to do that than through music! I am not of a culture that celebrates Holi, so I’ve …
Amanda Gorman’s book “Change Sings” is a powerful and inspiring collection of poems that explore themes of social justice, identity, and resilience. As an elementary music teacher, you may be looking for ways to incorporate the book into your lesson plans. (And if you’re out for a day – you can even start build off …
If you’re a serial children’s book purchaser like I am, you’re going to love this list! Just in time for Black History Month, I’ve composed a list of 10 engaging storybooks about 9 different African American musicians (Ella’s so awesome she gets two mentions!). My students always love story time. It helps to frame our …
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Why Teach About Protests? The U.S. has a long history of peaceful protests – and they are protected by the First Amendment. Today, it’s even easier to see these protests in the news, on social media, or walking down city streets. Although ideas like the Constitution and civic participation may seem abstract to young children, …
