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The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything - Orff & Percussion Companion

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Do you need something fun to welcome in the fall? Would you like to impress your administrator with some great cross-curricular planning? Well here you go! This is a delightful little story written by Linda Williams called, The Little Old Lady Who

Subjects:

Music, Vocal Music, Instrumental Music

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations

$5.00

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African American Jazz Musicians Color Page Information Sheets

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This is a great way to familiarize your students with African American Jazz Musicians. This packet has ten composers for your students to learn about. Included are:Charles MingusCharlie ParkerDizzy GillespieJohnny HartmanDuke EllingtonMary Lou

Subjects:

Music, Other (Music), Black History Month

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

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Printables

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African American Spirituals

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This is a great tool for Black History Month! Every February we reflect on an important part of America's story by teaching our children and educating the public about black history. Included in this file are 38 songs for you to share with your

Subjects:

Music, Vocal Music, Black History Month

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Songs, Cultural Activities

$10.00

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Color- Coded Christmas Songs for Boomwhackers and Handbells

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Perfect for the Christmas Holidays! This packet would be great for music stations during that special last week of school when everyone (Teachers) are maintaining their sanity!!! These are used in my classroom as music stations or workstations. Time

Subjects:

Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

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Songs

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$10.00

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African American Jazz Musicians

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Spotlight on African American Jazz MusiciansSpotlight on African American Jazz Musicians unit is absolutely perfect for Black History month in February and/or Music in Our Schools Month! There are 6 Jazz musicians that are included in this bundle,

Subjects:

Music, Other (Music), Black History Month

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Worksheets, Cultural Activities

$15.00

$12.00

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African American Jazz Musicians Color Page Foldable Information Sheets

By Best of Both Worlds

This is a great way to familiarize your students with African American Jazz Musicians. This packet has four Jazz musicians, and I have included Sammy Davis, Jr. as a bonus! Included in this packet are: John Coltrane Sammy Davis, Jr. (Bonus) Miles

Subjects:

Music, Other (Music), Black History Month

Grades:

Kindergarten, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Printables

$3.50

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Under the Sea Music Decor Bundle for the Elementary Music Teacher

By Best of Both Worlds

Here’s a way to stay under budget and have a fun, decorative coordinated music classroom!!! Simply print this decor set on white cardstock or paper and laminate. If you choose to print in black and white, make sure to go into your printer settings

Subjects:

Music, Other (Music), Back to School

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Word Walls, Bulletin Board Ideas, Posters

$12.00

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Five Little Pumpkins

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A freebee for you!!! Here's a cute little poem that kiddos love and is so easy to learn. The graphics are bright and clear and appeals to ages four to seven or eight years of age. Although this particular poem is used for halloween, I have replaced

Subjects:

Music, Literature, Autumn

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

Types:

Printables, Posters

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Instruments Away! A Smartboard Instrument Families Sorting Review Game

By Best of Both Worlds

Instruments Away! The music teacher can't go home until all the instruments are put away. Can you help the teacher? Do your students love games? Well this game makes reviewing fun and exciting for your students. Instruments Away is designed for

Subjects:

Music, Music Composition, Other (Music)

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Interactive Whiteboard, Games

$3.00

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Joy To The World for Boomwhackers & Handbells

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This song is part of the Color Coded Boomwhackers and Handbells Bundle that may be purchased in my store, so if you have purchased it, you already own this song. This is perfect for right before the Christmas Holidays! This packet would be great to

Subjects:

Music, Instrumental Music, Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Activities, Songs

$3.50

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Spotlight on African American Jazz Musicians-Bessie Smith

By Best of Both Worlds

Spotlight on African American Jazz Musicians, Featuring-Bessie Smith You already own this if If you purchased Spotlight on African American Jazz Musicians. This unit is absolutely perfect for Black History month in February and/or Music in Our

Subjects:

Music, Other (Music), Black History Month

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Worksheets, Cultural Activities

$3.00

Digital Download PDF (13.14 MB)

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We Wish You A Merry Christmas for Boomwhackers & Handbells

By Best of Both Worlds

Subjects:

Music, Instrumental Music, Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Activities

$3.50

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Jeopardy - Christmas Edition!

By Best of Both Worlds

Teachers, Do you have extra time on your hands at the end of the day? Well here is a fun way to keep all of your kiddos engaged until that last bell rings for the day! This is a fun fast moving game that may be played by individuals or team against

Subjects:

Other (Music), Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Games

$5.00

Digital Download PPTX (24.82 MB)

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Spotlight on African American Jazz Musicians-Louis Armstrong

By Best of Both Worlds

Spotlight on African American Jazz Musicians, Featuring Louis ArmstrongYou already own this if If you purchased Spotlight on African American Jazz Musicians. This unit is absolutely perfect for Black History month in February and/or Music in Our

Subjects:

Music, Other (Music), Black History Month

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Worksheets, Cultural Activities

$3.00

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Brag Tags ~ Christmas Song Titles

By Best of Both Worlds

As our school year moves into December, so comes that time of the year where we, as teachers, are constantly reminding our students about appropriate behavior. Well, check this out! Your kiddos will LOVE these Christmas Brag Tags. Brag Tags are a

Subjects:

Music, Holidays/Seasonal

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Printables

$3.00

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L'il Liza Jane

By Best of Both Worlds

This is a PDF document and may be used on a white board or SmartBoard. This lesson is a lesson that combines the Best of Both Worlds using Orff plus Kodaly! The pitches in L’il Liza Jane are: • Low So • Low la • Do, Re, Mi, So & La • High

Subjects:

Music, Vocal Music, Other (Music)

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations

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Christmas Worksheet ~Freebie~ Elementary Music

By Best of Both Worlds

Teachers, Do you find yourself with a little extra time on your hands at the end of your lessons? Well, I've got just the thing for you. I have included in this packet worksheets that will be engaging and challenging, and your students will have fun

Subjects:

Music, Other (Music), Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Worksheets, Printables

FREE

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Spotlight on African American Jazz Musicians-Nat King Cole

By Best of Both Worlds

Spotlight on African American Jazz Musicians, Featuring Nat King Cole You already own this if If you purchased Spotlight on African American Jazz Musicians. This unit is absolutely perfect for Black History month in February and/or Music in Our

Subjects:

Music, Other (Music), Black History Month

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Worksheets, Cultural Activities

$3.00

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Wild, Wild West Music Decor

By Best of Both Worlds

Here’s a way to stay under budget and have a fun, decorative coordinated music classroom!!! Simply print this décor set on cardstock or paper! Laminate your materials for long lasting results! ~This bundle contains PDF and PPT printables. Please

Subjects:

Music, Other (Music), Back to School

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Printables, Bulletin Board Ideas

$12.00

$10.00

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Companion Product for Spotlight on Jazz Musicians

By Best of Both Worlds

This product is the companion product that is included with the Spotlight on African American Jazz Musicians' unit. If you already own that unit this product is included within it. Black History month in February and/or Music in Our Schools Month!

Subjects:

Music, Other (Music), Black History Month

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Worksheets, Cultural Activities

$3.00

Digital Download PDF (8.90 MB)

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Linda Sue started teaching in Washington State in Federal Way. She has 28 years of experience and is Orff/Schulwerk-Kodaly Certified.

MY TEACHING STYLE

Orff-Kodaly…The Best of Both Worlds!

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

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MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

Bachelors from Stephen F. Austin State University. I have a double major in Music Education and Elementary Education. Orff/Kodaly Certified

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

I have a wonderful husband named Jeff and a beautiful Mal/Husky mix… Apache, who thinks he's the boss of our little family.