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Click here to learn how to make your very own yarn ball. It's perfect for rhythm passing games, movement, and lots more!

January 6, 2014

DIY Yarn Ball – The Perfect Classroom Tool

Classroom Ideas

I discovered the large Yarn Ball this summer when I took my Orff Level One coursework at Baker University. IT IS AMAZING! Thank you Dena Byers for using/showing me this tool and Jennifer Donovan for teaching me how to make it! It’s a fuzzy poof ball that can be used […]

Five awesome things I found on Pinterest this month!

November 25, 2013

Five Favorite Pins of November – 2013

Classroom Ideas

I will admit, I spend a lot of time on Pinterest browsing ideas, getting inspiration, and seeing how other teachers decorate and plan for teaching. Pinterest can be a really great tool to help you plan for your own classroom and inspire you to try new things. Why not share […]

A homemade cart for barred percussion instruments.

November 23, 2013

DIY Orff Carts – Get those bass instruments moving!

Classroom Ideas

So, I’ve got three amazing bass barred percussion instruments in my room. Two bass xylophones and a bass metallophone. I love them for the timbre they bring and kids love playing them because they’re “the hugest ones!” All in all, these instruments are fantastic… but they’re not fantastic to move […]

November 16, 2013

Paper Bag Alien Hats for Concert

Classroom Ideas

Have you ever found yourself looking for that perfect costume to finalize your concert plans? I needed a simple and FREE alien costume for my upcoming concert called “Space Invaders” (learn about the concert here). What to do!? I work at an elementary school in a low-income neighborhood and we […]

September 10, 2013

Cool Kid Spray – Free and Simple Positive Reinforcement

Classroom Ideas

A little spritz of water can be one of the most powerful behavior management tools when you call it Cool Kid Spray! So funny how something as simple as water in a little spray bottle can get kids excited and motivated to do what’s right. This super simple and effective […]