Out of the Music Box with Kate Shannon
On the fourth episode of the Music For Kiddos Podcast, Kate joins us to share tangible, child-centered resources that you can immediately implement in your practice. She also talks about her new course on Music For Kiddos called Out of the Music Box.
10 Tips For Teaching The Ukulele
The ukulele is a favorite instrument of so many music therapists, music educators and parents, because it is very accessible to kids.
FREE Hello + Goodbye Songs Songbook!
A quality hello song that is executed well can set the tone for the rest of your music experience with kids.
My Step-By-Step System To Facilitate Early Childhood Music Groups
Do you facilitate music groups? I’m sharing all about how I approach music groups with you.
The Music For Kiddos Podcast Is Here!
Have you ever had an idea of something you’ve been wanting to do for a long time, and when it happens you can’t almost believe it? That’s how I feel about the Music for Kiddos podcast.
FREE Christmas Songbook! 32 Christmas Songs
This year, I'm embracing the idea of some *early* holiday spirit! The decorations will go up, the holiday music will be on FULL BLAST, and we'll be finding the joy in the little things.
Speaking of JOY, I would LOVE to send some your way, too.
How We Self-Published A Children's Book
After bouncing song ideas off of my husband, we agreed on monsters. But not scary monsters…. *cute* monsters. Monsters that dressed up in Halloween costumes!
10 Ukulele Tips for Kids
Ukulele is my favorite starter instrument for kids ages 4 and up. The skills learned on a ukulele can directly transfer to guitar, violin, viola, cello, and other stringed instruments. OR, your child can just be a UKULELE player, because yes, the ukulele is a REAL instrument. (Take that, recorder!)
Spring Preschool Music Lesson Plan (Going on a Picnic!)
Here are songs for the Going on a Picnic preschool music lesson plan. And more importantly, HOW I use them.
10 Movement Songs for Kids
I have found that if I have MANY movement songs to choose from, I can customize what I need for the situation and increase the chances for success.
Hello! I’m Stephanie Leavell, the creator of Music for Kiddos, a mom to a spunky young daughter, a seasoned performer, an experienced music educator, and a board certified music therapist who is passionate about using music to help kids succeed.
I share high-quality music and music resources for music therapists, music educators, and parents on this blog and inside of the Music For Kiddos Community. So glad you’re here!
