Singing and playing provide a wonderful environment in which children can grow and develop. The songplays in this creative new music resource, will engage children in playful, nurturing experiences as they sing simple folksongs, while learning to respond to each other, focus on attentionand listening skills, and use their imagination to describe ideas and a ctions. This book is ideal for all teachers of young children, both classroom teachers and music specialists. Each songplay section includes a detailed step-by-step teaching process, opportunities for cross-curricular connections and a listing of recommended literature readings. The well-designed layout makes lesson planning a breeze! The book includes a “coaching” CD with helpful musical prompts and song demonstrations in various keys by an adult solo voice for use in preparing each lesson. For ages 4-7.
