This or That? --Music Game Introducing the interactive and engaging “This or That: Man Made or Natural Sound?” PowerPoint presentation, a music game specially designed for pre-K through first-grade students. This educational resource is a fun-filled activity that helps young learners distinguish between man-made and natural sounds, all while developing their musical understanding. Game Concept: Teacher Projects Slides: The teacher projects visually stimulating slides on the screen, each featuring a picture of an object. Sound Classification: Students are challenged to identify whether the sound produced by the object is man-made or natural. Interactive Participation: Based on their choice, students stand on either side of the room - one side for man-made sounds, the other for natural sounds. Guided Gameplay: The teacher provides directions, indicating where students should stand for each sound. Key Features: Extensive Slide Collection: The game includes a comprehensive collection of 36 unique slides, showcasing various objects. Students determine if those sounds are man made or natural. Educational Value: Through active participation, students develop discrimination skills and gain an understanding of the differences between man-made and natural sounds. Flexible Use: This game can be seamlessly incorporated into music classes or used as an engaging activity during substitute teacher periods, ensuring valuable learning even in the absence of the regular teacher. How the Game Hits Multiple Music Standards: Auditory Discrimination: By distinguishing between man-made and natural sounds, students refine their ability to perceive and classify different auditory stimuli, a crucial skill in music. Sound Exploration: The game encourages students to explore a wide range of sounds produced by various objects, fostering their curiosity and creativity in discovering the sonic world. Music and Movement: Through physical engagement and movement, students connect sound classification with spatial awareness, enhancing their overall musical experience. Follow me to be the first to hear about FREEBIES and updates and check out my YouTube channel “The Music Magpie” for more free resources I welcome and appreciate any feedback, comments or suggestions. You may also contact me at magpiesmmt@gmail.com

Introducing: Music Sub Plans - Grades K-1 Digital Download Are you a music teacher in need of comprehensive sub plans for your young students? Look no further! Our Music Sub Plans - Grades K-1 Digital Download is the perfect solution for engaging and educational music lessons. Designed specifically for a substitute teacher, this package includes a wealth of resources to keep your little musicians entertained and learning in your absence. Features: Rhythms Galore: Help your students develop a strong sense of rhythm with a variety of fun and interactive activities. Using real notation and icon notation these rhythms are great practice on a day when you are away. Circle Games: Circle games are not only entertaining but also encourage cooperation, spatial awareness, and musicality. Our Music Sub Plans include a few well known circle games that will have your students laughing and learning together. Movement Activities: Get your students up and active with our engaging movement activities. From simple dances to imaginative movement games, these activities promote coordination, expression, and a love for physical activity in the context of music. Projectable Slides: Our music sub plans come with projectable slides, making it easy for you to display the lesson plans on a screen or interactive whiteboard. The vibrant visuals and clear instructions ensure that students can see and understand the activities with ease. Five Sets of Plans: With this digital download, you will receive five sets of music sub plans, providing you with a wealth of materials to cover an extended period. Each set offers unique and diverse lesson plans, allowing you to tailor your teaching to your students’ needs and interests. Benefits: Comprehensive and Well-Structured: The Music Sub Plans - Grades K-1 Digital Download offers a well-organized curriculum, ensuring that you have a clear progression of lessons for your students. Engaging and Interactive: The activities included in the plans are designed to capture the attention and imagination of young learners, fostering a love for music and a desire to actively participate. Easy to Implement: The projectable slides and step-by-step instructions make it simple for substitute teachers or classroom assistants to carry out the lessons confidently. Time-Saving: With the Music Sub Plans, you’ll save precious time planning and preparing, allowing you to focus on what you do best – teaching and inspiring young minds. Follow me to be the first to hear about FREEBIES and updates and check out my YouTube channel “The Music Magpie” for more free resources I welcome and appreciate any feedback, comments or suggestions. You may also contact me at magpiesmmt@gmail.com

Kindergarten Winter Rhythms - an engaging and interactive digital download designed specifically for kindergarteners to learn and practice rhythms using icon notation. This comprehensive rhythm PowerPoint features the fundamental rhythms of ta and ti-ti, using eye-catching icon notation with adorable penguin characters and snowflakes. With colorful screens, a composition worksheet, and printable and cuttable icons, “Penguin Rhythms” is the perfect tool to captivate young learners and foster their rhythmic skills. Key Features: Icon Notation: The PowerPoint incorporates two penguins to represent ti-ti (eighth notes) and a single penguin for ta (quarter note). This visual representation helps students easily grasp the concept of different note values. Colorful and Attention-Grabbing Screens: Each rhythm screen is thoughtfully designed to be visually appealing and capture the attention of your early learners. The vibrant colors and charming icons make learning rhythms an enjoyable experience. Rhythm Composition Worksheet: The package includes a printable composition worksheet, allowing students to create their own rhythms using the icon notation. This activity encourages creativity and reinforces understanding of rhythm concepts. Printable and Cuttable Icons: Students can further enhance their learning by utilizing the printable and cuttable penguin icons. They can arrange and rearrange and color these icons to create unique rhythmic patterns, promoting hands-on engagement and reinforcing musical concepts. Classroom Applications: Independent Work: Kindergarten students can independently create their own rhythms on the rhythm composition worksheet. This promotes self-paced learning and builds confidence. Assessment Tool: The rhythm composition worksheet serves as an excellent assessment tool. Students can compose their own rhythms using the penguin icons and then count and perform their composition to the teacher or other students. This provides a valuable opportunity for both assessment and peer evaluation. Group Activities: Teachers can organize groups where students work collaboratively to create rhythmic patterns using the printable and cuttable icons. This fosters teamwork, encourages active participation, and promotes musical expression. Follow me to be the first to hear about FREEBIES and updates and check out my YouTube channel “The Music Magpie” for more free resources I welcome and appreciate any feedback, comments or suggestions. You may also contact me at magpiesmmt@gmail.com

Instrument Family Jeopardy covers a wide range of questions related to instrument families, allowing students to test their knowledge and reinforce important concepts. Instrument Family Questions: Instrument Family Jeopardy includes thought-provoking questions that challenge students to identify different instrument families. They will learn about woodwind, brass, percussion, and string instruments, gaining a deeper understanding of the unique characteristics and sounds produced by each family. Instrument Name Identification: This resource also helps students develop their ability to identify and categorize specific instruments within each family. By playing Instrument Jeopardy, they will become more familiar with the names and appearances of various instruments, fostering musical literacy and appreciation. Sound Production Knowledge: Instrument Jeopardy encourages students to explore how sound is produced on different instruments. It poses questions that prompt learners to consider the mechanisms and techniques used to create sound. Interactive and Engaging: Instrument Jeopardy is an interactive game that captures students’ attention and keeps them actively involved in the learning process. The competitive nature of Jeopardy-style gameplay adds excitement and motivation, making it an ideal resource for music classrooms, after-school programs, substitute teachers, and homeschooling environments. How to Use: Download the Free Key for Instrument Jeopardy from “The Music Magpie” TPT store. Use the Free Key as a guide to facilitate the Instrument Jeopardy game with your students. Engage your students in a lively competition as they answer questions related to instrument families, names, and sound production. Encourage discussion and provide additional explanations to reinforce learning and encourage deeper comprehension. Note: There is a Free key for this Instrument Family Jeopardy resource and requires available separately in our TPT store, “The Music Magpie.” Follow me to be the first to hear about FREEBIES and updates and check out my YouTube channel “The Music Magpie” for more free resources I welcome and appreciate any feedback, comments or suggestions. You may also contact me at magpiesmmt@gmail.com

152 Music Essential Questions! This comprehensive digital download is specifically designed for K-5 music classrooms, providing you with a wide range of thought-provoking questions to engage your students and enhance their musical learning journey. Features: 152 Essential Questions: Discover an extensive collection of carefully crafted music-related questions that cover various topics, concepts, and skills. These questions have been tailored to suit K-5 students, ensuring their relevance and age-appropriateness. Versatility and Adaptability: Whether you prefer singing or playing as the focus of your music lessons, these essential questions are easily adaptable to suit your specific needs. Feel free to modify the words and terminologies to align with your preferred teaching approach. Tracking and Organization: Stay organized with the provided date area, allowing you to keep track of when each essential question was used throughout the school year. This feature helps you maintain a balanced curriculum and ensures that all questions are explored over time. Expandable and Flexible: As an educator, you understand the importance of continuous growth and learning. This resource can be expanded upon with additional questions, empowering you to tailor the content to suit your evolving teaching style and student requirements. Follow me to be the first to hear about FREEBIES and updates and check out my YouTube channel “The Music Magpie” for more free resources I welcome and appreciate any feedback, comments or suggestions. You may also contact me at magpiesmmt@gmail.com

Introducing the Ultimate Music Teacher Planner Are you a music teacher K-12, seeking an organized and efficient way to manage your classroom activities? Look no further! Our free digital download Music Teacher Planner is the perfect solution for educators like you who teach a wide range of music disciplines, including general music, band, choir, jazz band, marching band, and more. This all-in-one planner is designed to streamline your planning, keep you organized throughout the year, and help you achieve educational excellence.

Are you ready to have a blast while enhancing your musical knowledge? Look no further than “Heads up! Note up!” - the fun-filled music game that will keep your class entertained while also reviewing music skills. Game Directions: Students will sit with their heads down, except for seven lucky participants. These seven students will be given note cards, each featuring a unique musical symbol or note and question. The chosen students quietly place their cards next to another participant with their head down. Once ready, one student announces, “Heads up! Note up!” The students who received the “Note Up” cards must identify the musical symbol or note on their card and guess who gave it to them. The game continues as the seven students distribute their cards to other participants. Ensure to shuffle the cards between turns! Game Pack Includes: Game Directions: A clear and concise set of instructions that can be easily projected on a screen, ensuring everyone understands how to play the game. Answer Key: Perfect for substitute teachers or anyone facilitating the game, this key provides the correct answers to all the game questions, making it easy to play. 34 Game Cards: Each game card features a unique game question related to musical symbols and notes. The cards are conveniently numbered, making it effortless to cross-reference with the answer key. Why “Heads up! Note up!” is a must-have: Educational and Fun: This game offers a fun way to learn and review musical symbols and notes, allowing players to sharpen their musical knowledge while having a great time. Substitute Teacher’s Dream: With the included game directions and answer key, substitute teachers can effortlessly engage and entertain students, even without prior musical expertise. Perfect Ice Breaker: Use “Heads up! Note up!” at the beginning of the school year to break the ice and build camaraderie among students. It’s an enjoyable way to get to know each other while exploring the world of music. To get started, simply download the digital files and print out the game cards. Laminate them for durability, ensuring they can be used time and time again. Whether you’re looking for a review activity, a substitute teacher resource, or a captivating ice breaker, “Heads up! Note up!” has you covered. Unlock the joy of music and enhance your musical prowess with “Heads up! Note up!” - Download now and let the games begin! Follow me to be the first to hear about FREEBIES and updates and check out my YouTube channel “The Music Magpie” for more free resources I welcome and appreciate any feedback, comments or suggestions. You may also contact me at magpiesmmt@gmail.com

A fun and engaging printable worksheet designed to enhance music education and expand students’ knowledge of music terms. This unique resource is perfect for bell work, substitutes, or individual and group work, providing an interactive way for students to learn and reinforce their understanding of music terminology. Features and Benefits: Comprehensive Music Term Exploration: The Music Alphabet worksheet features all 26 letters of the alphabet, challenging students to come up with a music term that corresponds to each letter. From “Accordion” to “Zither,” this worksheet encourages creativity and expands students’ musical vocabulary. Suitable for Various Learning Settings: Whether used in the classroom as a substitute activity, as homework assignments, or for individual or group work, the Music Alphabet worksheet offers flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of diverse learning environments. Printable and Ready-to-Use: With our digital download format, you can conveniently access and print the Music Alphabet worksheet whenever and wherever you need it. Save time and energy by having an engaging music activity ready at your fingertips. Engaging and Interactive Design: Students will enjoy the process of brainstorming and discovering music terms, fostering a love for learning and music exploration. Enhances Music Knowledge: By engaging students in identifying and associating music terms with each letter, this worksheet promotes critical thinking. Instructions: Download the Music Alphabet worksheet from our digital platform. Print as many copies as needed for your students. Distribute the worksheets and encourage students to brainstorm and write down music terms that correspond to each letter of the alphabet. Discuss the answers as a group or individually to reinforce learning and expand musical vocabulary. Follow me to be the first to hear about FREEBIES and updates and check out my YouTube channel “The Music Magpie” for more free resources I welcome and appreciate any feedback, comments or suggestions. You may also contact me at magpiesmmt@gmail.com

The S.Q.U.I.L.T Journal is designed to engage students in the captivating world of music while honing their analytical skills. S.Q.U.I.L.T, which stands for Super Quiet Uninterrupted Listening Time, provides a structured framework for students to explore and understand the music they listen to, all within the convenience of a single worksheet. The S.Q.U.I.L.T Journal is an ideal resource for teachers seeking to foster independent learning, homework assignments, or substitute lesson plans. Here’s what the S.Q.U.I.L.T Journal offers: Comprehensive Music Identification: Students will showcase their knowledge by naming the title of the composition, the performer, the composer, and identifying the genre of the selected piece. This exercise cultivates familiarity with various musical styles, composers, and performers. Instrumental Analysis Mood Assessment Critical Thinking Questions With the S.Q.U.I.L.T Journal, students will develop a well-rounded appreciation for music, combining factual knowledge with perceptive listening skills. By engaging in focused independent work or completing it as homework, students can reinforce their understanding of musical concepts and strengthen their ability to analyze and interpret compositions. Great for substitutes. Follow me to be the first to hear about FREEBIES and updates and check out my YouTube channel “The Music Magpie” for more free resources I welcome and appreciate any feedback, comments or suggestions. You may also contact me at magpiesmmt@gmail.com

Unlock the world of music symbols with our captivating Color by Note Worksheet Set #1. This free digital download features 38 engaging coloring sheets designed to make learning music symbols a fun and memorable experience. Ideal for music teachers, parents, and independent learners, these worksheets are perfect for classroom activities, homework assignments, or independent work. Key Features: Variety of Music Symbols: Our worksheet set includes a comprehensive range of music symbols, such as the quarter note, quarter rest, single eighth note, eighth note pair, half note, half rest, whole note, whole rest, and the treble clef. This ensures students have a well-rounded understanding of music notation. Color-Coded Instructions: Each worksheet provides clear instructions such as “Color the quarter note blue,” guiding students to identify and locate specific music symbols within the coloring sheet. By associating colors with symbols, students reinforce their knowledge of music notation while unleashing their creativity. Skill-Level Differentiation: Our worksheet set offers three levels of difficulty - easy, medium, and difficult. This allows educators and parents to cater to the individual needs and abilities of students, ensuring an optimal learning experience for everyone. Versatile Usage: Whether you need a substitute teacher activity, homework assignment, or independent work, these coloring sheets provide a flexible solution. Students can enjoy the benefits of learning music symbols at their own pace and in various settings. Benefits: Promotes Learning and Retention: By actively searching for and coloring specific music symbols, students strengthen their recognition and recall abilities. This engaging activity reinforces the names and shapes of the symbols, making learning music notation more enjoyable and memorable. Encourages Creativity: Coloring has been proven to stimulate creativity and promote relaxation. Our worksheet set combines the joy of coloring with the educational aspect of music notation, allowing students to express themselves artistically while mastering key concepts. Supports Independent Learning: Whether used in the classroom or at home, these worksheets empower students to take ownership of their learning. They can work independently, building their confidence and fostering a sense of accomplishment. Follow me to be the first to hear about FREEBIES and updates and check out my YouTube channel “The Music Magpie” for more free resources I welcome and appreciate any feedback, comments or suggestions. You may also contact me at magpiesmmt@gmail.com

Introducing the Composer Wanted Poster Project, a free digital download. Let your students unleash their artistic skills while exploring the lives and contributions of renowned composers. Product Features: Wanted Poster Design: Students will have the opportunity to draw a captivating and eye-catching portrait of their chosen composer. The posters will resemble old-fashioned “Wanted” posters, giving the project an exciting twist. Reasons for “Wanted” Status: Each student will come up with a unique reason why their composer is “wanted.” It could be related to their groundbreaking compositions, revolutionary techniques, or something completely random like “Ate too many marshmallows.” Composer Information: Students will also include essential information about their chosen composer, such as their country of origin, birthday, etc. This will encourage students to research and deepen their understanding of the composers’ lives and work. Students may need Google for this. Flexible Application: Homework: Give the project as an exciting homework assignment, allowing students to explore their chosen composer at their own pace. They can research, draw, and compile information independently, honing their research and artistic skills. Independent Work: For in-class independent work, students can use their class time to complete the project. This option is particularly useful during substitute teacher days or when individual students finish other assignments early. Group Work: Encourage collaboration by assigning the project as a group activity. Students can work together, researching different composers and sharing their findings. They can then collaboratively design a collection of wanted posters, creating an impressive display for the classroom. Benefits of the Composer Wanted Poster Project: Engaging and Creative: This project taps into students’ artistic talents and imagination, making learning about composers an enjoyable experience. Research Skills: Students will enhance their research abilities as they delve into the lives and works of various composers. This cultivates critical thinking and information-gathering skills. Presentation Skills: The project encourages students to present their findings to the class, promoting public speaking skills and boosting confidence. Educational and Entertaining: The Composer Wanted Poster Project seamlessly combines education and entertainment, ensuring that students remain engaged throughout the assignment. Follow me to be the first to hear about FREEBIES and updates and check out my YouTube channel “The Music Magpie” for more free resources I welcome and appreciate any feedback, comments or suggestions. You may also contact me at magpiesmmt@gmail.com

Enhance your music classroom with our Music Flashcard Ideas Worksheet, a versatile and engaging resource for students of all ages. Designed to facilitate group work, independent study, homework assignments, or substitute teacher activities, this downloadable worksheet is packed with creative flashcard ideas to enrich music learning. Features: Comprehensive Flashcard Ideas: Our worksheet includes a wide range of flashcard ideas, covering various musical concepts, terminology, notation, and more. From note recognition to music genres, rhythm patterns to instrument identification, students will find an array of topics to explore and master. Customizable Flashcards: Each student receives their own copy of the worksheet, along with a small stack of notecards. By using the provided flashcard ideas, they can create their own personalized flashcards. This process encourages active learning, as students actively engage with the material and reinforce their understanding. Versatile Applications: Whether in group settings, individual study, or when a substitute teacher is present, these flashcards offer endless possibilities. Students can work collaboratively, test each other’s knowledge, or review independently. This resource promotes flexibility, allowing educators to adapt it to their specific teaching methods and classroom dynamics. Reinforcement and Practice: Flashcards are an effective tool for reviewing and practicing music concepts. Students can use them to reinforce their understanding of key musical elements, such as scales, chords, intervals, and dynamics. Regular use of flashcards helps solidify knowledge and boosts confidence in music theory and appreciation. Engaging and Interactive: Learning music theory doesn’t have to be dull. With our Music Flashcard Ideas Worksheet, students can enjoy a hands-on and interactive experience. Creating their own flashcards adds an element of creativity, making the learning process enjoyable and memorable. Instructions for Use: Download the Music Flashcard Ideas Worksheet and distribute a copy to each student. Provide each student with a stack of notecards, markers, pens, etc. Encourage students to read through the flashcard ideas and select topics that interest them or align with ongoing classroom lessons. Instruct students to create their own flashcards based on the selected ideas, using the notecards provided. Students can decorate their flashcards and add additional information to enhance their understanding. Incorporate the flashcards into various learning activities, such as group quizzes, independent study sessions, or partner review sessions. Monitor progress and offer guidance as needed, emphasizing the importance of regular practice and review. Follow me to be the first to hear about FREEBIES and updates and check out my YouTube channel “The Music Magpie” for more free resources I welcome and appreciate any feedback, comments or suggestions. You may also contact me at magpiesmmt@gmail.com

Are you ready to bring the joy of music to your students this summer? Look no further than this digital download package designed specifically for music summer school grades Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade, including special education. Packed with seven rotations worth of engaging lesson plans, this resource is perfect for both summer school programs and for gathering ideas for the upcoming school year. What’s Included: *Each lesson contains hyperlinks to tons of music activities. Seven Rotations of Lesson Plans: These lesson plans cover a wide range of musical activities, rhythms, games, and songs. Each lesson is thoughtfully designed to keep students actively engaged and learning while having fun. There are Star Wars, Mario, Sonic, Among Us themed lessons and so much more. Music Follow-Along Videos: Enhance the learning experience with music follow-along videos that allow students to immerse themselves in various musical styles and genres. These fun videos will keep students attention. Body Percussion and Instrument Follow-Alongs: Get your students moving and grooving with interactive body percussion and instrument follow-alongs. These activities encourage physical coordination and rhythm development, while fostering a sense of excitement and participation. Special Education and Pre-K Slides: We understand the unique needs of special education and Pre-K early learners. That’s why we’ve included slides specifically designed to accommodate their learning styles and abilities. These slides provide an inclusive and supportive environment for all students to thrive. Required Materials: To make the most of these lessons, you’ll need a few materials such as colored instruments (colored xylophones or boomwhackers), non-pitched percussion instruments, scarves, stuffed animals, and Instrument Bingo by Cheryl Lavender (This is used in one lesson). These materials add a tactile and interactive element to the lessons, making them even more memorable and enjoyable. YouTube Integration: These lesson plans incorporate various activities and resources available on YouTube. Teachers can easily project the slides on a screen and integrate YouTube videos seamlessly into their teaching. This ensures engaging learning while having fun during summer school. Follow me to be the first to hear about FREEBIES and updates and check out my YouTube channel “The Music Magpie” for more free resources I welcome and appreciate any feedback, comments or suggestions. You may also contact me at magpiesmmt@gmail.com

Note: This Free Key for Instrument Jeopardy is a companion resource and requires the full Instrument Jeopardy game, available separately in our TPT store, “The Music Magpie.” Instrument family Jeopardy Game (Separate Purchase): PERFECT FOR SUBS! Are you a music educator looking for an exciting and engaging way to review instrument families and instrument names with your students? Look no further! We present to you the Free Key for Instrument Jeopardy, a valuable resource designed to enhance your music lessons and make learning about instruments fun and interactive. Product Features: The Free Key for Instrument Jeopardy is a companion resource for the full Instrument Jeopardy game available in our TPT store, “The Music Magpie.” It covers a wide range of questions related to instrument families, allowing students to test their knowledge and reinforce important concepts. Instrument Family Questions: Instrument Family Jeopardy includes thought-provoking questions that challenge students to identify different instrument families. They will learn about woodwind, brass, percussion, and string instruments, gaining a deeper understanding of the unique characteristics and sounds produced by each family. Instrument Name Identification: This resource also helps students develop their ability to identify and categorize specific instruments within each family. By playing Instrument Jeopardy, they will become more familiar with the names and appearances of various instruments, fostering musical literacy and appreciation. Sound Production Knowledge: Instrument Jeopardy encourages students to explore how sound is produced on different instruments. It poses questions that prompt learners to consider the mechanisms and techniques used to create sound. Interactive and Engaging: Instrument Jeopardy is an interactive game that captures students’ attention and keeps them actively involved in the learning process. The competitive nature of Jeopardy-style gameplay adds excitement and motivation, making it an ideal resource for music classrooms, after-school programs, substitute teachers, and homeschooling environments. How to Use: Download the Free Key for Instrument Jeopardy from “The Music Magpie” TPT store. Use the Free Key as a guide to facilitate the Instrument Jeopardy game with your students. Engage your students in a lively competition as they answer questions related to instrument families, names, and sound production. Encourage discussion and provide additional explanations to reinforce learning and encourage deeper comprehension. Follow me to be the first to hear about FREEBIES and updates I welcome and appreciate any feedback, comments or suggestions. You may also contact me at magpiesmmt@gmail.com