Described are many diverse games and activities designed to develop listening skills when teaching music. The techniques used, and concepts to be taught or reinforced are included. (KC)

Describes ways in which English teachers can capitalize on the natural response of teens to music. (RL)

Describes a teaching method involving folk music for enriching language arts programs and developing children's library skills. (HTH)

A basis is given for interdisciplinary activities for students studying transformational geometry. (MK)

Provides examples of arts infused literary studies, with each example using art experiences (expressive writing, creative movement, visual arts, exploratory music, and informal drama) to relate to the literature text. Notes that the learning outcome is to involve readers in exploring the meaning of the story as it relates to their own life…

Discusses children's tastes in music and reviews children's books that have music as a theme. Presents a creative activities sampler for younger and older children as well as a list of resources, including books and films. (LRW)

Discusses two approaches that engage both students and teachers as they come to share an understanding of Shakespeare's relevance to all ages. Suggests teaching Shakespeare through picture books and through music. Notes that one of the first ways to modernize Shakespeare is to allow students to interact with the work. (SG)

Challenges early childhood teachers to sing to and with young children, with parents, and with other adults. Discusses singing as an often neglected physical and emotional experience in American culture. Makes suggestions for singing and effectively involving children in music activities throughout the school day, including selecting songs…

Contends the history and values that lie behind Jewish music offer music educators more than the holiday songs normally utilized. Discusses a variety of ways that Jewish music can enrich students' understanding of and appreciation for music history. Lists important composers of Jewish and non-Jewish background who have produced Jewish music. (DB)

A survey of 28 music teachers in schools for the visually impaired and in mainstreamed primary schools in the United Kingdom found that the special schools spent more time on music instruction. Other findings dealt with types of instruments used and types of activities included in the music lessons. (JDD)

Investigates processes involved in helping young children acquire musical concepts. Concludes that, even though children's involvement with musical skills and activities aids concept development, the enjoyment and experience of music should be predominant. (NH)

Maintains that elementary music programs are an asset to the instrumental teacher. Discusses how the pedagogical techniques used in elementary music programs can be applied to instrumental classes. Analyzes aural learning, movement, hand signs, familiar songs, and phasing and form. Suggests how these can be incorporated into instrumental classes.…

Discusses "Economics Is FUN-damental," a collection of six musical skits designed to address economic concepts in a manner meaningful and relevant to elementary students. The skits, performed by fourth and fifth graders, are designed to relate economic concepts such as scarcity and supply and demand, to real life situations. (LS)

Supports the use of novels in music classes to activate student interest in an unfamiliar field. Shows how "Come Sing, Jimmy Jo" (K. Paterson), "Pennington's Seventeenth Summer" (K.M. Peyton), and "Jazz Country" (N. Hentoff) can enhance music learning because characters engage in aesthetic judgment, struggle with…

Describes a "lunch theater" project implemented at Hampstead Central School in Hampstead, New Hampshire. Groups of first through fourth graders rehearsed and performed songs, dances, magic, comedy, gymnastics, and student-written skits during their respective lunch periods for an audience of fellow students, staff, and teachers. Students…