SongWorks II

Much more than a collection of suggested song activities, SongWorks II captures the essence of singing in the education of children. Based on the premise that singing is the most natural and effective way to teach music at the elementary level, this texts shows pre- and in-service teachers how to create engaging, purposeful musical experiences for children.

Both former elementary school music teachers, Bennett and Bartholomew show teachers how to lead and interact with children during music activities through their examples of real classroom teaching experiences laced throughout the text. Inspiring instructors with a "can-do" attitude towards music, SongWorks II includes:

• Over 80 scenarios of elementary classroom experiences that illustrate teaching practices and prepare teachers for singing with their students
• More than 40 folk songs and 95 accompanying games that have been classroom- and time-tested throughout the country
• Activities that provide real-life illustrations of how to interact, play, think, and develop listening skills within the context of singing
• A principles approach that encourages teachers to structure curricula and classroom choices around their own teaching principles and experiences
• Reflective questions and scenarios that draw the reader into classroom contexts in which pedagogical issues and dilemmas can be examined