Music Through Children's Literature

By Donna B. Levene

Book Overview

Develop music appreciation among your students with folk songs, rhythmic poems, stories with musical themes, and picture books with strong musical links. Designed for teaching flexibility, these lessons can be adapted according to a teacher's level of musical proficiency and time limitations. Sections cover rhythm, melody, form, instruments, music history, and dance forms, with lively activities that involve singing, playing instruments, chanting, and movement. These are perfect for the nonmusician who is teaching music as well as the seasoned music specialist.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1563080214
• ISBN13: 9781563080210
• Release Date: May 1993
• Publisher: Libraries Unlimited
• Length: 142 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.5" x 11.0"
• Age Range: 4 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 6