Appendix A from the Book
In the book To Teach a Child a Song I mention ‘Appendix A’. We put it online instead of in the book so we can update it. Here is that Appendix A!! It lists out a bunch of ideas and … Continued
Do you know the child’s name?
On Sunday I want to my Ward Sacrament meeting in Washington. David, a 5 year old boy from Singing Time, saw me coming in as I sat down about 6 rows back from his family. His eyes lit up, then … Continued
Song Experience Planner and Singing Time Planner for 2023
In a bonus podcast episode titled “Planning Activities for the Year”, we discuss what you need to know in order to teach a song and how to create a plan to make that “magic” happen. You can listen to that … Continued
We Thank Thee O God for a Prophet – Digital Bell Chart
Here is a bell chart to share done by a wonderful friend.
Bearing Testimony: effective ways to share with children-
The story of the anniversary of my Mom’s death As the anniversary of my mom’s death came this year, I had rolling waves of sadness and grief accompanied by off and on tears. for some reason, the hurt was deep. … Continued
How do I prepare for the Primary program?
Here is a checklist you can use to feel calm and collected as you prepare for your Primary to perform!
Heavenly Father Loves Me (Whenever I hear the song of a bird…)
One way to help children engage with visuals is to mix them up and have the children put them in order.
What does a firework display have to do with a Primary music time?
As I sat watching the fireworks explode in the sky above me, I thought of Primary music. (Of course!😁) The firework display was set to 4 different songs. In between each song, the sky went dark before that particular set … Continued
I Wonder When He Comes Again – Circle and Cross Out Activity
Circle and Cross Out is a good activity for older Primaries, since the kids had to know how to read. (If you have a combined primary, you could make the same activity for the younger kids but just use pictures … Continued
The Holy Ghost
Strong Beat…4/4…through form with 2 verses…2 long phrases of 16 beats 1. Simple Line Melody Map and Draw the song Younger: Draw this simple line melody map on the board before the activity. As you sing the song, draw these … Continued