Much of what I know has been graciously shared with me by colleagues and mentors. Learning from others has helped me find activities and resources that provide successful opportunities for meaningful learning. I believe it is important to collaborate, as it can help education evolve and better meet the needs of our students. The resources and lesson plans below have been especially successful in my classroom, and may be successful in yours as well!

Michigan Arts Education Instruction & Assessment (MAEIA)

MAEIA is a partnership between the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) and music educators. Developed by the Michigan Assessment Consortium (MAC) and Data Recognition Corporation (DRC), MAEIA strives to provide quality resources in dance, music, theater, and visual arts. It has a large emphasis on lessons and activities with effective and viable assessment opportunities. This is an incredible resource because it is developed in partnership with both the experience of music teachers as well as nation-wide music organizations.

GIA Publications

Repertoire and resources from this publication are highly effective in any music education setting. I use the Jump Right In! Series frequently in my classroom, both for general and instrumental curriculums.

Elementary General Music

An incredible website that includes repertoire, lessons, activities, and assessments for grades PreK-6.
Explore the world using this amazing collection of songs and activities.
Check out this amazing research-based curriculum for young learners!

Recorder and Ukuleles, Oh My!

Both instruments can play an important role in the general music curriculum.
​Click on an instrument for more information and learning activities.

Sample Lesson Plans

Here are some elementary general music activities that have worked for me!
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Charlie Brown - Linus and Lucy
Notation Reading
Partner Songs
Peter and the Wolf (K-1)
Rhythm Composition
Twinkle Twinkle (K-1)

Secondary
​Music

Calling all bassoonists! Check out this helpful resource that focuses on learning and understanding bassoon excerpts.

Try These!

Cool Videos

Check out online videos that use music in different ways!
Music Games

For all musicians, try these online resources that help you learn music skills, from naming instruments to music theory skills!
Sing Along for Kids

Sing along to songs we sing in elementary music class and more!
Mystery Songs

Can you figure out the names of these songs, using only music notes?

TikTok Challenges

Try these trends and challenges that improve your musicianship and theater skills.

Want to contact Ms. Ouellette?

Emily Ouellette
​Choir, Drama, and General Music Teacher
American Overseas School of Rome

email
eouellette@aosr.org
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phone
+39 06 334381​

address
Via Cassia, 811, 00189 Roma RM, Italy