Music for special kids : musical activities, songs, instruments and resources / Pamela Ott.
| Author/creator | Ott, Pamela |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | London ; Philadelphia : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2011. |
| Description | 192 pages : illustrations, music ; 25 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Singing. Increasing self esteem through music and musical activities ; Hello songs ; Omitting words or sounds in a song ; Replacing words with syllables or sounds in familiar songs ; Nonsense songs ; Call and response songs ; Songs to teach academic concepts ; Adapting familiar songs ; Sing and read books ; Song cards -- Song games -- Playing instruments. Gathering drum ; Autoharp ; Paddle drums ; Keyboard ; Boomwhackers ; Handbells ; Q-chord ; Xylophone or Glockenspiel -- Creating your own rhythm bag. Cabasa ; Egg shakers ; Ocean drum ; Rainstick ; Finger castanets ; Cowbell ; Guiro ; Claves ; Triangle ; Rhythm sticks ; Wrist bells ; Maracas ; Tambourine -- Instrument games -- Rhythm activities. Individual note cards ; Rhythm worksheets -- Using music to identify feelings and emotions -- Moving to music. Structured movement songs ; Movement and action songs and activities ; Free movement songs and activities -- Learning musical concepts -- Quiet time activities. Music for relaxation ; Relaxation exercises -- Sheet music. |
| Abstract | Packed with inspiring tips, activities, and song ideas, this practical resource will have everybody singing, clapping, and playing along! It explains simple and fun ways of using songs, instruments, and musical games to connect with children of all levels of ability, and includes helpful rhythm worksheets and sheet music. There is a wide range of suggestions for songs and activities that encourage communication, increase self-esteem, stimulate fine and gross motor skills and motor coordination, and promote relaxation. |
| ISBN | 9781849058582 |
| ISBN | 184905858X |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music | Music Stacks | ML3920 .O87 2011 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |