To help your students welcome The Year of the Ox, Aimee Curtis Pfiztner has shared some wonderful lesson ideas inspired by her travels and based on the children's book Dim Sum for Everyone.

The board members of ACEMM are hoping to spread a little bit of love with lesson ideas inspired by the beautiful book, “While We Can’t Hug,” by Eoin McLaughlin.

Roger Sams shares a collection of favorite music lessons using easily sanitized instruments that are perfect for teaching in person or remotely.

As a typical “Type A” music educator, and one who has ADHD to boot, these are words that have been DEVASTATING to me in the not so far away past. And because I am a human being, sometimes I am going to fail. How I choose to respond to that failure makes all the difference…

Our students need human connection now more than ever. K Michelle Lewis explores how drum circles can help meet children’s social and emotional needs.

Kris developed this project with her band class based on the show "The Masked Singer." This has wonderful possibilities for upper elementary and can be used with a wide variety of songs or projects you may already be working on.

In this time of uncertainty, our students may feel a bit lost in the shuffle of adults who are preoccupied with many concerns and worries. Matthew Stensrud created this touching lesson to remind each and every child that they are important.

Roger and Michelle offer their best wishes to you, our Teaching With Orff family, and each share their personal focus for finding meaning and connection this Thanksgiving season. We are thankful for you and the beautiful work you do in the world!