Creating a Music Curriculum for Young Children
Montessori Music Workshop with Teacher’s Manual
Carolyn Lucento
THIS COURSE IS INCLUDED IN THE MUSIC BUNDLE
Craft a well-rounded music curriculum with this comprehensive Montessori album and video course.
Designed specifically for Montessori educators working with children aged 3-8, this course guides you through the creation and implementation of music experiences that are beneficial for a young child’s cognitive development.
Included in the course:
➤ Over three hours of informative and interactive instructional videos that dive deep into the importance of early music experiences and showcase over 40 Montessori-style lesson plans through engaging demonstrations.
➤ A Montessori Music Album - a comprehensive manual divided into two parts, offering extensive resources for educators to use in their own Montessori environments.
➤ Additional resources including templates for creating individualized follow-up activities, and visual aids to aid your teaching experience.
🔕Training on using the Montessori Bells is not included.
You can look forward to:
➤ Understanding the importance of early music experiences in children’s development.
➤ Learning how to integrate music activities seamlessly into your daily Montessori curriculum.
➤ Gaining confidence in implementing singing, movement, and instrument-playing activities that integrate well in the Montessori environment.
➤ Exploring how music can contribute to a positive environment, manage difficult behaviors, and lay the foundation for group congeniality.
By the end of this course, you will:
➤ Be able to plan daily early music activities that fit in with the Montessori year-long curriculum.
➤ Have a comprehensive Montessori-style music album/manual with rationale and dozens of lesson plans to refer back to in the future.
➤ Feel confident in your ability to implement engaging and successful music experiences.
Whether you’re looking for ways to enhance your existing curriculum or hoping to infuse more music into your Montessori setting, this course offers a wealth of resources and practical strategies to help you succeed.
A certificate of completion for 3 hours is provided. Learn more about certificates here.
This course is also included in the Music Bundle
Course Contents
- Montessori Music Workshop: Introduction to "Creating a Montessori Music Curriculum for Young Children" (11:30)
- Montessori Music Album (Teacher's Manual) Downloads
- Overview Of This Training Workshop and What It Covers
- Reasons for Creating A Montessori Music Curriculum & My Guidelines (5:10)
- "Strengthening Your Own Music Skills As A Montessori Teacher (6:54)
- "How Our Montessori Teaching Skills Support Our Rationale for Early Music Experiences (7:41)
- "Orff-Schulwerk Music Education for Young Children and the Montessori Environment" (3:54)
- "Preparing for Montessori Music in the Early Childhood Environment and Developing Your Rationale" (7:27)
- "My Own Rationale for Montessori Music and Examples" (6:30)
- Introduction to the Activity Lesson Plans (7:29)
- "Everyday Music 1: Circle Time, Group Management & Music" (6:46)
- "Everyday Music 2: Circle Time Greeting & Calendar Songs" (6:32)
- "Everyday Music 3: Favorite Songs and 'Musical Messages' " (8:16)
- "Movement on the Line" Activities from Album Section 1 (4:27)
- "Focused Listening Activities" Activities from Album Section 2 (6:11)
- "Singing" Activities from Album Sections 3 & 6 (6:43)
- "Managing Circle" Activities from Album Section 4 (29:11)
- "Basic Music Concepts" Activities from Album Section 5 (9:32)
- BONUS Lesson: Quality RHYTHM INSTRUMENTS (My Recommendations) (8:40)
- "Rhythm Band Games" Activities from Album Section 7 (6:57)
- "Introducing Music Notation" Activities from Album Section 8 (6:47)
- "Music Appreciation Tchaikovsky & Instrument Families of the Orchestra" from Album Section 9 (6:00)
- "Pitched Percussion Instruments of the Orchestra" from Album Section 10 (3:22)
- "Introduction & Overview of the Montessori Brass Bells" from Album Section 10 (10:24)
- "Example First Lessons with Montessori Brass Bells" from Album Section 10 (6:32)
- "Connecting Music to the Curriculum: Rainforest Musical Story" from Album Section #11 and CONCLUSIONS! (3:13)
- Request Certificate
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this course included in the Music Bundle?
Yes! This is one of several music and movement courses included in the Music Bundle. If you already purchased the Music Bundle, you already have access to this course. Learn more about the Music Bundle here.
When does the course start and finish?
This is a self-paced course. Once you sign up, you can watch the videos and complete the suggested activities at your own pace. We recommend that you allow yourself at least one week per module. You have access to the course for one year. (Want lifetime access? Buy the Music Bundle!)
Is this course appropriate for parents?
This course is suitable for anyone interested in teaching music to young children. Whether you are a parent, classroom teacher, music teacher, or anyone else, this is a great course for you! All are welcome.
Is this a live course?
No. This course consists of pre-recorded video lectures and downloadable resources. You may view the videos as many times as desired at your convenience for at least one year.
Will I receive a Certificate of Attendance?
You can get a certificate of attendance by request. You will need to fill out a feedback form. You will receive a PDF certificate via email. We recommend confirming with your local licensing agency prior to registering if you are relying on having the certificate approved.
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