World Music for the Elementary Class

Engage children with folk dances from around the world and bring along your parachute, bean bags, and rhythm sticks while you dance, move, and play to multicultural music and guided action songs. Using the

This is the 2014 edition of the original 1992 collection of 21 of Peter and Mary Alice Amidon's favorite traditional singing games from the United States and the British Isles. Included are tips on teaching

Capture the spirit of calypso, zydeco, bossa nova, gospel, jigs, jazz and more with this unique collection of global rhythm styles. Each ensemble includes 3 to 4 rhythm parts for classroom percussion

This versatile collection is a wonderful compilation of traditional and Anglo/American dances. The dances can be done by all ages and are intended to help build respect and confidence through longways,

This collection follows Chimes of Dunkirk, and the music is interchangeable. Features include a chapter on composing dances, and a brief introduction on calling dances. A glossary, tune

This teaches 20 traditional square, circle, longways, and contra dances. These dances are drawn from the folk traditions of North America and the British Isles. Each section begins with a description of the

The rhythms and dances of Guinea, West Africa spring to life in this multimedia collection. More than just a drumming book, this method immerses teachers and students in traditional West African music,

This is a collection of 31 children's songs and games from Scotland, selected, transcribed and annotated by Dr. Susan Brumfield. Beautifully illustrated with rare photos from the past, along with the fresh

From Latin America to the Philippines, discover a diverse sampling of musical heritages with this global collection of songs, articles and activities for the music classroom and beyond. Experience authentic

This new book and playalong CD supplements the original World Music Drumming curriculum. The pieces expand the drumming spectrum to include West African and Caribbean drum ensembles with songs and

Timbales! Mbira! Shofar! This is an enjoyable collection of collaborative learning games for your students to discover and identify folk instruments from around the world. This will help students with tone

This is a unique collection of 38 songs and singing games from 23 distinct cultures, featuring an overview of each culture, notes on each song, original language with transliteration, pronunciation and