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Outdoor Music Ideas

As the warmer months are approaching, here are some activities you can do with your students while enjoying the outdoors!
 
Skipping songs are a great outdoor activity to add to your lessons. You can find a collection of these in Units > Dance & Move > Skipping Songs or by clicking the link here: Skipping Songs on MPO

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Goin' on a Melody Hunt!

If you're looking for some Easter fun, you can find activities in our Easter Unit on MusicplayOnline by going to Units > Festivals & Holidays > Easter or by clicking the link here: Easter UnitIn this unit you will find Easter and rabbit related songs, Easter composition activities, listening activities, and fun hunting games. 
 
The Rhythm and Melody hunt is a great egg hunt-style activity to add in your lesson! 

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Jazz History on MusicplayOnline

Dive into the world of jazz music on MPO! Learn about the history of jazz or check out John Jacobson's musical revue, Razzamajazz in our Units section. Find our Blues Cats and Jazz Cats resources in the Instruments > Recorder section for additional options and opportunities for your students to improvise! 
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Black History Month Resources on MusicplayOnline

This unit offers wonderful resources to celebrate the lives, work, achievements and contributions of Black Americans and Canadians to our countries' histories and cultures in your classroom. Explore singing games, choral pieces, listening selections, and spiritual songs. Additionally, discover videos and activities featuring Scott Joplin, resources for "Lift Every Voice and Sing," and further content on notable Black American and Canadian musicians and composers. Check out what we have by going to Units > Festivals & Holidays or clicking the link here: Black History Month Unit

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