Find time-saving elementary music lesson plans using engaging songs, movement & activities.
Behind the Scenes in My Elementary Music Classroom
Body Shapes focus activity for first grade 
Frame drum playing rhythms and ostinati 
Playing elemental music on soprano xylophones in third grade 
Learning vocab for the National Anthem SSB with a partner 
A music center BINGO station 
Tubano drum circle with students on stools 
Peace Walk celebration with grade level dance presentation 
Puppet stage center for vocal exploration 
Bass xylophone playing for middle school 
Favorite props and accessories with headphones and dry erase sleeves 
Recorder practice in fourth grade 
small instrument and vertical storage in my elementary music classroom 
Spider craft for vocal exploration in kindergarten 
Tubano drum group activity 
Ukulele cart and drum storage ideas along wall 
Using parachute to show what we hear in music
What teachers are saying about Oodles of Music!
Personal Testimony from Jenny
I am SO incredibly thankful for Laura and the resources and videos provided through the Oodles of Music Newsletter.
Jenny Martin (Little Kiddos Music)
My daughter has an important appointment every week that’s requiring me to have a (non-musically inclined) sub for my elementary music classes every Tuesday through the end of the school year.
As music teachers, we all know the dread of figuring out sub plans like that. The Oodles of Music resources and videos have been a LIFE-SAVER! They are user friendly and musically valuable – I don’t have to worry about my Tuesday classes missing out on quality music lessons. Plus, I love getting to use them for my other classes throughout the week, too!
Seriously- THANK YOU, Laura!!!
Comments About Elementary Music Teacher Resources on Oodles
From Hanlie about How to Teach Kids to Play the Ukulele: “This is brilliant. Thanks for sharing.” July 13, 2023
From Susan about Easy to Use Evaluation Table for Teachers: “This artifacts and evaluation chart looks amazing. How do I download it so I have a copy to edit for myself please?” May 16, 2023
From Mary about Easy Ukukele Songs With G7: “Thank you so much for all of this – it’s my first year in elementary and I’m loving the uke curriculum!” January 12, 2023
Elementary Music Resources FAQs
What grade levels are Oodles of Music resources designed for?
Oodles resources, classroom insights, and lesson plans focus on K-8 because those grade levels are where I did most of my teaching in my 40 year career.
What if I’ve never taught using Orff barred instruments?
All lesson plans come with sequential, scaffolded, differentiated instructions to help those who are new to Orff and as a time-saver for those who have more experience.
Where can I find free elementary music lesson plans and presentation slide resources?
The Oodles of Music FREE Resource Library is full of free lesson plans ranging from Orff arrangements to BINGO games to concert how-to checklists.
Where can I find easy to teach Orff arrangements?
Most Oodles of Music Orff arrangement song resources are on TPT. They come in both Google Slides and PowerPoint formats
I’m a first year teacher and don’t know where to begin.
We all felt like this when we started and it just takes time. The place to begin is the “First Year Music Teacher Survival Guide and Tips” blog post where I cover everything to get you started, from curriculum and lesson planning, to room setup and beginning of the year routines and procedures.