Transform Your Homeschool: Why the Revolutionary Music Lesson Calendar of the Month is Your Secret to an Unmatched Quality Music Education (E27)
Today I’d like to talk about a simple way to transform your homeschool. A few years ago I created an incredible and revolutionary resource that’s a game-changer for homeschoolers: It’s called the Music Lesson Calendar of the Month, and it’s your secret to an unmatched quality music education. If you’ve been looking for an easy and effective way to integrate music education into your homeschool curriculum, this is it.! Let’s break down why this resource is so beneficial and how it can revolutionize your homeschooling experience. And, find out why I’ll even go so far as to say that it’s all you need for music education in your elementary homeschool!
Convenience and Ease of Use
First, let’s talk about convenience and ease of use. The Music Lesson Calendar of the Month provides 20 daily 15-minute music lessons that you and your children can access with just a click every single month. No more extensive planning or preparation – this calendar makes it incredibly easy to fit music education into your busy homeschool routine.
Comprehensive Content
Next, the comprehensive content is impressive. Each lesson covers various aspects of music education, including composers, musical concepts, and famous compositions. The content is often tied to holidays or special days of the month, adding relevance and context to the learning experience. This makes the lessons not only educational but also timely and engaging.
High Quality of the Music Lesson Calendar of the Month
And, if you’re wondering what those music lessons are all about, they are music appreciation lessons created by me. Who am I to create music lessons? I’ve been a musician my entire life. I went to Baylor University and received my bachelor of music education degree there. Then, as I was teaching music in a public school, I was also working on my master’s degree and received it in vocal pedagogy (which is how to teach voice lessons). After that, I did training with Musikgarten to receive certification in early childhood music and movement. Then when I had my first child and decided to stay home to homeschool my children, I began teaching early childhood classes for babies through preschoolers out of my home. As my children grew, I began teaching music classes with our local children’s musical theater company called Christian Youth Theater (CYT) Chicago. I started directing musicals with them in 2016 and will be musical director for the 12th time this fall with the show Beauty and the Beast.
I started the website MusicinOurHomeschool.com in 2015 to help homeschoolers easily include a quality music education in their homeschools and have been creating music lessons and full courses ever since then. You can learn more about what music appreciation entails and why it’s a beneficial subject for all students in a few podcasts/blog posts before this one called “What Exactly is Music Appreciation and Why Take the Time to Include it in Your Homeschool?“ So, all that to say, my goal is to give you a high-quality lesson each time. Your kids will learn about great composers and musical compositions, great musicians, music from other countries, and ways to connect music to other subjects such as history, geography, science, and holidays.
Flexibility and No Preparation Needed
Flexibility is key in homeschooling, and the Music Lesson Calendar of the Month is designed to give you an average of one lesson per week! No, you do NOT have to do every single daily lesson! Pick the one lesson, or a couple, each week that look the most interesting to you, and do those! This flexible approach means you can adapt the program to fit your schedule and needs without feeling pressured to complete the whole thing. It’s about consistency, not perfection.
Oh, and all you have to do is click and go! No prep is needed at all, unless you’d like to do one of the optional printable activities (then all you’d have to do is print it), or an optional cooking or craft activity that’s included with the World Music course lessons.
Diverse Topics in the Music Lesson Calendar of the Month
Now, let’s explore the diverse topics covered in this homeschool music education style. The Music Lesson Calendar of the Month includes a wide range of musical subjects, ensuring a well-rounded education. From studying famous composers to understanding musical concepts and exploring seasonal music activities, there’s something to keep every student interested. You’ll relate music to culture, geography, history, and more!
Structured Learning
One of the standout features is the structured learning Music Lesson Calendar of the Month provides. You get a format with a clear structure for music education throughout the month, helping you as a busy homeschooler stay on track and ensuring consistent exposure to important musical concepts.
Motivation and Progress-Tracking within the Music Lesson Calendar of the Month
Motivation and progress-tracking are built into the system. Kids can check off or put stickers on their completed lessons on the calendar, giving them a visual representation of their progress. This not only encourages continued engagement but also helps them see how much they’ve learned over time.
Suitable for All Ages
What makes this resource even more versatile is that it’s suitable for all ages. Even though it’s specifically created for elementary-aged students, many families with preschoolers through high schoolers use it and report back that their children of all ages enjoy the lessons. That means that the Music Lesson Calendar of the Month caters to a broad age range, making it perfect for families with children at different stages.
No Prior Musical Knowledge Necessary for the Homeschool Parent or Teacher
If you are a homeschool parent or teacher who knows nothing about music or how to teach music, you might be concerned that this approach would be difficult for you, but let me assure you that I created the music lessons with you in mind! No prior musical knowledge is needed. All you have to do is read and do the lesson alongside your student, and you’ll learn, too!
What Else is Included with the Music Lesson Calendar of the Month?
Now, I want to tell you where the music lessons included in the Music Lesson Calendar of the Month come from. The lessons are all chosen from seven of my most popular online music courses. In the Basic Tier of the Music in Our Homeschool Plus membership, you get the Music Lesson Calendar of the Month and full access to all seven of these courses!
- World Music:
- Overview: Introduces students to the music of 65 different cultures and countries around the world.
- Features: Engaging videos, listening activities, and hands-on projects.
- Benefits: Encourages cultural awareness and appreciation of diversity through music.
- American Music for Elementary:
- Overview: Covers the history and development of music in the United States from the 1700s through the present day in 36 lessons.
- Features: Lessons focused on notable American composers and musicians and a variety of musical styles.
- Benefits: Helps students understand the rich musical heritage of the United States.
- Learn Classical Music with Cartoons:
- Overview: 44 Lessons that use cartoons to make classical music and composers accessible for kids and adults of all ages.
- Features: Animated videos are paired with classical music pieces and also include an optional movement activity.
- Benefits: Engages children with visual and auditory learning.
- Intro to Musicals:
- Overview: Introduces students to musical theater and 11 different musicals
- Features: Highlights popular musicals, key songs, and history.
- Benefits: Cultivates an appreciation for theater arts.
- 15-Minute Music Lessons:
- Overview: 20 short, focused lessons on a variety of music topics such as a cappella music, different instruments such as the harp, and famous compositions such as Pachelbel’s Canon in D.
- Features: Designed for quick integration into daily routines, includes optional printables and online quizzes.
- Benefits: Perfect for busy homeschool schedules.
- State Songs of the 50 U.S. States:
- Overview: Teaches the 50 official state songs, a variety of fun songs associated with each state, and interesting state facts.
- Features: Includes lyrics, history, and significance.
- Benefits: Enhances knowledge of U.S. geography and history, connecting music education with these other subject areas.
- Music for Holidays & Special Days:
- Overview: 53 themed music lessons centered around holidays and special days such as Talk Like a Pirate Day and Dr. Seuss Day.
- Features: Seasonal songs, historical contexts, and activities.
- Benefits: Makes learning fun and festive.
All of these courses are designed to be user-friendly, requiring no prior musical knowledge from parents. They provide a structured, yet flexible way to introduce and sustain music education in your homeschool. Each course is available as a separate purchase and would cost a total of $363. But, you get all of them, along with the curated Music Lesson Calendar of the Month, for only $19/month. It’s a no-brainer! Or, choose the annual option, and it’s only $15.83/month! That’s less than $4 a week!
Conclusion for Music Lesson Calendar of the Month:
I think you’ll agree that the Music Lesson Calendar of the Month, truly stands out as a resource that removes barriers to music education. It’s accessible, comprehensive, high quality, affordable, and adaptable, making it a perfect addition to any homeschool curriculum. Head over to join the Basic Tier of Music in Our Homeschool Plus right now so you can add the Music Lesson Calendar of the Month to your homeschool starting tomorrow!
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