Download or read book Music through Children's Literature written by Donna Levene and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 1993-05-15 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Develop music appreciation among your students with folk songs, rhythmic poems, stories with musical themes, and picture books with strong musical links. Designed for teaching flexibility, these lessons can be adapted according to a teacher's level of musical proficiency and time limitations. Sections cover rhythm, melody, form, instruments, music history, and dance forms, with lively activities that involve singing, playing instruments, chanting, and movement. These are perfect for the nonmusician who is teaching music as well as the seasoned music specialist.