Different Is Beautiful: "You Are Enough"
Join us for an interactive class where we celebrate inclusivity & the beauty of being different! We'll dive into the inspiring book "You Are Enough" by Margaret O'Hair, inspired by Sofia Sanchez, a remarkable young girl with Down syndrome.
Sing Create Play by Bella Ely
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What's included
1 live meeting
40 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade Preschool - 1
Beginner - Intermediate Level
⭐Welcome to S I N G C R E A T E P L A Y!⭐ We are an original educational organization dedicated to providing top-quality music education and social-emotional learning to young children. Through Sofia's story (who has Down syndrome), we'll discover that she is just like any other kid, and her journey teaches us the importance of including everyone. As we read, we'll enjoy the beautiful illustrations by Sofia Cardoso, which perfectly complement the powerful message that it's okay to be different. We'll explore the emotions that come with feeling different, like loneliness and fear, and learn that "being different is beautiful!" After the story, we'll have a discussion about what inclusion means at school and in our social activities. We'll brainstorm ways to include everyone and understand what true inclusion looks like. ~ Music and Movement: Inclusion Through Dance After reading the book, we will explore inclusion through dance and music. Children will learn a simple, inclusive dance routine that allows everyone to participate, regardless of their abilities. We’ll use songs that celebrate differences and promote togetherness. This active session encourages physical expression and teamwork. To wrap up our time together, we'll watch a special video message from Sofia Sanchez herself. ~ Empathy Exercise: Walking in Someone Else’s Shoes After reading the book, we’ll do an empathy exercise where children try to experience what it might feel like to have different abilities. We will be using blindfolds while drawing a picture. We’ll discuss their experiences and how these activities relate to the importance of inclusion and understanding. ~ Role-Playing: Practicing Inclusion We will then then engage in role-playing scenarios. Each scenario will depict a situation where a child might feel excluded, such as at a playground or during a game. Children will take turns acting out different roles and finding ways to include everyone. This activity helps develop empathy and practical skills for inclusive behavior. ~ Guest Speaker: Learning from Real-Life Stories To wrap up our time together, we'll watch a special video message from Sofia Sanchez herself. Remember, being different is beautiful!
Learning Goals
inclusivityempathy
Other Details
Learning Needs
🌟 This is an inclusive class. Children of all abilities and disabilities are welcome. Including ADHD, Autism, Emotional Learning Disabilities, & more. Contact us with any questions or concerns regarding your learner's needs!
Supply List
Learners will need: ⭐ space to move around ⭐ paper and drawing tools ⭐ a blindfold (or they could keep their eyes closed)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined September, 2021
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673reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
4 teachers have teaching certificates
Tennessee Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Ohio Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Wisconsin Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
⭐Welcome to S I N G C R E A T E P L A Y!⭐
We are an original educational organization dedicated to providing top-quality music education and social-emotional learning to young children.
With a keen understanding that learning cannot happen without a happy, relaxed, and confident mindset, we have developed a music curriculum designed for learners as young as 3 years old; our social-emotional curriculum teaches children strategies, tools and techniques to understand and manage their emotions.
Would you like your child to become more confident, have a high self-esteem and a positive attitude towards life-challenges? You’re in the right place! Our team of dedicated educators is committed to inclusivity, to nurturing a growth mindset and supporting children in their wandering of self-exploration. We build on children’s curiosity, their love for music, we help them find their true self, express their feelings in a safe way, and increase their confidence.
Join us now, on this incredible journey of self-discovery, creativity and personal growth!
Be the best of you, today! Shine Brightly!
T E A C H E R S :
BELLA ELY:
💫 Certified K-12 teacher
💫 Degree in Social Work
💫 20 years of experience in elementary, middle, & high school classroom settings
💫 Level 3 Diploma in Children's Psychology
💫 5+ years teaching specifically SEL
💫 4+ years teaching online
SOUMYA K.:
💫 Bachelor's degree in English Literature, Economics, and Home Science
💫 Master's degree in Medical and Psychiatric Social Work, Social and Organizational Psychology, Family and Child welfare, Family Life Education, Counseling
Professional Development:
💫 Family Constellation- 2023
💫 Emotional Literacy and Emotion Coaching - 2018
💫 Building and repairing relationships, Restorative approaches - 2017
💫 Building Resilience using CBT with Children and Young People - 1
💫 Mediation Skills - 2009
💫 Solution Focused Brief Therapy - 2007
KATIE C.:
💫Bachelor’s Degree specializing in K-12 General Music and 6-12 Choral Education
💫Social & Emotional Learning in Music Education (2021)
💫Culturally Responsive Teaching (2010)
💫Using Children’s LIterature in the Music Classroom (2011)
💫Orff Action: Enegerize Your Music Classroom (2011)
💫Orff Action: Groove Through the Year (2012)
💫Dalcroze Eurhhythmics and Music (2012)
MERIBETH H.:
💫Bachelor’s Degree from Marquette University in Elementary Ed (K-8) & Psychology (2014)
💫Responsive Classroom (2014), Emotional Trauma (2017)
💫Growth Mindset (2018)
💫Leader in Me (2018)
💫PBIS (2019), SEL (2019)
💫Trauma and/or Poverty impacted students (2019)
💫Cooperative Learning (2019)Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$14
per classMeets once
40 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-9
2-6 learners per class
