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Fun and Strum Ukulele for Young Children

In this interactive ongoing class for beginner ukulele learners, we will talk about music FUNdamentals, learn basic strumming and basic 4 chords while playing nursery rhymes and even some easy pop songs.
Sing Create Play by Bella Ely
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1 live meeting
25 mins in-class hours per week

Class Experience

US Grade Pre-Kindergarten - 2
Beginner Level
⭐⭐WELCOME TO SING CREATE PLAY ⭐⭐

👉 Join me in singing and playing nursery rhymes and children’s songs by learning how to strum different rhythm patterns & hold chords.  We will play easy songs with simplified chords C Major, C7, Am (A minor), F Major, G7. Learners can ask questions, play rhythmic games, answer questions, practice songs at different speeds, and learn to play the ukulele songs below.
 
👉 For absolute beginners or those at a beginner level.  

👉 Each class focuses on a simple strumming pattern, and then we will practise the chords for each song. 

👉 Learners are welcome to come and go as our classes do not build in curriculum.

~ Please send us a message before the course starts if we need to adapt our class to any specific needs of your learner and their learning style. This way, we make sure we provide the best experience for our families!


          C O U R S E     O U T L I N E
- we start by listening to the first part of the song we will learn for the class;
- we will revisit some basics;
- practise the strumming pattern for the new song;
- learn/practise the chords we need for the new song;
- play the first verse together;
- each learner can play the verse for us;
- continue learning the song. 


                                      🎼   >>>> Songs We Will Learn <<<<     🎼

♪ September 2nd - "I Hear Thunder" - C Chord
♪ September 9th  - "The Ants Go Marching" - Am chord
♪ September 16th  - "We Are the Dinosaurs" - strumming Down - tap
♪ September 23rd  -  "Hot Cross Buns" - F chord
♪ September 30th -  "Baby Shark" - F chord

♪ October 7th - "Going to the Zoo" F & C7
♪ October 14th  - "The Wheels On The Bus" F & C7
♪ October 21st - "The More We Get Together" - F & C7
♪ October 28th  - "Ten Little Flowers"

♪ November 4th- "Hush Little Baby" F & C7
♪ November 11th - "I Love Summer" C Chord
♪ November 18th  - "You are My Sunshine'' C & F
♪ November 25th -   "Little Cabin In The Woods" F & C

 ♪ December 2nd -  "We Will Rock You" - Am Chord
 ♪ December 9th -  "B-I-N-G-O" - Chords C, F, Am
♪ December 16th -   "I Wish I Were A Bunny" F & C7
♪ December 23rd  - "Walking, Walking" C Chord
♪ December 30th - "Apples and Bananas" - F & C7

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🎵 P L E A S E   N O T E 🎵

*This is a class for children who are beginner ukulele players and want to try a class and see if they enjoy playing. The class is a mixture of direct teaching and exploring the instrument, as well as learning basic ukulele playing and music fundamentals.

**The songs will be repeated from the beginning once the class plays all the songs listed.

****Please message me before enrolling if you are concerned about the level of your child.

-  Please make sure you tune your ukulele before class, as we will not discuss tuning in this class.

-  Please know that your child can jump in at any point to attend this class. It is a very flexible course and they will benefit whenever they join! This class will meet the needs of each type of learner, that includes kinaesthetic, visual and auditory. For best results in seeing success with learning new songs is practising the chord transitions during class and outside it.

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!
Pre-Requisites
- Please make sure you tune your ukulele before class as we will not discuss tuning in this class. - After you enrol your learner, there is a link to a Youtube Video in the classroom welcoming message. It explains how to tune your ukulele.
Supply List
Hi Everyone!

Welcome to my ukulele class where we will strum your favourite songs and nursery rhymes!

Please check out my tips for a great class:

→ Learners can use a pick, but it is not compulsory; I actually recommend the use of fingers for strumming/picking.

→ Please make sure you position the learners, so I can see their BOTH hands when playing, head to the waist, in a well-lit room. The young learner can sit on the floor, with their legs crossed. If they are joining from an iPad/laptop, they can also be on the floor or a little stool, it can point straight or downwards.

→ Please feel free to send me a message if you have any questions or concerns.

♪ The teacher will provide the songs and other files (strumming and chord sheets);
♪ Students can have a soprano ukulele, concert or tenor ukulele.
♪ Tuner App 
♪ Please make sure you tune your ukulele before class as we will not discuss tuning in this class.

Please feel free to send me a message if you have any other questions.

I am looking forward to meeting you in class soon!

Kind regards,
~Katie
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Tennessee Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Meribeth Heitbrink
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Bella Ely
Ohio Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Carmen Collins
Colorado Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Holli Nelson
Wisconsin Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
Katie Campbell
T E A C H E R S

OLIVIA GREENE:
💙 Bachelor’s Degree in Music with an Outside Field in Psychology (Music Therapy)
💙 Classically and professionally trained in clarinet with additional experience playing piano, guitar, and ukulele
💙 Experience working with children with a variety of learning styles and behavioral disorders
💙 Experience getting to know children personally in order for them to feel safe and become successful 
💙 Experience as a K-5 Music Teacher
💙 Believes in creating a classroom culture built on respect and equity
💙 Trained in: Project Based Learning and Orff Level 1 Certified
💙 4+ years teaching in public schools
💙 4+ years teaching online

SARAH GEENENS:
💜 Bachelor's Degree in Sociology, Psychology and Early Childhood Development
💜 Experience working with children with dyslexia, ADHD and selective mutism.
💜 Experience leading various programs within schools including ensembles and choirs
💜 Experience as a Reading Interventionist and Third Grade, Music and Art Teacher
💜 Experience with 21+ years of voice, 11+ years of piano, 9+ years of ukulele, and 7+ years of guitar
💜 Believes in valuing children’s creativity and self-expression through their mastery of instruments and finding their voice
💜 4+ years teaching in private schools
💜 2+ years teaching online


XIOMARA EZELL (aka ZIZI):
💙 Currently pursuing a Music Degree
💙 Experience creating custom guitar tracks
💙 Experience developing immersive music workshops, programs and camps
💙 Experience guiding children through the use of encouragement, creativity and passion to establish confidence
💙 Experience working with diverse and dynamic learners to create personalized curriculum
💙 Experience as a Teacher’s Assistant, Coach, and Collaborator for young musical learners
💙 Believes in creating a supportive and comfortable learning environment for all learners
💙 4+ years teaching guitar to all ages in various settings, including online


BELLA ELY:
💜 Creator and Founder of Sing Create Play
💜 Degrees in: Teaching (K-12), Social Work and Level 3 Diploma in Children's Psychology
💜 Experience incorporating auditory, visual and action based activities alongside music within the Sing Create Play curriculum to create an inclusive environment to help children immerse themselves in their learning 
💜 Personal and professional experience working with children with various learning styles and neurodivergent learners including: ADHD, autism, and dyslexia
💜 Trained in: Understanding Behaviour as Communication: A Therapeutic Approach, Tips & Tools to Manage Anger, Understanding Autism, Mindfulness for Daily Living, Understanding Anxiety, Classroom Behaviour Management, NLP Diploma in Life Coaching and Effective Communication Techniques for Teachers
💜 20+ years teaching in K-12 classroom settings
💜 5+ years teaching SEL specifically
💜 4+ years teaching online



KATIE CAMPBELL:
💜 Bachelor’s Degree in K-12 General Music & 6-12 Choral Education
💜 Experience organizing a variety of activities including choir, musical theater and student concerts
💜 Experience working with children with a variety of learning styles and highlighting their strengths through an individualized approach
💜 Experience creating an enriching learning environment through her understanding of the transformative power of music
💜 Believes in a holistic approach allowing students to build their confidence and become empathetic individuals
💜 Trained in: SEL Music Education, Culturally Responsive Teaching, Using Children’s LIterature in the Music Classroom, Orff Action, Dalcroze Eurhythmics and Music
💜 16+ years teaching in public schools
💜 2+ years teaching online


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weekly
1x per week
25 min

Completed by 26 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 4-7
2-5 learners per class

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