Christmas Teaching Tools What makes Christmas such a special
time of year? There is magic in the air! It is a time filled
with possibility, wonder and excitement. No matter where you
look, there is something special. Decorations, twinkling lights,
falling snow…and music is everywhere. Using music in the
classroom is a powerful teaching tool. Songs stay with us.
Sometimes for years, or even an entire lifetime. Some of the
most classic songs are those associated with the holiday season.
Young children and emerging speakers may struggle with some of
the more complicated lyrics and concepts in these traditional
tunes and hymns. We wanted to make something special, just for
them. Songs that they can understand and sing along to. Songs
that are fun, playful and active. Songs that make them laugh and
smile. Christmas is also a great time to introduce a variety of
other topics. In addition to traditional holiday themes, it’s
easy to practice and review other basic language like counting,
action verbs, clothing, weath