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Becca's Music Room

Becca's Music Room

Written by: Becca Davis
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Elementary music can be a lonely job. Music specialists are typically the only ones in the building that teach music. Without someone to talk to, it is difficult to come up with lesson ideas, deal with classroom management, and just know what to do. My name is Becca, and I am an elementary music teacher. I am here to help other elementary music teachers feel confident and excited to teach their students. Between lesson plans, teaching inspiration, and practical tips to improve your elementary music classroom, you will feel ready to take on the classroom!I can't wait to chat!© 2026 Becca's Music Room
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  • I changed this one thing about teaching rhythm and the kids FINALLY understand
    May 5 2026

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    Get FREE Music lessons: https://mailchi.mp/12c5827aecfa/beccasmusicroom

    Take the Increasing Engagement with Centers course: https://beccasmusicroom.teachable.com/p/increasing-engagement-with-centers-for-elementary-music


    Happy teaching!
    Becca


    //IN THIS VIDEO

    How I teach rhythm video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X2eUtjV7Zu4&t=763s
    Shape rhythm lesson pack: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Shape-Rhythms-Music-Math-STEAM-Lesson-for-1st-Grade-Rhythm-Introduction-13064602?utm_source=BMR%20Youtube&utm_campaign=new%20rhythm%20reading%20video
    Shape rhythm video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L0rcVaFIGPA&t=10s
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    Counter boxes: https://amzn.to/4u89Q4l

    0:00 Timestamps
    1:20 what I used to do
    2:20 the problem
    4:15 this has helped
    4:48 how I teach rhythm
    5:00 prepping rhythm
    10:35 introducing rhythm
    13:00 beaming together



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    17 mins
  • What to do NOW to Prep for the End of the Year
    Apr 21 2026

    Get FREE Music lessons: https://mailchi.mp/12c5827aecfa/beccasmusicroom

    Take the Increasing Engagement with Centers course: https://beccasmusicroom.teachable.com/p/increasing-engagement-with-centers-for-elementary-music


    Happy teaching!
    Becca


    //IN THIS VIDEO

    Solfege digital games: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/beccas-music-room?search=digital%20solfege&utm_source=BMR%20Youtube&utm_campaign=EOY%20Prep%20video
    Quiet music lessons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0QlywyW0xQs&pp=0gcJCdkKAYcqIYzv
    Lessons for when you need a minute: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ouINeKvdXg&t=860s
    Write the room video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eZtAjFiGocA
    Write the room freebie: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Spring-Rhythm-Write-the-Room-for-Quarter-Eighth-Notes-7926973?utm_source=BMR%20Youtube&utm_campaign=EOY%20Prep%20video
    Color by note solfege: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Spring-Color-by-Note-Worksheets-BUNDLE-Solfege-coloring-sheets-print-go-7978074?utm_source=BMR%20Youtube&utm_campaign=EOY%20Prep%20video
    Color by note rhythm: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Ocean-Rhythm-Color-by-Note-Print-Go-Worksheets-BUNDLE-8045858?utm_source=BMR%20Youtube&utm_campaign=EOY%20Prep%20video
    Color by note treble clef: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Ocean-Treble-Clef-Staff-Color-by-Note-for-Elementary-Music-Class-8045870?utm_source=BMR%20Youtube&utm_campaign=EOY%20Prep%20video

    0:00 timestamps
    1:30 How many more rotations?
    3:58 Teach the big concepts
    4:54 Get grades in
    8:20 Plan some testing activities
    13:15 Print activities
    14:37 Lists for next year
    15:45 Enjoy every day


    //HELPFUL LINKS

    *MY BOOK: Happier Teacher Life: https://amzn.to/337t28M
    *Camera I use: https://amzn.to/35BS9Pc
    *Erin Condren (get $10 off when you create an account): https://www.erincondren.com/referral/invite/rebeccadavis-7580/1
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    //LET'S BE FRIENDS

    Blog: https://beccasmusicroom.com
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    Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BeccasMusicRoom
    Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/beccasmusicroom/
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    20 mins
  • Bee Bee Bumblebee Folk Chant + Game for Quarter and Eighth Notes
    Apr 8 2026

    Bee Bee Bumblebee lesson pack


    Support the music room: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1257851/support


    Get FREE Music lessons: https://mailchi.mp/12c5827aecfa/beccasmusicroom

    Take the Increasing Engagement with Centers course: https://beccasmusicroom.teachable.com/p/increasing-engagement-with-centers-for-elementary-music


    Happy teaching!
    Becca


    //IN THIS VIDEO
    Bee Bee Bumblebee lesson pack
    Bee puppet: https://amzn.to/4sGONVU
    Berlioz the Bear: https://amzn.to/4sxSAFv
    2 4 6 8 Meet Me at the Garden Gate video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rhzIL7DuFko
    2 4 6 8 Meet Me at the Garden Gate lesson pack


    0:00 timestamps
    0:43 Bee Bee Bumblebee
    1:23 The game
    3:30 Introducing rhythm
    5:30 Lesson extensions
    5:37 Flight of the Bumblebee
    5:57 Berlioz the Bear
    7:29 2 4 6 8 Meet Me at the Garden Gate


    //HELPFUL LINKS

    *MY BOOK: Happier Teacher Life: https://amzn.to/337t28M
    *Camera I use: https://amzn.to/35BS9Pc
    *Erin Condren (get $10 off when you create an account): https://www.erincondren.com/referral/invite/rebeccadavis-7580/1
    *Get one month of free ink with HP Instant Ink: http://try.hpinstantink.com/v6mcZ



    Want to get access to exclusive content? Sign up to join my FREE RESOURCE LIBRARY. Once you sign up, you can download and use any of the content in the library. New things are being added every few weeks, so make sure you check back for more FREE stuff! https://mailchi.mp/12c5827aecfa/beccasmusicroom



    //LET'S BE FRIENDS

    Blog: https://beccasmusicroom.com
    Teachers Pay Teachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beccas-Music-Room
    Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BeccasMusicRoom
    Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/beccasmusicroom/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beccasmusicroom/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beccasmusicroom

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