Children in Grades K-2 explore music from the American Folk, Cuban, Greek, Chinese, and Indian traditions, plus Musical Theater, as they look at patterns in melody, rhythm, sound, movement, and lyrics. After an introductory unit for the year, each semester has three units and a concert.

The Teacher Guide includes the full Student Guide, plus Aims, Standards, and Teaching Instructions for each Unit. Also included are three Program Pathways; Creative Extensions; Musical Extensions; and options for students with special needs.

Children focus on how rhythm works in this two-semester curriculum that draws on Syrian, Mexican, Jazz, Balkan, Haitian, and Old-Time Swing music. The Teacher Guide includes the full Student Guide, plus Aims, Standards, and Teaching Instructions for each Unit.

Children in Grades 1 and 2 explore Colombian, Zulu, Indian, and classical music – plus African-American spirituals and yodeling – as they develop listening, singing, and composing skills. Each semester has three units and a concert. The Teacher Guide includes the full Student Guide, plus Aims, Standards, and Teaching Instructions for each Unit.

Credits for music and photos.