{"product_id":"ukulele-for-children-pk-5-method-books","title":"Ukulele for Children PK-5 Method Books","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFantastic method for the PK-5 classroom, music academies, home school, music therapy or beginners home use.  This colorful, creative guide will inspire young students or anyone to understand music and enjoy music making.  Great for home use by parents introducing uke to their children.  Adults too!\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e91414;\"\u003eFree Shipping (lower 48 US) PLUS Book Packs including Free Books\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe printed hard copy of Book A is ideal for young music students! There are 58 full color pages filled with songs, theory, and attractive illustrations. The wire coil binding makes it easy for little hands to place the book flat on a music stand or table.  It is extremely hands-on, with prompts for students to identify and circle key concepts in the songs, as well as theory questions with fill in the blank answers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents will take ownership of their book and their learning as they advance through the pages.  For teachers and students wishing to spend more time on a particular concept, there are additional resources that can be printed from the accompanying website. Companion audio tracks are also available for purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINNOVATIVE – what makes the Ukulele for Children method special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeyond Strum \u0026amp; Hum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe UFC method is written for linear (low-G) tuning (also includes notation for standard high G tuning). The songs were written for a ukulele with a\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ukuleleforchildren.com\/shop\/p\/mba6jqbzbqeyz1ekty0palewk7rxac\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e low fourth string\u003c\/a\u003e (linear) tuning in order to expand the melodic range. This enables the pitch to move from low to high just like other instruments that kids are already familiar with, introduces note positions on the treble staff that correspond with their physical placement on the instrument in a logical order that makes sense right away and allows for more duet parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough you can modify to learn\/teach the songs with re-entrant (high-G) tuning, switching out your 4th string to low-G is highly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMORE ABOUT BOOK A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe focus of Book A is the open strings, notes and chords that can be played on the second fret, and simple rhythm patterns.  From the beginning you will notice the child-centered approach; through the fun characters, short songs, repetition of concepts, hands-on activities, catchy accompaniment tracks, and attractive hand-drawn illustrations.  The scope and sequence of this book follow a pace that will provide exciting challenges but not discourage the young student. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe integration of each new concept while reinforcing already learned notes and skills allows teachers to build and differentiate their lessons to meet the needs of an individual student or a group setting.  The introduction of simple chord shapes and strumming allows teachers to add the extra challenge of singing and strumming once the student has mastered the melody picking.  It also fosters an environment for duet or ensemble playing and teaches the student to listen as they play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0467\/0350\/9662\/files\/5301_UFC_Book_B_IMG6_Sample.png?v=1712947362\" alt=\"\" width=\"308\" height=\"218\"\u003e            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0467\/0350\/9662\/files\/Christina_SMALL_1c08a9bf-27a1-4463-ad5a-bf9910af5c78.png?v=1712622186\" alt=\"\" width=\"186\" height=\"193\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWritten by Christina O’Brien with the help of James Hill with these goals in mind:\u003cbr\u003e- develop music literacy in young children\u003cbr\u003e- foster creativity while introducing music theory concepts\u003cbr\u003e- make music FUN\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDigital Class Packs and Ukulele\/UFC Bundles available.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook B available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpands and builds on the skills and concepts already learned in Book A. This printed hard copy\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eis perfect for young students as the wire coil binding ensures the book will sit flat on a music stand or table. The new repertoire in Book B teaches notes and chords on the first, second and third frets, major, minor and blues patterns, and some common chord progressions. The memorable characters are back as the child-centered approach continues with funny song lyrics, repetition of concepts, hands-on activities and reinforcement of proper technique. Book B\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003efollows a pace that will be intriguing and engaging, build a strong musical foundation and allow opportunities for differentiation if you are using it in a group setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor teachers and students wishing to spend more time on a particular concept, there are additional resources that can be printed from the accompanying website as well. Companion audio tracks are also available for purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eREVIEWS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreviously, I had used other books to aid in teaching 5 and 6 year old students, but felt they were lacking... Ukulele for Children is a book that covers the bases pedagogically - it explains concepts in a way that's age appropriate that children can easily understand. Children aren't just learning ukulele - they're learning music! The graphics are nicely laid out and the illustrations engaging. The early reception of this book from my students has been great - they really love the characters!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI wholly endorse this book for teaching early learners of not just the ukulele, but music!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudio Teacher - Manitoba\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI'm a music therapist also teaching ukulele to young learners. 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