Activities for Teaching Repertoire

Engine No.9 – Storybook

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Beautifully illustrated poem about a train and all the things it passes on its route.

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Stephanie Calmenson

Stephanie Calmenson’s books have been called “marvelous” (Publishers Weekly), “lyrical” (School Library Journal), “hilarious” (School Library Journal), “sweet, funny, and right on the mark” (Booklist). With over 100 books to her credit, she writes for babies, toddlers, elementary school kids and, for all ages, books about dogs.

Her picture books include the beloved classic DINNER AT THE PANDA PALACE, a PBS Storytime Book; HOW TO CHEER UP A FRIEND; MAY I PET YOUR DOG?; DOZENS OF DACHSHUNDS; and OODLES OF POODLES AND DOODLES.

Early chapter books include the OUR PRINCIPAL series and, written with Magic School Bus author Joanna Cole, THE ADVENTURES OF ALLIE AND AMY series.

A former teacher and children’s book editor, Stephanie feels privileged to have found work that brings together her love of children, language, and laughter.

The goal of our content is to support you sharing your musicianship with the students. We highly recommend that you practice the songs and games we prepped for you before class. When you click on the icon of a song within the app, it will seamlessly transport you to the notation of that particular song on Beth’s Notes. Happy exploring and making beautiful music with your students!

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