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June 25, 2024
Stephanie Leavell
6 Ways To Use Scarves With Kids!

A prop I particularly love are movement scarves. Movement scarves are a versatile tool for engaging children in fun and creative movement.

6 Ways To Use Scarves With Kids!
June 18, 2024
Stephanie Leavell
Lemonade, Lemonade: A Summer Fingerplay Song ...

Lemonade, Lemonade is a step-by-step fingerplay song about making this refreshing summery sweet treat!

Lemonade, Lemonade: A Summer Fingerplay Song For Kids
May 28, 2024
Stephanie Leavell
Songs About Kindness For Preschool and ...

If you are teaching kids about kindness in your classroom or therapy sessions and need some song ideas, keep reading for some of my favorite children’s songs about kindness.

Songs About Kindness For Preschool and Kindergarten
December 12, 2023
Stephanie Leavell
Say Hello: A Movement-Based Hello Song For Kids!

Say Hello (from your head to your toes) incorporates a lot of structured movement and also provides a "boogie break", which is the perfect opportunity for kids to engage in creative movement.

Say Hello: A Movement-Based Hello Song For Kids!
Stephanie Leavell
May 16, 2025

Songs To Get Through The Last Few Weeks Of School And Wrap Up the Year with Ease

Stephanie Leavell
May 16, 2025
Songs To Get Through The Last Few Weeks Of School And Wrap Up the Year with Ease

This blog post is here to help you make it to the finish line with joy, creativity, and a little less stress. I’ve curated a list of fun, meaningful, and easy-to-integrate songs that can breathe new life into your lesson plans during these final weeks.

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Stephanie Leavell
April 26, 2025
Music for Preschoolers

Banana Music Lesson Plan For Preschool & Kindergarten

Stephanie Leavell
April 26, 2025
Music for Preschoolers
Banana Music Lesson Plan For Preschool & Kindergarten

A banana music lesson plan!

Tagged: Lesson Plans, preschool, songs for preschoolers, songs for kindergarten

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Stephanie Leavell
March 24, 2025

Empowering Songs About Self-Love For Kids

Stephanie Leavell
March 24, 2025
Empowering Songs About Self-Love For Kids

Music can serve as a powerful tool to boost self-esteem, encourage positive self-talk, and affirm one’s intrinsic worth.

Stephanie Leavell
February 11, 2025

Bear Hug: A Sensory Song to Foster Self-Love and Confidence in Kids

Stephanie Leavell
February 11, 2025
Bear Hug: A Sensory Song to Foster Self-Love and Confidence in Kids

"Bear Hug" is a calm and affirming sensory song designed to encourage kids to embrace self-love and confidence.

Stephanie Leavell
February 10, 2025

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Music: Free Printables For Your Music Group or Music Therapy Session!

Stephanie Leavell
February 10, 2025
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Music: Free Printables For Your Music Group or Music Therapy Session!

Featuring lyrics of some of my most popular songs: KIND, It’s A Good Day, Bear Hug, Grateful Heart and I Can Do Things, these resources are a lovely addition to your lesson plan, great as extension activities and for spreading a little love through music.

Stephanie Leavell
January 31, 2025

It’s Snowing Outside: A Fun Winter Song to Get Kids Moving!

Stephanie Leavell
January 31, 2025
It’s Snowing Outside: A Fun Winter Song to Get Kids Moving!

With winter’s chill in the air, I wanted to create a song that gets kids moving and helps them embrace the joy of snowy days and cold weather."It's Snowing Outside" is a scarf and movement song designed to be an interactive experience that brings the magic of snow and winter play to life.

Stephanie Leavell
January 6, 2025

Winter Songs For Kids

Stephanie Leavell
January 6, 2025
Winter Songs For Kids

Winter is a time for gathering, celebrating, and sharing music that reflects the magic of the season. I'm thrilled to share 7 winter-themed songs with you, which have quickly become a favorite among music educators, music therapists and families.

Stephanie Leavell
December 1, 2024

Music For Kiddos' 2024 Gift Guide For Music Therapists & Music Educators

Stephanie Leavell
December 1, 2024
Music For Kiddos' 2024 Gift Guide For Music Therapists & Music Educators

Looking for gift ideas for a music therapist in your life? Are you a music therapist looking for inspiration for things to add to your wishlist? Wanting a list with gift options for your loved ones to choose from? We got you!


Stephanie Leavell
October 15, 2024

I Love Halloween: A Halloween Movement Song For Kids!

Stephanie Leavell
October 15, 2024
I Love Halloween: A Halloween Movement Song For Kids!

“I Love Halloween” is a Halloween movement song that highlights different common Halloween costumes!

Stephanie Leavell
October 1, 2024

Falling Leaf: A Fall Movement Song For Kids!

Stephanie Leavell
October 1, 2024
Falling Leaf: A Fall Movement Song For Kids!

Bring the magic from fall leaves to your classroom by having your students pretend to be leaves that fall to the ground and come back into the air, moving between active movement and resting. A great movement song choice to use this fall with your kiddos is our song “Falling Leaf”!

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Hello! I’m Stephanie Leavell, the creator of Music for Kiddos, a mom to a spunky young daughter, a seasoned performer, an experienced music educator, and a board certified music therapist who is passionate about using music to help kids succeed.

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