Session Proposals
| Presenter Information | |
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| Presenter Name | Melody Brooks |
| Presenter's Position | Music Teacher, Belvidere Elementary |
| Presenter's Short Biography | Melody Brooks is the General Music Teacher at Belvidere Elementary School in Grandview, Missouri. She holds a Master of Music in Choral Conducting from the University of Missouri–Kansas City Conservatory and a Bachelor of Music Education from Reinhardt University. Passionate about elementary music education, Melody is dedicated to creating engaging and meaningful musical experiences for young learners. Her interests include children's choir development, music literacy, and fostering a lifelong love of music through creative and student-centered instruction. |
| Presenter's Address | 3717 S Colonial Ct Independence, Missouri 64055-3979 Map It |
| Presenter's Phone | (762) 334-7613 |
| Presenter's Email | Email hidden; Javascript is required. |
| Will there be additional presenters for your session? | No |
| Session Information | |
| Session Title | Musical Storytelling: Connecting Music and Literacy in the Classroom |
| Session Description | In this session participants will explore strategies to pair beloved children’s books with rhythm, melody, and movement activities that enhance literacy and musical skills. Learn creative approaches for composing simple melodies, rhythms, and chants that make reading an immersive experience. These adaptable ideas will engage students, foster creativity, and seamlessly integrate music into language arts at a variety of different age levels. Participants will leave with ready-to-use lesson plans that turn storytelling into a musical experience. |
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| Is this a demonstration session? | No |
| Sponsorship | |
| Will your session be sponsored? | No |