Fundamental note values Â- quarter, half, dotted half, whole notes and rests Â- are introduced and reinforced with clever word combinations and practice pages. Students clap, tap and point to rhythms away from the piano during "Rug Time." Large notation is easy to read, and fun pictures correspond to concepts presented. Children count beats in the first unit. A CD is included to help parents practice with their children at home. Counting Made FUN goes with Note Reading Made FUN, Book 1.

This book teaches and reinforces notes in the Middle C position on the staff. New notes are introduced at a steady and comfortable pace using an animal theme, and then are frequently reviewed throughout the book. Each unit shows which pages to use in the Sing-Along Activity Books for easy correlation.

Book 3 continues teaching and reinforcing note reading with short, simple pieces using a systematic, sequential approach. Notes in the G positions, F position, and D position are introduced. Each unit uses an animal themeÂ-such as giraffes, cows, and ducksÂ-to correlate with the new note introduced. The lyrics are fun and informative!

This Sing-Along Activity Book introduces basic music symbols with short, easy songs. "Folk-style" tunes help students remember each term, and CDs make it easy to sing at home or in the car - a great review for consistent reinforcement. Theory Made FUN is used with Pre-Reading Made FUN, Starter Book and Note Reading Made FUN, Book 1.

Designed to build a solid foundation of early musical concepts and piano topography, students play and read music at a pace that is steady and comfortable. Using unique "keyboard pictures" that are easy to read, along with themed units, and play-along CDs Â- all making the process fun!

This Sing-Along Activity Book introduces basic music symbols with short, easy songs. "Folk-style" tunes help students remember each term, and CDs make it easy to sing at home or in the car - a great review for consistent reinforcement. Theory Made FUN is used with Pre-Reading Made FUN, Starter Book and Note Reading Made FUN, Book 1.

Simple, intuitive graphics make this book unique and user friendly. This innovative collection of technical exercises features four measure patterns that reinforce note reading and challenge students to play in an assortment of ways. Icons and check-off boxes encourage students to play with a rounded hand shape and varying tempos, dynamics, and touch. It is correlated with The Perfect Start for Note Reading, Book 2, or can be a companion to any beginning book. Fun and useful!

Students choose how to play short exercises (4 measures with a repeat) by checking a box under various icons. There are eight different icons that suggest variations in touch, dynamics, tempo, and use of the pedalÂ-always with a rounded-hand shape. Develops listening skills and reinforces the concept that the gesture creates the sound. Creativity is sparked when students combine icons together!

Eight units cover C Position and Treble C Position, gradually adding one new note per unit. The 24 pieces are one to two pages in lengthÂ-some with lyrics and some with alternate fingering suggested. Use of pedal, 8va, phrasing and staccato touch are incorporated in this easy-to-read book. Correlated with The Perfect Start for Note Reading, Book 2 this book is great for transfer students and general sight reading

The solo pieces teach students to play with artistry and expression and reinforce the positions used in the Note Reading book: G positions, F position, and D position. They are encouraged to Â"tell a storyÂ" through the music as they follow the many changes in dynamics, tempo, pedaling, articulation and octave shifts. Pieces are one to two pages in length; some have lyrics. Titles such as BernieÂ's Banana Tree, RockinÂ' Rhythm, and Waltz of the Giant Gorillas appeal to young musicians.