The Fun Music Company

14/09/2026

If your classroom doesn't have a smart board, this one's for you!

Because we've built this curriculum assuming you might NOT have one.

Every activity comes fully written out step by step, with no screen required.

Here's how to teach a great lesson without any tech at all: https://funmusicco.com/no-smart-board-music-lessons/

04/09/2026

Are you ready to try some music theory with your classes this term?

Whether you're a complete newbie to teaching music theory or you've used other books and resources before, we're here to help you get started with a ready-to-use set.

We've got 50+ worksheets designed to get maximum results and keep things fun in your classes, while staying flexible so every student can work at their own level.

The best part? They're free. No opt-in, no hoops to go through.
Just click the link below to get started >> https://funmusicco.com/music-theory-worksheets/

26/08/2026

The world lost a true music legend overnight ~ Dolly Parton passed away at 80, after a career spanning more than six decades that touched nearly every corner of the globe.

She didn't just write songs. She gave generations a reason to fall in love with music again and again ~ and honestly, we will always love her for it.

She also built one of the most beloved legacies in children's literacy along the way, sending hundreds of millions of free books to kids through her Imagination Library.

It's no surprise so many educators have already been asking : "How do I bring this into my classroom this week?"

That's exactly what we want to help you do.

Because whether it's her music or any piece that moves your students, our simple 5-step approach to teaching music appreciation works for any song, any grade, any classroom which has never felt more relevant than it does this week.

And if you ever join our full Fun Music Curriculum, you'll find we've already built in a complete song study around her most iconic song, "I Will Always Love You" ~ just one example of what's waiting inside for teachers who want to go further.

Tap below to get your free 5-step plan for your next music appreciation class.
https://funmusicco.com/music-appreciation-curriculum/

And enjoy this favourite quote of ours: "If you see someone without a smile, give 'em yours." ~ Dolly Parton

25/08/2026

Over these past 15-20 years or so, there's been a quiet shift in music classrooms.

Ukulele has become the instrument more and more schools reach for.

Here’s why:

It teaches chord shapes, strumming patterns, rhythm, melody and ensemble playing... all of which transfer directly to broader musical understanding.

Which means students can explore, perform, compose, and respond, all on ONE instrument.

Most programs need three or four different instruments to cover that much ground. Why not go with one that already does all that?

We don’t think enough people realise how rare that is, even if you’ve never picked up a ukulele yourself before.

We’ve broken down exactly how to start a ukulele program in your primary school, no music background required, in this guide 👇

Thinking about starting a ukulele program at your school? A complete guide to instruments, costs, program structure, and copyright for primary teachers.

19/08/2026

What do you get when you get some dark and light blocks and words that lock together left, down and right? 🧩

A classic music crossword puzzle, of course! 🥳

And not just any crossword ~ Ones matched to curriculum-aligned vocabulary for your exact grade level.

Every puzzle also comes with its own matching whiteboard screen, so you can go through answers together as a class. No extra prep. No photocopying answer keys 🔥

In fact, feel free to bookmark this page so you've always got a no-prep activity ready to go, whenever you need one

Claim the full collection of these 20 free Music Crosswords puzzles here 👇
https://funmusicco.com/music-crossword-puzzles-the-ultimate-collection/

17/08/2026

Numeracy block, literacy block, squeeze music in if there's time… For some schools, that's become the rhythm of the weekly timetable.

But when was the last time you actually asked whether that rhythm is working, especially for the kids who are quietly checking out?

In this week's episode, I'm breaking down three pieces of research that point to something most schools have backwards, that music actually sits closer to the top of a child's school experience than numeracy or literacy do.

If you've ever felt like music gets treated as "the extra" in your school, or is the first thing trimmed when the timetable gets tight, this one's for you.

PLUS, I'll tell you what happened when two separate schools called this week, both being told their their weekly music time slots have been cut in half. Then, days later, a report on the value of music education landed in our inbox, and still haven't been able to un see the timing.

By the end, you'll have the exact case you need next time someone tries to trim your music time.

🎧 Press Play Here 👇
https://funmusicco.com/just-told-musics-down-to-six-months-sound-familiar/

Got your own story about music being trimmed at your school? Drop it in the comments below or on the blog, we read every single one.

02/07/2026

Have you ever had to make that dreaded early morning call when you're sick and your music class starts in an hour... 😬

We've got you covered with these 5 substitute music lessons that ANYONE can teach (even a sub with zero musical experience!)
✅ No instruments needed
✅ No singing required
✅ No musical knowledge whatsoever
✅Covers every year level, Kindergarten to Year 6

Each lesson comes with a ready-to-use classroom presentation AND a printable worksheet (just like the one you can see in the background here!)

Your sub walks in. Your students learn something real. You get to rest easy 😀

You can get all 5 lessons (yes it’s free) here 👇

Discover 5 easy music sub plans for primary school - even for non-music substitutes! Perfect substitute music lesson plans for K-6 music.

15/06/2026

Teaching Grade 5 or 6 music and not sure where to start with Bucket Drumming? 🥁

You're probably asking questions like:

"Will my class get too loud and out of control?"

"Do I need to be a drummer to teach this?"

"What equipment do I actually need?"

The good news is we’ve just published a complete free Bucket Drumming Beginner's Guide that answers every single one of those questions.

Because becoming an impactful music teacher isn't about being an expert percussionist.

It's about having a simple, step-by-step approach that works, even if you've never held a drumstick before!

👉 Claim your free Bucket Drumming Beginner's Guide here: https://funmusicco.com/bucket-drumming-for-beginners/

12/06/2026

There's an assumption buried in almost every debate about music teaching resources.

That a “prepared curriculum” is for the teacher who can't do it themselves.

The data says something completely different.

And it surprised even us!

More than 80% of the teachers who told us our curriculum changed their teaching had been in the classroom for over ten years.

Not beginners. The most experienced teachers in the room.

There's a reason for that. And once you hear it, you'll never think about your weekends, your planning, or your worth as a teacher the same way again.

🎧 Press Play Here ▶️ https://funmusicco.com/the-belief-thats-costing-most-music-teachers-their-weekends-and-how-the-best-ones-let-it-go/

08/06/2026

Ever had that moment in music class where you need something ready in minutes... and you have absolutely nothing ready?

Whether it's for a relief teacher coming in, a student that finishes work early, or you just need 5 minutes of calm at the end of a chaotic day…

This free collection has you covered.

You get: 40 music word search puzzles free, printable, and differentiated for every grade from K–6.

The puzzles Include topics based on :
🔥 Instruments
🔥 Composers
🔥Music theory terms
🔥 Italian terms …(and more)

There are three difficulty levels so every student in your class has something that works for them.

No music knowledge is required. No prep time needed. Just print and go!

Get your free word search puzzle collection here 👉https://funmusicco.com/music-word-search-puzzles-the-ultimate-collection/