Boomwhacker® and Boom Tote Giveaway Do you use Boomwhackers®? In this post I will share a little bit of history and my current favorite video of them in use. Creator of the Boom Tote, Michelle Erfurt, is partnering with us for this giveaway! History of […]
Posts
Our Blog on Creative Music and Movement Products
Since 2000, Bear Paw Creek has been designing and manufacturing creative movement props, bags and totes for instruments. We hope our blog will inspire teachers, therapists, and parents as they seek to enrich the live of others through music and movement.
The Wheels on the Bus with Stretchy Band by “Miss Carole” Stephens of Macaroni Soup!
The Wheels on the Bus with Stretchy Band by “Miss Carole” Stephens of Macaroni Soup! This blog post is brought to you by “Wheels on the Bus” with Stretchy Band by “Miss Carole” Stephens of Macaroni Soup. WHY: create community, cooperative play, follow instructions, and workout! BOOK […]
A Music Therapy Prop Stretchy Band for Every Skill
A Stretchy Band for Every Skill I have been using products developed by Bear Paw Creek for years, and I just cannot get over the versatility of the stretchy band. Whether you are working on motor/physical skills, cognitive skills, or communication development; the stretchy band […]
Animal Boogie Lesson Plan Share
Animal Boogie Lesson Plan Share I have taught early childhood music and movement classes for several years. My favorite way to plan sessions is to base the session on a book I know my families will love. The following is one of the lesson plans […]
Using Songs and Props in Preschool Circle Time
Using Songs and Props in Preschool Circle Time This post is going to be showcasing music ideas for movement props, especially with preschoolers and Pre-K. I personally use music and props in our circle time at home. I have been doing some form of circle […]
AMTA Regional Conference 2017
AMTA Regional Conferences 2017 Since 2013 Bear Paw Creek has been advertising or sending donations/door prizes to the regional music therapy conferences. This year we will also have our products on display at the GLR Conference! It’s already full swing and it sounds like loads […]
Shamrockin’ with Creative Movement Props for St. Patrick’s Day
Shamrockin’ with Creative Movement Props for St. Patrick’s Day One of my favorite ways to incorporate music and movement into our days is by using holidays and the times of the year. St. Patrick’s Day is coming and I’m excited to share a song written […]
Dr. Seuss, Beat Competency, Reading Skills
Dr. Seuss, Beat Competency, Reading Skills March 2 was Dr. Seuss’ birthday and this week is Read Across America week. With that in mind I went to gather up all my Dr. Seuss books from our book shelves. But….. Since our oldest son moved out […]
Crossing the Midline with the Stretchy Band, Balloon Ball, Bean Bags
Crossing the Midline with the Stretchy Band, Balloon Ball, Bean Bags About a year ago I stumbled across Tracey from OT Mom Learning Activities. She lives in Africa and was looking for some bean bags, and I also sent her a stretchy band and balloon […]
