What's the Difference: Book & CD

Bright, accessible, and genuinely curious about the world from a young person's perspective. The material feels playful without being silly, and structured enough that children can grasp concepts while remaining open to their natural energy and spontaneity.

Teachers and music specialists working with preschool and early elementary students (roughly ages 3-7) who want songs and activities rooted in simple, age-appropriate concepts. This book works equally well in classroom settings, music lessons, and early childhood programs where playful learning and confidence-building matter as much as skill development.

• Pair each song with its corresponding activity rather than presenting them separately; the physical engagement helps cement melodic and lyrical memory.
• Use the CD as a reference for tempo and phrasing, but don't rely on it for every classroom session. Singing live with your group builds community and allows you to adjust speed and dynamics for your specific children.
• Introduce one concept or song per session rather than rushing through the book. Young learners need repetition and time to absorb before moving forward.

Build a short song cycle for a preschool or Key Stage One assembly or performance event using selections from the book. The activities translate easily into classroom demonstrations. You might also use individual songs as transition moments throughout the day, giving young learners predictable musical anchors during routine changes.

• listening and identifying musical differences and similarities
• singing with clear diction and age-appropriate range
• following simple rhythmic and melodic patterns
• responding to music with purposeful movement and gesture
• building musical confidence and willingness to participate