Today my monkeys were fiddling on my lap doing 345 x Tangorilla, 786 x Line up your violin, Strum your Stringosaurus and of course Jungle Strings never goes old. I wonder if your Hub has a ‘fair use policy’? 😉
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After putting SO much into your career and your instrument, the LAST thing you want to do is FIGHT to get kids to WANT to play. With fleeting attention spans, it’s absolutely OVERWHELMING to try and get them to listen, learn, and apply complex structures.
And the LAST thing they want to do is SIT STILL!
So…
What is an INSPIRED and INSPIRING string teacher to do??
How can you get them to WANT to learn, to WANT to play…
AND be engaged in your lessons?
It’s easy!!
Stringosaurus has helped HUNDREDS of children learn to play violin WITHOUT making their teachers want to pull out their hair!
Honestly…if the truth be told…teachers LOVE the FREEDOM Stringosaurus has brought them.
They don’t have to plan and they don’t have to FIGHT to get their beloved littlies to learn!
Here’s what Sancha, a teacher from the UK, had to say:
“I have SO much fun using the Stringosaurus materials in my early years violin lessons! The resources are perfect for my 3-5-year-olds and work seamlessly with approaches like Stringbabies. My students LOVE the songs and games, and it’s been a joy to have fresh, engaging ideas so easily accessible in the Hub. Thank you, Laura!”
Hi!
I’m Laura, the creator of the award-winning early childhood string teacher’s best friend, Stringosaurus! Teachers just like you are finally LOVING their early childhood classes because Stringosaurus gives them everything they need to offer engaging lessons that help children LOVE string class.
80 resources designed specifically for the young mind and the restless spirit doesn’t just hold their attention, but actually has students looking forward to their practice!
And you don’t have to lift a finger to plan.
It’s all done FOR you.
For less than the cost of a tank of gas, you can say goodbye to the pressure of coming up with engaging and fulfilling lesson plans that will expand your littlies’ horizon, keep them entertained, and help them become better string players.
And all the other string teachers in your area will want to know why your students LOVE class…AND why at the same time, you look so refreshed and relaxed?
The fun part is, when you join our Resource Hub, you’ll become a Teachosaurus and will have access to our lovely community where we support each other, get access to new lessons as resources are added, and have fun making the year go by faster!
The Stringosaurus Hub is a really effective and creative programme that beautifully sets up the young learner and builds a good foundation to playing the violin – You could be the modern day Sheila Nelson!
Wales
What you’ve created is remarkable and amazing! Thank you for using your imagination for the good of children and teachers and our art! My students and I love your creations! Thank you!!
America
I love that this has springboarded me back into newness and back to creative and quirky teaching.
A great group and/or individual approach with unique activities that really engaged my daughter whose violin skills developed without her even realising she was learning. The Stringosaurus approach is a friendly, relaxed approach that definitely works!
Parent
Wow! You’ve provided so much! I love your philosophy on play. I have a Master’s in Play Therapy, so it is a subject very close to my heart. I love all your videos and really appreciate your enthusiasm, kindness, and whimsy.
America
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Clarity On Early Childhood Needs So Your Students THRIVE
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Watch Your Students Gain A Greater Understanding And Awareness Of How Their Body Works
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Violin And Bow Set-Up Activities And Games Which Are Pedagogy Gold
Gain Confidence And Self-Belief In Teaching This Age Group
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I’m here to help you…
Discover A Trove Of Platinum Pedagogy Material (Disguised As Fun Games, Songs And Stories)
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Make Life Easier With Ready-Made Teaching Materials… Dip In And Out In Any Way Which Best Suits You And Your Students’ Learning Or Use As A Comprehensive Curriculum For Beginners
Feel Genuinely Taken Care Of In Our Tight-Knit Community Where You Are Supported And Valued
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But you…
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Your life gets easier and you get to change the world.
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The Stringo Story
Eleven years ago, I had an adorable pre-schooler named Olive. (She’s still pretty adorable-ish as a teenager in fairness). I wanted to give her the BEST early childhood violin education, but in South Wales, the options for learning a violin at that time for little ones were as scarce as a dinosaur sighting!
At my job with local music services, I was battling quite a few challenges. My students were starting their lessons at a younger age, parents were unable to be present in the school environment, and kids were quitting faster than I could say “Twinkle, Twinkle.” Managing behavior in group classes was like herding cats, and the kids were about as interested in my materials as they were in broccoli. Honestly, I felt like a total flop.
Isn’t It Time You Let Yourself LOVE Teaching As Much As Your Students Will Love Learning?
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Please note that refunds are not available if you cancel your account before the end of your subscription period. However, you’ll still have access to our quality resources for the remainder of your subscription period.
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Not at all! The Stringosaurus early childhood teaching materials work in any English-speaking classroom, studio, or school environment.
Laura has taught in England, Wales, and Australia, and while school systems differ, teaching violin pedagogy is based on fundamentals which remain consistent across different environments.
You can use this resource for whole classes, small groups, or individual lessons.
According to several experienced Suzuki teachers, it integrates perfectly into Suzuki classes. It also complements other methodologies and tutor books, filling gaps and reinforcing vital concepts.
Plus, it’s a complete resource on its own, setting up beginners beautifully, even those who might struggle ordinarily.
We currently have violin teachers using Stringosaurus from the USA, UK, Europe, Australia and Asia.
In our experience, this is extremely rare and usually happens when a child’s needs aren’t fully understood or met.
The great news is, with an annual subscription, you’ll have direct access to Laura and our community of violin educators. We encourage you to share your challenges and successes with us so we can all grow and learn together.
Laura will work with you to solve these challenges because, by combining our experience and wisdom, we are stronger!
Don’t panic! We’ll make sure any bumps in the road get smoothed out and troubleshooted. Just send us a message using our Contact form, and we’ll reply as soon as possible.
If you have trouble viewing or downloading a resource, try opening the hub in a different browser. Chrome is a great choice for viewing the site. If you still need help, just contact Laura, and she can send you the resource directly.
There has never been a better time to have the flexibility of an e-resources hub! Whether you are teaching in person or suddenly thrown into online teaching, these resources will be a life saver!
Have you ever found that you often need to supplement your beginner books with extra materials? Then you end up spending your precious time searching the internet for quality resources and even end up having to write your own supplements!
Or maybe you are bored with using the same resources and teaching ideas over and over again and you’re ready for something fresh?
Stringosaurus is here to save you time and energy. We will be updating our resources on a monthly basis so that the library always remains fresh and exciting so keep checking it regularly!
Early childhood, in this instance, 3-7 years as a general rule of thumb. You could certainly adapt resources for older beginners too.
These videos are on average around 5 minutes each and are crammed full of implementation and teaching inspiration. These will be 5 minutes of investing in you and your students will love you all the more for it!
More questions? Email Laura at laura@stringosaurus.com
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