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Alastair Moock brings his guitar and his passion for American folk music to teach students language arts skills in this spirited, interactive program. Using well known folk songs, contemporary tunes, ... Read more

Alastair Moock brings his guitar and his passion for American folk music to teach students language arts skills in this spirited, interactive program. Using well known folk songs, contemporary tunes, and gems from his own catalog, Alastair helps students identify key concepts such as subject, mood, setting, and point of view, and to recognize how writers use rhythm and sonic patterns like rhyme and alliteration to pull in readers (or, in this case, listeners). After singing and discussion, kids put what they"ve learned to work, helping to craft a new verse for one of Alastair"s original songs. Moock"s presentation gives students a fresh perspective on the power and fun of language and leaves them feeling inspired and empowered to express themselves through writing.

I can identify key language arts concepts, including: subject, setting, mood, and narrative point of view. I can demonstrate how and why the use of patterns in writing - in the form of repetition, rhy... Read more

I can identify key language arts concepts, including: subject, setting, mood, and narrative point of view. I can demonstrate how and why the use of patterns in writing - in the form of repetition, rhyming, alliteration, and rhythm - can be effective tools for pulling in the reader. I can demonstrate how tools used by poetry and prose writers are also used by songwriters.

School Testimonials..."Alastair presented possibly the best multimedia program (spoken word, pictures, singing, and truly fine guitar playing) that I have ever seen in an assem... Read more

School Testimonials...



"Alastair presented possibly the best multimedia program (spoken word, pictures, singing, and truly fine guitar playing) that I have ever seen in an assembly in my 35 years of teaching."
"“ Bill Rogers, Middle School History Teacher, Buckingham Browne & Nichols School (Cambridge, MA)



"The kids are still talking about Alastair"s amazing presentation. This was one of those experiences I know our students will take with them for the rest of their lives."
"“ Brian Gellerstein, Music Teacher, Tobin Elementary School (Cambridge, MA)



"Alastair! We can"t thank you enough for the fantastic work you did with our students. You did an unbelievable job from start to finish! They all learned so much and they have their very own school song to take away from the experience. Thank you thank you thank you!!!"
"“ Randi Goodwin, PTO member, Glover Elementary School (Marblehead, MA)



"Alastair"s time with our students was extremely productive. He comes well-planned and his inclusion of literacy components brings this experience to a whole new level."
"“ Mena Ciarlone, Principal, Cunniff Elementary School (Watertown, MA)



"Here"s the thing about Alastair: He is really genuine, and it comes across. He cares about this music and kids, and he conveys his passion for it in an accessible and enjoyable way."
"“ Shelley Sommers, Library Director, Inly School (Scituate, MA)