Hal Leonard Ukulele for Kids

Ukulele for Kids by Chad Johnson

Introducing "Ukulele for Kids" - a comprehensive and engaging course designed specifically for children. Authored by Chad Johnson, this method ensures a quick and enjoyable learning experience for young ukulele enthusiasts. With popular tunes like “Yellow Submarine,” “The Hokey Pokey,” and “You Are My Sunshine,” kids will find themselves eagerly practicing and showcasing their newfound skills.

The book's design is kid-friendly with clear, straightforward page layouts, ensuring that young learners can focus on one concept at a time. Whether guided by a teacher, parent, or self-learning, this method is versatile and accommodating. The addition of online audio content, featuring demonstration and play-along tracks, further enhances the learning experience.

Lessons encompass various aspects of ukulele playing, including:

• Choosing the right ukulele
• Understanding the parts of the instrument
• Proper holding and hand positioning
• Basics of music notation and rhythm counting
• Introduction to notes on the strings
• Mastering chords like C, F, C7, Am, G, B-flat, and Gm
• Techniques of strumming and picking

Specifications

Song List

• Ain't Too Proud To Beg
• Amazing Grace
• Barbara Ann
• Eleanor Rigby
• The Hokey Pokey
• Love Me Tender
• Mr. Tambourine Man
• Rock Around The Clock
• She Loves You
• Splish Splash
• Surfer Girl
• This Land Is Your Land
• Three Little Birds
• Yellow Submarine
• You Are My Sunshine
• Run Through The Jungle

With "Ukulele for Kids," children are not just learning to play an instrument; they're embarking on a delightful musical journey, one strum at a time.