Helping to bring mele back to the classroom!
Please note, if you are a teacher, please visit our TEACHER LANDING PAGE so you can sign up to join the FREE Pilot!
Following our two-year pilot program of our After School ‘Ukulele Curriculum for 2nd-5th grade, we have embarked on an ambitious endeavor: the development of a comprehensive Elementary School ‘Ukulele Curriculum.
Our vision is to establish a program accessible across our islands and beyond, fostering foundational music literacy through ‘ukulele instruction. This curriculum, “E Ho‘okani Pila - Let’s Play”, will emphasize both musicality and cultural awareness, incorporating both English and ‘ōlelo Hawaiʻi (Hawaiian Language) songs.
Beyond traditional textbooks, our program will feature innovative modular video components. These resources will empower educators with flexible tools for classroom instruction and student review. Moreover, this approach will facilitate enriching experiences, such as guest artist collaborations and virtual excursions to locations relevant to the curriculum's songs.
We are blessed to have access to song catalogues from some of Hawai‘i’s most legendary songwriters including Eddie Kamae and Rev. Dennis Kamakahi. A huge mahalo to The Hawaiian Legacy Foundationʻs (Eddiekamaesongbook.org) and the Kamakahi ʻohana for supporting our program.
We also want to say another mahalo nui to Kimo Alama Keaulana for your guidance as we move forward with this project for our keiki.
Together we can make a difference for our keiki in Hawai‘i and beyond! Here is where your support will be going:
Our objective is to initiate a pilot program of this curriculum by Fall 2025. This pilot focused on National Core Music Standard for 4th grade.
To achieve this ambitious timeline, we require financial support to facilitate crucial aspects of the program's development, including:
High-quality video production and documentation.
Finalization and production of comprehensive written materials.
Development of a user-friendly and informative online platform to host the curriculum.
Future module planning & preperation
Our ultimate aspiration is to make this program accessible to all public schools in Hawaiʻi at minimal or no cost.
This program offers a unique opportunity to learn about and connect with Hawaiian culture. With this in mind, we will feature select content from the curriculum, including in-depth interviews, song performances, and virtual excursions, that will be available to the public, providing valuable educational resources for all ages.
ALL PHYSICAL ITEMS WILL SHIP BY MAY 2025 - SHIRTS ARE PRE-ORDERS.
You will receive e-mail updates from us once stickers and shirts are available for shipping.
Support our music program by donating to either our Elementary School ʻUkulele Pilot program or our General Fund. Use the "Custom Amount" button to contribute a specific amount. Custom donations will be acknowledged at the nearest donation tier crossed. Both one-time and recurring monthly donations are welcome.
The pilot will encompass two main modules, giving students the basics they need to play and be inspired by our islands.
This pilot program is the first step. The full program will launch in 2026 and will be regularly expanded with new modules.
Please note that the Module plans may change over time as we continue to film and edit our videos and written materials.
Module 1 PDF Drafts
Please enjoy looking through some drafts for our Module 1 lessons!
Support our music program by donating to either our Elementary School ʻUkulele Pilot program or our General Fund. Use the "Custom Amount" button to contribute a specific amount. Custom donations will be acknowledged at the nearest donation tier crossed. Both one-time and recurring monthly donations are welcome.