When the Piano Lesson You Planned Isn’t Working
REST: A practical Plan B for piano teachers
When a student has not practiced, loses focus, refuses an activity, or simply is not understanding, it is easy to start scrambling—and second-guessing every choice. REST gives you a simple way to respond in the moment, so you can help the student move forward without throwing away the whole lesson.
You had a plan. Then the lesson changed.
Sometimes the activity that usually works falls flat. A child is wiggly, discouraged, confused, or uninterested—and suddenly you are trying to invent a new lesson while the clock is ticking.
You do not need a bigger collection of games or another complicated curriculum. You need a simple way to notice what is happening, choose a useful next step, and regain a sense of calm.
Meet REST: a practical way to reset the lesson.
REST is a short, usable framework for deciding what to do when your original plan is not working. It helps you move from that sinking feeling of “Now what?” to a next step that fits the child in front of you.
REST is short and succinct - respecting your valuable time.
Four short training videos, practical printables, and an immediate bonus PDF (“When the Lesson Isn’t Working: 10 everyday object teaching pivots for piano teachers” - normally priced at $12.99. FREE for you as a thank you for purchasing this course!)
Introducing…
REST.
A practical Plan B for piano teachers.
A small training designed for real teaching weeks.
Four short videos—about 30 minutes total
Practical examples, not long lectures
A concise printable resource packet to use as you watch
Clear examples for common beginner-lesson problems
Access to the bonus PDF: When the Lesson Isn’t Working—10 everyday objects and simple activities to use in lessons (normally $12.99-included in your course purchase)
A practical mini-course for piano teachers who need a simple, flexible Plan B when a lesson isn’t going as planned.
Created by Kay Lowry
I have taught piano for more than 45 years, and I know that good teaching is not about following a beautiful plan perfectly. It is about noticing the child in front of you and having a practical next step when the original plan is not landing.
This training gathers the flexible, low-prep thinking I use in real beginner lessons.
FAQ
Is this for beginning teachers only?
No. It is especially useful for teachers of young beginners, but experienced teachers may appreciate a clearer, calmer way to make in-the-moment decisions.
How long is the training?
The four videos are approximately 30 minutes total, with printable resources to help you apply the ideas.
When will I receive it?
You will receive immediate access. Create a password for my website. When you log in, all the courses and memberships you have purchased will be available, anytime, forever!
Is this just a collection of games?
No. You will receive activity ideas, but the heart of REST is learning how to choose a useful response when a lesson is not working.