If you’re looking for some inspiration for your students to practice their instruments over winter break, why not have them watch these videos of Igor Falecki, a five year old percussionist and Isaiah Chevrier a 5 year old Djembe player.
Of course there are many other examples of children who perform very well on their instruments whether on sites such as youtube or on programs such as From The Top . Listening to and watching other children perform, just may inspire your students to take their skills and knowledge of their instrument to the next level.
Perhaps a student or two might even come back inspiring her or his peers in your ensemble.
Just browsing the internet. You have a very, very interesting blog.