This document contains three issues of a journal for elementary and secondary teachers which provide materials and teaching ideas for integrating folk music appreciation into social studies, literature, and humanities courses. The first issue focuses on songs of the West. It includes 10 songs on the pioneers, the Indians, and the frontier. Also included are the articles "Folksong in the Art Room" (Sandy Behrend) and "You Gotta Hand It to 'em: Using Folk Instruments" (Bev and Jerry Praver); correspondence from readers; information and news on workshops and materials; an index of songs and articles from volume 4; and a discography. The second issue contains materials for teaching about the lumber industry. A total of 13 songs is accompanied by background reading, a bibliography, a discography, follow-up teaching ideas, and general news and correspondence. The final issue focuses on songs about animals and other living creatures. It contains eight songs, background information, teaching ideas, a questionnaire for readers, a listing of children's books about animals, an index of animal songs from back issues, and a book review. General news and correspondence are also included. (LP)