A4, 64 pages, full color. What do all four string instruments have in common? Clearly: the scrolls! This animal common denominator usually sticks in children's minds right away. And so we have made it the namesake of our teaching material. The authors in the preface. The practical teaching resource "The Snail Class" has been designed for ensemble playing in string classes in general education schools. It is intended for a duration of two years and is aimed at children aged 8 to 12 who are in grades 3 to 6. "The Snail Class" is a stylistically diverse collection of pieces with sing-along texts. In the student books, the accompanying texts are kept to the essentials, while the score book is supplemented with information and ideas for teachers. The student book is available for violin, viola, cello, and double bass.