Müller/Rusch - String Method, Book 1 - Cello - Kjos Music Co

First 6 lessons begin with blank notation. This approach is very understandable to a new young student. I use with
pizzicato to establish good left hand positioning.
Lesson 7 introduces reading on the staff. I am still using pizzicato. Once positioning is set,and students understand
Reading the staff ( sometimes with Joann Martin book help)
I add the bow. Newer methods introduce too many skills immediately, trying to establish reading and positioning all at once. One skill at a time works much better Muller Ruisch books understand this!