Before the book officially begins, students undergo "Pre-Twinkle" training. This involves learning to hold the violin and bow, focusing on balance rather than tension. The focus is on the "violin foot" stance and the "bow hand" shape (often taught using rhymes or games).

Öğrenilen bir parça asla terk edilmez; repertuvarın bir parçası olarak sürekli tekrar edilir. Kitap İçeriğindeki Önemli Parçalar: Suzuki Violin School, Volume 1 - International

This approach frees the student's eyes to focus on their hands, posture, and the conductor/teacher. It allows for a deeper internalization of the music, enabling the student to focus on tone and expression rather than decoding symbols.

Pieces such as Lightly Row , Song of the Wind , and Go Tell Aunt Rhody utilize the A and D strings.