Using Music to Develop Skills
Happy Minds, Happy Lives
The Power of Affirmations As a parent or teacher, we have the power to influence children’s lives so that they grow up healthy and happy. One method that we can use to do this is through music! Music is a powerful motivator and can help young children express and navigate their feelings, before and…
Read MoreHow to Choose Learning Songs for Toddlers
It’s no secret that wrangling toddlers should be classified as an extreme sport! Kids at this age love to be moving around as much as possible, and that’s just as true when it comes to learning. When choosing learning songs for toddlers, it’s important to keep this in mind! You’ll want to choose…
Read MoreUsing Props for Instruments
Using instruments is a great way to add some fun and another dimension to musical learning. Traditional instruments can be expensive adding extra costs that might not work for your home, school, or classroom budget. The good news is that this gives you the opportunity to be creative and make instruments out of…
Read MorePlay the Tappers in 22 Different Ways
A great way to add extra fun to your music sessions with kids is to use props. These can include instruments, puppets, stretchy lycra, or soft toys. Props can help build musical skills as well as fine and gross motor skills. In this article, let’s talk about one of our favorite props for…
Read More5 Ways Scarves Make Learning with Music Even More Fun
When kids dance to music, it’s not only fun to add scarves – they can also be really useful to help children develop new skills. If you have a lot of scarves or other bits of fabric in your house, they’re perfect for creating musical activities for toddlers and preschoolers! We have come up with…
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