Author and winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature Gabriela Mistral wrote: “Many things we need can wait. The child cannot. Now is the time his bones are formed, his mind developed. To him we cannot say tomorrow, his name is today.” Children need both music and reading at a young age. The research clearly shows how both can impact the the trajectory of
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Children learn best by doing. Through modeling, a child has many opportunities to imitate steady beat and experiment with steady-beat playing. Practicing these emerging music skills within the context of meaningful and playful activities gives a child a rich and unparalleled learning experience. Ideas for parents: Music is such a tremendous vehicle for learning of all kinds, but to enhance and inspire your child’s
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Il Chiostro dei Bambini was a three-day event that took place at The Diocesan Museum in the San’Eustorgio district, one of the most antique and monumental complexes of Milan, Italy. An exhibition dedicated to children and their families was set up in the larger square courtyard of this museum built from joined units of the basilica and Dominican convent. On invitation, over 40 stands
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“My child is so unique and special! I want to be the best parent that I can possibly be for my child.” As parents, isn’t this our heart’s desire? We search to find just the right activities and experiences that will benefit our children and help them grow to their fullest potential, such as baby development classes or toddler music classes. We check reviews,
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Parent is another word for teacher—regardless of what any thesaurus says! (It’s also another word for nurse, doctor, chef, driver…) So, of course, parent involvement in early childhood matters. Studies continue to highlight the importance of family involvement in education, especially in regards to early language and literacy development. After all, we’ve said it before: a parent is a child’s first and best teacher.
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Sustainability for kids can start with a seed—literally and figuratively. We put together five ways to involve the whole family in protecting the environment for kids. From planting a garden to planting the knowledge about the importance of sustainability, we think you and your family will enjoy “going green!” 5 ideas for family involvement in education that will have you seeing green Take a
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An elementary school teacher wrote: “The education of a child involves three major components: teacher, student, parents.” We absolutely agree that parent involvement in early childhood education in collaboration with classroom teachers best equips children for a successful learning environment at school and in the home. Music can help build connections between the teacher, student, and parents. The benefits of music on children and
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Children need opportunities to hear music sung, and they need invitations to hear music internally, with no external sound source. Being able to hear music “in your head” (audiation) like this is an important part of musical literacy, just as learning to think sentences and thoughts without speaking is an important feat in language development and part of early literacy development. Omitting parts of
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At Kindermusik, we intentionally provide resources, materials, music, and activities to support parent involvement in early childhood education. Now, this October, you can show us how you extend the magic and music of Kindermusik into your home for a chance to win! All month, you can share a photo of your child doing his/her favorite Kindermusik activity at home. Whether your child likes to
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“I take care of the earth because I know I can do little things every day to make a BIG difference,” writes Todd Parr in his book, The EARTH Book, that teaches sustainability for kids. Children help us see the beauty and wonder in the little things. A walk through the neighborhood becomes an exploration in ants, newly fallen leaves, ladybugs, and yes, even
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