Do you remember a favorite song from your childhood or a family member playing music for you? How about the time you received your first instrument and started lessons? As you reminisce about your first music experiences, you'll probably feel inspired to create similar musical moments with your children as well. Read below to see how parents can cultivate music at home, while lean on teachers for support.
How can we encourage music appreciation and development in children?
The National Association for the Education of Young Children provides insights for parents and teachers to instill enjoyment and exploration of music: listening to music, making and playing instruments, and finding patterns in music.
Lessons and guidance at home are mutually beneficial in young children's music development:
As children explore and enjoy music, they can develop skills in math, literacy, and social studies. Teachers relate music to diverse subjects and your family can continue this learning at home. -Adapted from "Music Play," Teaching Young Children by K.M. Hemple, J.J. Batey, and L.C. Hartle
Learn more about inviting music into your home here.
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