Children love stories and reading books together is one of the best things you can do for development.Stories can be launch pads for improvisation and exploration of sounds and rhythms. Therefore, using stories with Classical music and movement takes those benefits to another level. The music helps to set the mood rather like a good film soundtrack. […]
Musical Movement And Creative Play
The next post in our Classical Music for 2-5 year olds looks at how to encourage imaginative movement and creative play at home. Use the resources listed in 40 Best Classical Tracks For Kids to help get started. Using percussion instruments is great for enjoying some rousing marching music, but softer, gentle music needs a […]
Classical Toddler Tunes – Blue Danube
Toddlers never seem to tire of action songs and this one is set to the popular classic The Blue Danube by J.Srauss, so it adds a little culture to your music and movement activities. The first verse concentrates on pointing at parts of the body, with very simple actions which are easy for toddlers to […]
