What is most important about children can be learned only from children. Learn to observe and watch children, and listen, for the answers.

A rise in anxiety in society can often be linked back to how relentless our lives can be. How do we create space to rest and recover?

There is something about Julie Wylie’s Musical Play that is different. It’s not ‘just’ music, or ‘just’ movement, or ‘just’ play.

As parents (& educators) we spend a lot of time doing our best to grow children who have the resilience and capabilities they need for...

“Rhythm stirs our bodies. Melody or tonality stirs our brains. The coming together of rhythm and melody bridges our cerebellum (the motor...

Here is the outline of a Musical Play session – specifically for Junior School children who experience high anxiety.

Parents, don't forget about the value of taking time to daydream, to play, to rest, and to connect with nature – it is the simple pleasures.

Life has changed drastically for many young children in NZ and around the world this year. How can we use music to support their understa...

Angry toddler episode? Every parent knows them and every toddler has experienced them – but here is how music can help both, you and your...

When a parent is feeling upset or overwhelmed – what do we do?

The world is an unsettling place for many of us right at the moment. Have you found yourself gravitating towards music you’ve listened to...

Infants respond to music from birth – especially to loving, relationship-based musical interactions with their parents.

The amazing power of Musical Play and mindfulness techniques to calm and regulate children and families who experience stress and anxiety...

Did you know that tummy lying can be a highly regulating way to conduct music sessions?

There will always be new tools and ideas, and some will prove very valuable, but we should not let go of the well researched and time pro...