Is 'Jack and Jill' a super simple or complex rhyme?

Don't forget Twinkle Twinkle! This nursery rhyme has really stood the test of time. Here's why.

These 8 incredibly simple Musical Play activities are some of the most important foundational musical experiences for children under 5.

Don't forget Humpty Dumpty! This simple little rhyme continues to be a favourite for good reason. Here's why.

Forget the "I'm not musical" attitude – we are ALL musical, we just need to learn how to build and nurture that musiciality early.

Playgrounds are the perfect backdrop for music – especially for work with children in early intervention or special education settings.

How often do we expect children to tune in and listen quietly – but we aren’t following the same rules? Below is what we encourage teache...

We are asked about how to support a shy child in music classes really frequently. So, here are some helpful guidelines to follow...

Calling all dads! If you're not already involved in our Musical Play classes – here is why you're missing out.

We are often asked if we teach children using “solfeggio" or Do Re Me. The short answer is no – (sorry, Judi Dench).

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...

This is an extremely subtle, yet incredibly damaging thing that happens to many, many children.

"And now get ready to stop!" – why is this simple sung phrase so important?

Here is a simple, yet effective, idea for at home learning with Musical Play. All you need is you, your wee one and a little creativity!

It is now, more than ever, so important that everyone washes their hands – and this includes our toddlers and young children. Here is our...

We are often asked when to start ‘music’ with babies. The truth is...

Using our bodies to teach musical concepts helps children to make sense of what they are learning in the most effective way.

We have put together a list of the most effective components for preschool music sessions, to help ease the transition of moving back int...

Why do we suggest being mindful of background music and all music choices in early childhood settings? Teachers & parents take note...

With this extraordinary year, I think we can all agree online teaching has been been a huge learning curve for everyone. But to make onli...

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

How synchronised Musical Play can help your child to play in a band, orchestra, sing in a choir and be a performer.

Here are some great ideas for Musical Play at home with your young ones – all you need is a sheet and a teddy!

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