Why Jack and Jill Matters! | Musical Play
Is 'Jack and Jill' a super simple or complex rhyme?
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Nov 26, 2020
Why Twinkle Twinkle Matters! | Musical Play
Don't forget Twinkle Twinkle! This nursery rhyme has really stood the test of time. Here's why.
Nov 26, 2020
Our Top 8 Musical Play Activities for Under 5s | Musical Play
These 8 incredibly simple Musical Play activities are some of the most important foundational musical experiences for children under 5.
Nov 26, 2020
Why Humpty Dumpty Matters! | Musical Play
Don't forget Humpty Dumpty! This simple little rhyme continues to be a favourite for good reason. Here's why.
Nov 26, 2020
How Do Babies Develop a Sense of Beat? | Musical Play
Forget the "I'm not musical" attitude – we are ALL musical, we just need to learn how to build and nurture that musiciality early.
Nov 26, 2020
Have You Ever Tried Playground Musical Play? | Musical Play
Playgrounds are the perfect backdrop for music – especially for work with children in early intervention or special education settings.
Nov 26, 2020
Teachers... Are We Really Listening? | Musical Play
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...
Nov 26, 2020
How to Support a Shy Child in Music Sessions | Musical Play
We are asked about how to support a shy child in music classes really frequently. So, here are some helpful guidelines to follow...
Nov 26, 2020
The Value of Dads: Why Dads Should Be Involved in Musical Play Classes | Musical Play
Calling all dads! If you're not already involved in our Musical Play classes – here is why you're missing out.
Nov 26, 2020
Do We Do-Re-Me? | Musical Play
We are often asked if we teach children using “solfeggio" or Do Re Me. The short answer is no – (sorry, Judi Dench).
Nov 26, 2020
How Music Can Help Children With New Routines | Musical Play
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...
Nov 26, 2020
Have You Ever Heard "You Didn't Get The Family Music Genes"? | Musical Play
This is an extremely subtle, yet incredibly damaging thing that happens to many, many children.
Nov 26, 2020
Why is this Simple Sung Phrase So Important? | Musical Play
"And now get ready to stop!" – why is this simple sung phrase so important?
Nov 26, 2020
At Home Learning: Music Patterning | Musical Play
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!
Nov 26, 2020
How to Get Your Young Ones to Wash Their Hands | Musical Play
It is now, more than ever, so important that everyone washes their hands – and this includes our toddlers and young children. Here is our...
Nov 26, 2020
Do You Have a Newborn in Your Life or on the Way? | Musical Play
We are often asked when to start ‘music’ with babies. The truth is...
Nov 26, 2020
Singing Up the Scale on Fingers | Musical Play
Using our bodies to teach musical concepts helps children to make sense of what they are learning in the most effective way.
Nov 26, 2020
Our Tips for the Most Effective Preschool Music Sessions | Musical Play
We have put together a list of the most effective components for preschool music sessions, to help ease the transition of moving back int...
Nov 26, 2020
Why You Should Be Mindful of Background Music in Early Childhood Settings | Musical Play
Why do we suggest being mindful of background music and all music choices in early childhood settings? Teachers & parents take note...
Nov 26, 2020
10 Tips for Online Teaching You Wish You Knew Earlier | Musical Play
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...
Nov 26, 2020
Angry Toddler Episode? How Music Helped Me | Musical Play
Angry toddler episode? Every parent knows them and every toddler has experienced them – but here is how music can help both, you and your...
Nov 26, 2020
Bounce that Ball, Singing the Blues: The Importance of Synchronised Musical Play | Musical Play
How synchronised Musical Play can help your child to play in a band, orchestra, sing in a choir and be a performer.
Nov 17, 2020
Ideas for Home: Trampoline Songs with Sheets & Teddies | Musical Play
Here are some great ideas for Musical Play at home with your young ones – all you need is a sheet and a teddy!
Nov 17, 2020
How to Match Parent & Child Emotional Connections | Musical Play
When a parent is feeling upset or overwhelmed – what do we do?
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