Learn and practice music fundamentals with these fun and interactive worksheets! Kids can practice drawing quarter notes or finding hidden dynamic markings in a classic “I Spy” type page. Did you know that three whole notes can make a snowman or that snow falling might be piano and rain storms can be forte? Print out this workbook and watch your child enjoy learning about music!
Download this FREE PDF for your instrument and Jingle All The Way!
Download this FREE sheet music for the classic kids’ holiday song, “Frosty The Snowman” and wow your friends and family this holiday season!
Download this FREE sheet music for the classic kids’ Thanksgiving song, “A Turkey Ran Away” and wow your friends and family this Thanksgiving Day!
Don’t let a birthday party stress you out! Follow these five simple steps and just enjoy the gathering of friends and family to celebrate your child.
Pick an easy location that requires little to no work. Art studios, music schools and gyms can provide both the activity and the space for food and cake.
Instead of being super picky with a specific theme, pick a color that your child loves and then buy what you need in any shade of that color. This can also save money and allow you to use leftovers in the future.
Keep it bite size. Food that you can eat without utensils (and standing up for adults) is ideal. Small sandwiches or pizza are always a big hit.
Entertaining the kids for the party is the most important. The goal is for your child to have fun with their friends and family. Check out local art studios, music schools, kids’ gyms and more.
While a beautifully decorated themed cake is always fun, it’s also a lot of work. You have to cut and distribute the cake which takes lots of time. Instead, use cupcakes! You can still put a candle in the cupcakes but they require no utensils or cutting and can be quickly distributed after the iconic “Happy Birthday song.”
Remember, your child will never remember how fancy or intricate your party was. What they will remember is you being present and participating in the fun and the feeling of being surrounded by love with their friends and family.
Let’s face it, no matter how much your child wants to learn to play the piano, guitar or (insert any other instrument) getting them to practice can be a struggle. Here are five tips that will make it easier:
When an instrument is in the basement or away from everybody else, a child can feel isolated and not want to practice. Keep the instrument easily accessible so they can sit down and practice whenever they want.
Just like other activities, if the time isn’t allocated for practicing, it can easily fall through the cracks. And it doesn’t always have to be after school, some kids have lots of time in the morning before school. Or, maybe they practice while you are making dinner or cleaning up.
It’s much more beneficial for a child to practice 10 minutes a day for 5 days than 30 minutes a day for 2 days. Consistency matters.
…are essential for making sure your child knows what and how to practice. If they don’t have clear instructions on what they are supposed to do, it’s difficult to know how to practice.
For kids younger than 8, parents should help if they really want their child to succeed. If they need help with schoolwork and other tasks, they will also need help with music practice.
Like anything, until kids learn that practice brings success, it can definitely feel like a chore. Moreover, just the act of practicing and gaining the understanding that one must put effort into something in order to learn is an important one. Be patient with the process of learning how to practice; it will pay dividends in the end, both musically and beyond.
We’ve all reaped the benefits of having music in our lives from its healing power to its ability to make us move, groove and boogie down! But did you know that music can help your baby or toddler crush their developmental milestones too?! Here’s How:
The experience of playing, listening and moving in a group with others fosters empathy, cooperation, cohesion and moral development.
In music class, children are able to practice gross motor skills through movement and play. Introduced to rhythm sticks, egg shakers, drums and pianos, even the youngest learners are able to practice their fine motor skills too.
Engaging your child in music classes exposes them to spoken word as well singing using visual aids and imaginative play. Music that is sung fosters children’s language development and participating in making or listening to music itself promotes intellectual growth.
By learning songs, finger plays or even routines, children master new skills which aids in the development of self-confidence. Additionally, having special time with care-givers allows children to feel safe and secure, which also helps their self-confidence.
Communicating and understanding intentions goes beyond sentences and speaking. Understanding tones, facial expressions, and body movements and what they mean is also part of communication. Exposure to this during music class helps children start to understand the different layers of how we communicate with each other.
Group music classes are a great way to start your child’s music education on the right note! Register HERE.
