You’ve probably heard it said many times that music is good for children; and unlike vitamins or broccoli, it also ‘tastes’ good! Researchers in recent years have been building up a convincing case, showing that music eases stress, stimulates brain development, aids memory and spatial awareness, supports communication and language development and promotes a sense […]
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Sing with me: Belonging, being and becoming through song in infant/toddler child care settings
‘Boo!’ shouts Connor (one year, eight months), arms outstretched and eyes wide as he bounces out from behind black net curtains hanging across the front of a shed in the nursery’s outdoor area. He turns and hurries behind the curtain, followed by Li-li (one year, six months). Kerryn (educator) notices their game and begins to […]