What a Drum Can Teach That a Worksheet Can’t There is something almost irresistible about putting a drum in front of a child. Their eyes usually go straight to it. A hand reaches out. There might be one cautious little tap at first, followed by another, and then suddenly the room has a brand-new drummer…
Tag: Multilingual Learning
Childhood Should Be Multilingual: Why Music Is the Best Way to Introduce New Languages to Children
Children are born curious. Long before they learn to read or write, they are already listening closely to the world around them. They notice different sounds, copy funny voices, and repeat words they have never heard before simply because they are fascinated by them. To a young child, a new language is not something to…
The Soundtrack of Summer: How Music Helps Children Create Joyful Summer Memories
The Soundtrack of Summer: How Music Helps Children Create Joyful Summer Memories There is something about summer that feels musical. Maybe it is the sound of children laughing outside long after dinner. Maybe it is bare feet running across the grass while music plays in the background. Maybe it is the way a simple song…