Dear Young Child 2 Parent:
I hear and I forget.
I see and I remember.
I do and I understand.
Chinese Proverb
As a parent, I am sure you thoroughly understand the premise of this Chinese proverb! Children often do not remember something when only told about it. Seeing and, even more importantly, doing, solidify their understanding. This is one of the reasons the Kindermusik curriculum is so completely integrated. For example, several approaches are used to present rhythm patterns in order to ensure your child’s comprehension.
Two weeks ago, I introduced the song “Hop, Old Squirrel” to the children by singing it for them. We discussed the staccato and legato sections in the song. I then taught them a simple accompaniment on the glockenspiel that they could play while I sang the song. Last week the song was introduced through a movement activity. The movements corresponded with the rhythm patterns found within the song. This week, they played the rhythm patterns on their glockenspiels.
Integrated learning allows your child to grasp concepts through several learning methods and across the learning domains, including cognitive, physical, social, and musical. Further integrated learning can take place at home. Use the ideas presented in Music at Home 28 to help your child learn the song “Sing and Celebrate.”
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