Music crucial in early childhood years

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There are many benefits to including an active music program in an early childhood curriculum. An active music program is one that involves melody, movement, rhythm and speech. It involves the whole child and is enthusiastic, motivated and inspiring. Music can bring joy, fun and a richness and fullness to any early childhood curriculum. Some of our favourite music experiences are: Singing,
Singing and playing musical games and un-tuned percussive instruments. Read full article by Rebecca Andrews and Fiz Halsey at Australian Teacher Magazine.

Don't forget to look at the MUSIC section here on EARLY PLAY AUSTRALIA for lots of practical music ideas. Many of our other bloggers include practical fun ideas on music too.

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