Musical development is a very informal category of child development. So informal, in fact, that I can probably claim that I made it up! But in all seriousness, music is a fun part of a child’s life! Each week we will look at how to incorporate music, rhythm, dance, anything with a beat into your day. The point is to get moving and don’t stop (until they crash at nap time!)

Here are some things to know about children and music:

• Rhythm helps children understand the structure of words and sentences in language.
• Moving to a beat helps children develop coordination and balance.
• It’s a great way to explore abstract concepts like feelings.
• When words are set to music, they are easier to remember (Think of the ABC song)

Browse through recent Musical Development posts.

• Personalizing Your Favorite Songs
• Beating the Monday Blahs
• Happy Valentine's Day: Song and Craft
• Dinosaur Valentine Card Craft
• "Everyone Loves To Dance" Gets Us Moving
• Votes Are In-Your Top 12 Songs
• Muisc and Learning
• Music and Movement Equals Play
• Music and Quiet Time
• Exclusive Interview with Bari Koral
• Laptime Songs for Mommies Giveaway-CLOSED
• Why Does Gray Matter? Review and Giveaway-CLOSED
• Laptime Songs for Mommies eBook
• New Month, New Project
• Rock and Roll Garden with Bari Koral-Giveaway!-CLOSED