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By Anne Hole

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7 Everyday Resources That Will Enhance Your Music Activities!

I have found a way to use almost all the resources I have during my music activities, there are some exceptions, but I have used many. From dancing under an umbrella; to smelling sweets; to hiding under a camouflage net! They are a great way to bring your music activities to life. Using these resources can encourage some of the most reluctant children to join in with a singing activity or moving to the music. Here is a list of 7 resources and an activity you could do with them:

1. Small Worl…

You Are All the Musician the Children Need; Scrap the Video!

This may seem a little controversial as many people love to use videos and recordings with the children in their early years setting BUT all the children really need in their music time is you to be their musical stimulus, not a children's themed YouTube channel!

I am not saying recorded music doesn't have a place, as it is fantastic for children to hear different genres of music that they may not hear otherwise, BUT using recordings/videos as the main focus for children's music experience is…

7 Everyday Resources That Will Enhance Your Music Activities!

You Are All the Musician the Children Need; Scrap the Video!

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