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Early Years Music Ideas for Parents/Carers
To help in this difficult time I have collated some blogs that parents/carers might find helpful when young children are at home:
10 nursery rhymes that I know the under 5s love
It’s Music Time again. Does your mind go blank when it comes to thinking of songs to sing? Would you like a little help? Click here for 10 songs that I know children love to sing:
https://musicalabc.simplero.com/blog/2935-10-nursery-rhymes-that-i-know-the-under
5 Outdoor Activities with a Musical Twist
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15 Weather Props
Do you use props during your music time? If not, it is worth considering as they can really help children engage through a sensory/interactive element to an activity. I have listed below 15 props/resources that I have used with children from 0 to 5 years in weather themed songs, rhymes and listening activities.
1. Scarves: I have used these in activities where children listen to music inspired by rain, snow or wind
2. A Parachute: Is a good way to create the effect of wind for songs and listen…
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