Connecting With Kids Learning Through Music and Children’s Books
From the happy birthday song to wedding anthems, music connects people to those happy, lighthearted moments in our lives. That’s why music is an important part of childhood!
Music gives children opportunities to sing, move, express feelings and share experiences. Children can sing their ABCs and clap their hands when they’re happy. Research on whether music training improves unrelated cognitive or academic skills has produced mixed findings; one review of experimental studies found no overall benefit after accounting for study design.
Music and Learning - A Tale of History
There are so many ways to define what music means to us. From singing melodies, odes, hymns, and lullabies to listening and playing our favorite instruments, music is a huge part of human life that has evolved so much throughout our history.
Ancient stories such as Gilgamesh and Homer’s Odyssey remind us of storytelling’s long history. The Metropolitan Museum of Art describes the Odyssey as a story performed orally by bards. Today, music, stories, and learning can still come together in many ways.
The Power to Have Fun and Be Focused
Music helps us express ourselves in many ways. It can soothe us when we want to relax or bring energy to an activity. Music in movies and video games can also help set a mood and draw attention to what’s happening.
The power of music is that it makes things fun! Whether you’re hanging out listening to your favorite songs or playing them in the background while you study, clean, or work on a project, music can help create an enjoyable atmosphere. Background sound affects people and tasks differently, so some may prefer quiet when they need to concentrate.
But the Most Important Part of Why Music Matters?
It brings people together. From concerts and orchestras to sing-a-longs and karaoke, to Christmas carols and proud national anthems, music is an art form and a way to connect with others.
So, take a moment today to share the joys of music. Hum, sing, dance, and clap into a happy place with your family!