MUSIC AND MOVEMENT
Participating in music & movement activities allows children
to: release energy in a non-aggressive way,dramatize their feelings
and ideas creatively,feel good about their bodies and gain self-confidence,
follow directions to achieve a rewarding goal, learn basic principles
of music theory – tempo, rhythm, melody, play different musical
instruments, develop singing voices, develop body coordination, balance
and large motor skills through circle games, finger plays and body
exercises, learn about music, songs and dance of other cultures.
Children singing and/or dancing together feel a part of the group
as a whole. Singing and dancing can be a joyous outlet for feelings,
and constructive use of energy.
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OUTDOOR PLAY
Children involve themselves in many learning experiences
while playing outside.
Using sand, water, mud, clay
& other fluid media to experiment, imitate and explore
as well as for pure sensory pleasure helps
children mature cognitively. For example, sand & water are
excellent tools for measuring volume.
Around the water table, a child can be a captain of a ship
or find an outlet for aggression. Within limits, one can
splash and be messy or be splashed. Sand play allows imaginative
play
to take place, such as castle, road and cake-making.
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The tire swings require strength and balance, yet are very
relaxing. They allow the imagination to soar. The climbing
structure with its platforms and slide develops strength, movement
and large muscle coordination. The hand-over-hand bars increase
agility, develop eye-hand coordination and build self-confidence.
The large blocks also lend themselves to dramatic play. Handling
these blocks increases muscle control. Children test out their
abilities and learn about their limits while creating structures.
They are also exposed to scientific principles, such as gravity,
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The carpentry table is used for hammering with nails. This activity
aids in development of hand-eye coordination and can also be
a positive
outlet for aggression. Children can build boats and other imaginative
creations.
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