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Learning Through Music

In her Exchange article (May, 2000), "Learning Through Music:  The Support of Brain Research," Elizabeth Carlton describes the many ways music supports the learning of young children in early childhood programs.  According to Carlton, including music as a central element of the curriculum offers these benefits...

*  music develops listening skills
*  music invites intuitive responses
*  music strengthens aural discrimination
*  music helps children (and adults) remember
*  music helps children sing tunefully
*  music helps children speak clearly and pay attention
*  music makes transitions in the classroom go smoothily
*  music helps children cooperate, think, and problem-solve
*  musical instruments provide beginning experiences in pitch, timbre, and texture
*  music is fun and fundamental for all children

The entire "Learning Through Music..." article is available on our home page at www.ChildCareExchange.com.

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