Little Light Studio

Create special family memories through music and movement in a Kindermusik class!

"...playing, imagination and acting things out aren’t just fun. They are helping children learn how to think, feel and respond to their environment."

https://www.rnz.co.nz/life/wellbeing/pretend-play-is-a-magical-part-of-childhood-new-research-suggests-it-can-also-help-mental-health

Pretend play is a magical part of childhood. New research suggests it can also help mental health Children have huge imaginations, and diving into them can lead to better emotional regulation.

Children practice behavior and regulated responses while they pretend, which gives them a leg up as they prepare for school.

When my children were little I would take them to Overman Park on Tuesday evenings, get some popcorn, bring a blanket, our water bottles, some other snacks, & maybe a game, and just BE PRESENT with my kids while we listened to the sweet sound of the band. Yes, there was a little running around as there is with young children, so we sat in the back. They are older now and involved in so many other things, but every now and again, they will join me on the lawn to enjoy the music, the downtown area, the summer nights.

It is so fun to see those small hands master a new instrument here at Little Light Studio! From grasping a mallet to ringing a tiny chime, your child is building the coordination and control they will eventually use for tasks like writing and drawing. ✍️

I love seeing that look of pride when they realize they can create a sound all their own. ✨

Classes resume MONDAY! See you in the studio!

Ongoing classes: www.littlelight.studio

Music is a balm for the heart AND mind. Young brains are searching for order, and music helps make those connections that are essential to early childhood development and school readiness.

There are so many joyful musical sounds in a Kindermusik class. When the instruments come out, the smiles do, too! 🎶

"Our reactions to unusual sounds and sights can occur naturally, but grownups nurturing the listening skills, self-control (think: standing still to watch the hummingbird), and conversation it takes to really appreciate the beauty around us is critical for children."

https://www.kindermusik.com/mindsonmusic/the-beauty-around-us/

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