Tag Archives: creativity

When you run out of words

This post was shared with Minds on Music from Kindermusik educator Analiisa Reichlin. Analiisa and her partners run Studio3Music, the #1 Kindermusik program in the world, with studios located in and around Seattle. I sat at the dining room table … Continue reading

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Music and movement: magical ingredients to learning

Music and movement are magical ingredients to learning for both the child and parent. A baby’s first communication is through movement. A toddler immediately responds to lively music with silly gyrations and flailing limbs – and while these movements usually make … Continue reading

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The family that laughs together…

Giving your child a simple smile can improve his or her self image and brain development. When your child sees you smile, it not only makes her feel good, it strengthens connections in the brain as well. Studies have shown … Continue reading

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Music and art are peas in a pod

A little child gripping a paintbrush in her hand can quickly discover her “inner conductor.” Smocked in your old shirt and hovering over the kitchen table, arms raised, she conducts the swirl of colors on—and sometimes off—the page. That’s just … Continue reading

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