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How can music connect with play? 1. Songs can contextualize and expand on experiences. 2. Instrument play can be used as a medium of expression. 3. Music invites opportunities for learning through playful exploration. 4. Music is fun and motivating and promotes interaction.

Music promotes regulation at all ages. It can provide support to adjust or alter mood states, increase coping skills, and expand emotional identification abilities.

Music promote literacy! Music can improve reading skills because patterns and pitch in music help us more quickly distinguish between sounds and recognize language patterns (while reading or speaking).

You don't have to have drums to expose your kiddo to rhythm. You can explore pots and pans, or put dried beans into a bottle. You can play your rhythm instruments with recorded songs, or play and sing with songs you and your family enjoy.

Passive and active music experience can impact brain development.

Studies have shown that musicians have faster reaction time than non-musicians. They have also shown that those who play instruments for a short period of time have faster reaction time than those who have never played an instrument.

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Children 0-2 are learning about the world around them through sensory information. Music is a great sensory tool to promote exploration, stimulation and identification during this developmental stage.

Children have uninhibited creativity. As long as they are safe, it can be so meaningful to connect with them in their creativity, rather than play with things the "right way". Encouraging creativity supports future problem solving, confidence and coping skills.

Music and play are made for each other. Creative exploration can happen in the music space so beautifully for children and adults. Music reconnects us to our sense of wonder.

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Do you agree? "Music should be an essential part of every analysis" - Carl Jung

A note to self for this Monday. Sitting in the small moments of joy can really shift the mood and mindset for the day. What small things bring you joy? #selfesteem #mentalhealth #life #mindset #positivethoughts #mindfulliving #selfcompassion #selflove #mindfulness

See our full list of Fall classes on our website: steppingtones.co/classes We have in-person classes in the greater LA area and virtual groups everywhere else. #toddler #kids #musicclass #creativekids #toddlerlife #children #activekids #learningthroughplay #childdevelopment

We can work on all kids of skills in music therapy sessions. The skills listed on this post are some examples of the many skills MT-BCs use music to address. Have questions about music therapy? DM us or book a consultation through our website.

Love them or leave them, kids love these classics. What's your littles one's favorite song? #parenting #momlife #dadlife #parentlife #parents

Ever wonder what goes into creating music therapy interventions, activities and experiences? Here's the short answer! #musictherapy #mtbc #musictherapist

Love working with kids, teens and families? Stepping Tones is hiring! For more information email: [email protected]

Summer is here! We've curated an energetic and fun summer playlist for you and your family to enjoy. We'll be adding songs all summer long. Link in bio! #music #newmusic #itunes #familyplaylist #kidsmusic #musicforkids #kidsactivities #summervibes