THE BENEFITS OF LEARNING MUSIC
Mother, Baby & Child|November 2023
In this article, we go through the developmental advantages music can bring to your child, as well as ways to incorporate rhythm, melody and song into your home life!
THE BENEFITS OF LEARNING MUSIC

It's clear why many little ones are drawn to music - they can bop their heads, sing aloud as much as they like or move their bodies to the rhythms without fear of being told off. These actions can be a natural outlet for most young kids, but did you know that music has other proven benefits for your child's early development? These can include boosting their fine motor skills, their grasp of language, their ability to express themselves and their selfesteem. Let's dive in!

THE IMPORTANCE OF MUSIC

There are many positive effects that music can give your young child. These advantages are multi-layered, encompassing their social, physical, academic and emotional development.

Social connections

Music is a very bonding thing. Studies suggest that singing together has a powerful effect on the brain, reducing feelings of loneliness and amplifying a sense of connection. Therefore learning or engaging with music can be a great setting for your child to bond with others. As a young learner, activities like singing, dancing and rhyming feel close to playing, and are fun and easy to get involved in, whilst automatically building up communication skills and a sense of togetherness. This is especially relevant for shy children, but all kids can benefit from the social boost that music provides.

Boosting the brain

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