I went to an Early Childhood Educators workshop on Music, Movement and Learning this weekend. Our instructor was an energetic musician and mother who does trainings for educators and has many performances for families and the public. She had us all get up and dance so it was a lot of fun and a good way to start a Saturday morning!
One thing I liked about the workshop was the idea of incorporating scarves into dancing. Last week we made a bracelet that children could use to dance with. Like the bracelet, the scarf could be used to enhance the movement. The cross body movements that children can do with the scarves or bracelets will help them cross the midline of their body, which in turn will help them when it comes to writing and reading. Another thought I had was that the scarf (or bracelet) could be used when it comes to letter formation. Making a big and correct version with the whole arm helps children familiarize themselves with the movements so it will help when it comes time to write it down on paper.
-Laura Hecht
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