Disneyland, Walt Disney's first theme park, opened on July 17, 1955 in former orange groves in Anaheim, California. According to the History Channel, Disney intended Disneyland to have “educational as well as amusement value and to entertain adults and their children.” Sounds like something near and dear to my heart … Kindermusik.Just today I found myself at Costco talking to a stranger (yes, a mother with two preschoolers) about Kindermusik. You would think I could explain Kindermusik easily after 6 years of teaching. But, I still lack the words to tell her just how much fun it is, or how much my own children learned from Kindermusik, or how Kindermusik moms make friends who often make lunch dates following class and playdates on the weekends.
In fact, I’m guessing that those of you who have attended Kindermusik could best describe its benefits. So here are some highlights of the past year. The following quotes were taken from letters, emails and surveys I’ve received.
“… has learned so much, and the improvement in his abilities to listen, share, and follow directions is amazing. It has also really helped push his speech along. Plus, he just loves going to class!”
“Our Kindermusik songs have become lifesavers! We were having a very fussy time in the car this weekend and I started singing …
“I have seen firsthand the way children grow and change during just one session of Kindermusik, particularly in the ‘Our Time’ age range. They learn so much more than an appreciation of music, such as how to share, how to follow directions, and certain fine and large motor skills.”
“This class gives us a time to learn things together in a really fun way. While he is learning the principles of music, I think we both have benefited from the time to learn how to interact and share especially with children younger than him.”
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