Archive for October 2008
The Benefits Of Early Childhood Music
Posted by: kindermusikkids on: October 29, 2008
The Benefits of Early Childhood Music
by Karen Stafford
Can children from infancy through kindergarten really grasp the concept of music theory and principles? Why expose a [...]
August Rush
Posted by: kindermusikkids on: October 27, 2008
I have been meaning to write a review of this fabulous movie for some time now.
It is worth taking an hour or so out of your day for this one. Every once in a while a movie comes a long that inspires uplifts and renews the spirit. I happened upon this gem while thumbing aimlessly [...]
Beware-Internet Virus-See Below
Posted by: kindermusikkids on: October 24, 2008
I received this from a legitimate source so I wanted to share with all.
BIG VIRUS COMING!!! PLEASE READ & FORWARD!!!
http://www.snopes.com/computer/virus/postcard.asp
Hi All,
I checked with Norton Anti-Virus, and they are gearing up for this virus!
I checked Snopes (URL above:), and it is for real!!
Get this E-mail message sent around to your contacts ASAP.
PLEASE FORWARD THIS WARNING AMONG [...]
Ideas for Playdates-Sharing Toys
Posted by: kindermusikkids on: October 24, 2008
I thought about this because a student of mine brought up the topic of problems with sharing on playdates.
It became an issue for her with her friends, accelarating to resentment on both sides. One mom wanted the child to say “I’m sorry” after refusing to share her toys. After this request had been repeatedly made, [...]
Press Release-Governor Palin’s Church Affiliation
Posted by: kindermusikkids on: October 19, 2008
Note: Ironically, I recently posted a piece concerning friendship and politics-I am already receiving backlash for this one! And yet I believe it is important to know all facts prior to Election Day and so I chose to share this with my readers. I believe Candidate preference is a private matter but regardless of who [...]
Another Article Supporting Benefits of Early Exposure To Music
Posted by: kindermusikkids on: October 19, 2008
Babies have a sense of rhythm, which could be used to help them develop
By Daily Mail Reporter
Last updated at 7:34 AM on 23rd September 2008
Babies have a sense of rhythm from early on in life
It will be months before they talk, walk or even sit up. But at just a day old, [...]
Kindermusik At Work
Posted by: kindermusikkids on: October 12, 2008
Music Instruments for Preschoolers
Rhythm Instruments Include Shakers, Bells, Drums, Sticks, Sandblocks
© Jennifer Jensen
Oct 3, 2007
A variety of musical instruments encourages young children to explore, experiment, develop a steady beat and tonal awareness, and to love music.
Preschoolers and music go hand in hand. Young children dance with abandon to any music they hear. They sing joyfully, [...]
NYTimes.com: Edward S. Klima, Sign Language Expert, Dies at 77
Posted by: kindermusikkids on: October 5, 2008
Edward S. Klima, Sign Language Expert, Dies at 77
By MARGALIT FOX
Published: October 3, 2008
Edward S. Klima, an eminent linguist who was one of the first scholars to pay serious attention to sign languages, and in so doing helped them win long-denied recognition as languages in their own right, died on Sept. 25 in the La [...]
Kindermusik Kids
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Baby and Toddler Songs
- This Old Man - Baby Genius: Favorite Nursery Rhymes August 6, 1999This Old Man - Baby Genius: Favorite Nursery Rhymes
North Jersey Parenting Guidance
- Teaching your child a foreign language can be fun but challenging November 9, 2009Raising a bilingual or multilingual child seems to be a growing occurrence in the United States but you don't have to be a native speaker to teach your child a second language. It's a little challenging, but it can be fun for both of you.Sandra Lee
- Sesame Street 40th Anniversary: Still sweeping the clouds away November 6, 2009As a girl, "Sesame Street'' made me feel happy. And as a mom, it has the same effect. On it's 40th anniversary, I remember "Sesame Street'' as a place that brought us all together.Ali Skylar
- Kids of Gay Families and Scholastic Book Fair Season November 5, 2009The New York Times reports that nearly 1/3 of gay couples have kids. Kids who are little and in nursery school, kids who are in junior high. With Scholastic Book Fair season upon us, will they and their friends see gay families reflected in the available selections? Scholastic says no.Joan Garry
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Local North Jersey News
- Plea bargain deadline set for Hardyston man accused in wife's fatal shooting November 9, 2009HARDYSTON -- A Sussex County man accused of fatally shooting his wife in an attempted murder-suicide has until February to reach a plea bargain, a judge ruled today. During a brief status conference in Newton, Superior Court Judge N. Peter...Joe Moszczynski/The Star-Ledger
- Jefferson woman rescued after rowboat capsizes on Lake Hopatcong November 9, 2009LAKE HOPATCONG--Jefferson police rescued a woman from Lake Hopatcong after her boat capsized Sunday night. Terri Abma, 45, was rowing to her home on Raccoon Island when she fell into the lake, according to Jefferson Cpt. Eric Wilsusen. “Someone heard...New Jersey Local News Service
- Meadowlands' Xanadu could get different leader under Gov.-elect Chris Christie November 9, 2009Matt Rainey/The Star-LedgerDave Schick, an employee of GAR Equipment of South Plainfield works to load and remove up to 100 scissor lifts from the Xanadu work site.EAST RUTHERFORD -- The four-year term of the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority...The Star-Ledger Continuous News Desk
Can Your Friendship Be Lost Due To Your Political Views?
Posted by: kindermusikkids on: October 17, 2008
I have decided, along with my coat, to check my opinions and emotions at the door when visiting with friends.
A wise move, unfortunately too late to heal the frayed friendships I’ve undoubtedly ruined in an attempt at casual conversation. Who knew that your best friend would feel so adamant about Obama’s economic policy?
Or that your [...]