My child sings all the Music Makers songs at home and directs her own music class with teddy bears and stuffed animals, but is so quiet in class. Is my child benefiting from Music Makers?
You have a wonderful window into your child’s learning process! In a way, a child’s mind is like a new computer. During class your child is on “input”, and the information is integrated over time. As your child recreates musical experiences from class within the secure environment of home, she is reinforcing concepts and content learned and trying on the teacher’s role. As your child becomes more confident in the group setting, more outward participation will naturally follow. Everyone has their own style. Some of us are front/center responders in the classroom and others are more reticent about vocal or more active participation. Learning occurs on the inside and regardless of the manner in which it occurs, all learning styles must be honored and are absolutely valid. Your child’s musical knowledge and skills are growing and she is developing a “musical database”! Congratulations on her success!
