International World Music Day for Toddlers and Preschoolers

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Music is significant in our lives and a cornerstone of human culture. Its ability to unite people, evoke profound emotions, and ignite creativity is remarkable. This post emphasizes the social benefits and importance of celebrating International World Music Day for toddlers and preschoolers and acquainting them with the enchanting realm of music. In early childhood education, the benefits of music include building social skills, self-expression, and so much more!

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History of International Music Day and World Music Day

International Music Day

October 1st, celebrated each year, is a joyous reminder of music’s role in our lives. It was established in 1975 by UNESCO and the International Music Council (IMC) to unite people through their shared love of music, which can symbolize equality.

World Music Day

Celebrated on June 21st yearly, is also known as Fête de la Musique. On this Day, citizens and residents are urged to play music outside in their neighborhoods or in public spaces and parks. It was founded in France in 1982 and was meant to celebrate the summer solstice, which is also on June 21 each year.

These days are filled with the excitement of introducing our toddlers and preschoolers to the diverse world of music, from different genres to various cultures and witnessing their joy and wonder as they explore the beauty of music.

Benefits of Music for Toddlers and Preschoolers

There are too many benefits to early music education. Here is how early childhood education sees the benefits of music for toddlers and preschoolers:

• Motor skills: Music can help children develop fine and gross motor skills, coordination, balance, and muscle strength. For example, clapping along to music or playing instruments can improve hand-eye coordination. 
• Cognitive development: Music can engage multiple brain areas, stimulating memory, attention, and problem-solving skills. It can also help children learn to recognize patterns and sounds, which can build a foundation for reading and writing.
• Emotional development: Music can help children express their emotions, fostering social and emotional development. It can also help children understand themselves and their feelings.
• Creativity: Music can help children nurture their imagination and creativity. Dancing to music can also help children practice self-expression.
• Language development: Music can help children learn the sounds and meanings of words and literacy skills. Even before babies can talk, their babbling and sound play help them develop neural pathways for listening and speaking.
• Connection with parent and caregiver: Music can help build connections between parent and child when they sing or play instruments together.

Ways to Celebrate International Music Day

There are numerous ways to celebrate this special day with our little ones, each offering fun and education. Here are some engaging ideas that not only entertain but also inform and empower you as a parent:

Music and Movement:

Children love to move and dance to the beat of music. Set up special events such as kids’ music day activities, kids’ music day events, teach music week, free group guitar lessons, or set up kids’ music day ambassadors. Set up a dance party in your living room and play various music from different countries and cultures. Encourage your child to dance, move to the music, and join the fun!

• Music and dance for young toddlers
• Music and dance for older toddlers and two-year-olds
• Music and dance for preschoolers and three-year-olds
• Music and dance for pre-kindergarteners and four-year-olds

Musical Instruments:

Invite local music schools, music programs, and other music organizations to sponsor an annual make music day, a kids’ music day filled with musical activities, musical talents, and student performances. Instrument donation drives are a perfect way to learn about different types of instruments.

Introduce your child to different musical instruments and let them explore the sounds they can make. You can create a DIY music station with pots and pans, wooden spoons, and other household items used as percussion instruments. However, ensure that the items used are safe and do not have sharp edges. This will spark their creativity and help them develop their fine motor skills.

• Musical instruments for young toddlers and one-year-olds
• Musical instruments for older toddlers and two-year-olds
• Musical instruments for preschoolers and three-year-olds
• Musical instruments for pre-kindergarteners and four-year-olds

Music Scavenger Hunt:

Create a scavenger hunt where your child has to find and identify different musical instruments, notes, or dance moves hidden around the house. Parents can simplify this by making a dance party, instead of a scavenger hunt! This is a fantastic way to ensure the activity will be fun and educational, helping children learn about different instruments and sounds.

• Scavenger Hunt for older infants and young toddlers
• Scavenger Hunt for toddlers and two-year-olds
• Scavenger Hunt for preschoolers and three-year-olds
• Scavenger Hunt for pre-kindergarteners and four-year-olds

Sing-Along:

Singing with your child is more than just a fun activity—the power of music is a beautiful way to bond and share moments of joy. Choose your favorite song or nursery rhyme, and let the music bring you closer. You can also introduce them to a new song from different cultures and languages to broaden their musical horizons and deepen your connection.

• Sing-along for young toddlers
• Sing-along for older toddlers and two-year-olds
• Sing-along for preschoolers and three-year-olds
• Sing-along for pre-kindergarteners and four-year-olds

Music Crafts:

Get creative and make music-themed crafts with your young learners. You can make DIY shakers using empty containers and rice, create musical note sun catchers, or even design your musical instruments from household items. This will be a fun activity and a great way to encourage creativity and imagination in your child. Toddlers and preschoolers love to have their own instruments!

• Music crafts for older infants, and young toddlers
• Music crafts for older toddlers and two-year-olds
• Music crafts for preschoolers and three-year-olds
• Music crafts for pre-kindergarten and four-year-olds

Conclusion:

International World Music Day is a beautiful opportunity for us to introduce our toddlers and preschoolers to the positive effects and the magic of music and help them develop a love and appreciation for it. Celebrating this special day with music-related activities can ignite a passion for music in our young children and create lasting memories together. Share your musical experiences and memories to create a more personal connection with your child. So, let’s come together as a family and celebrate International Music Day, or World Music Day, with our toddlers and preschoolers. Let’s explore the music world, dance to the beat, and create a musical journey and beautiful memories that will last a lifetime.

Happy International Music Day!

References:

• Essential Toy Safety for Infants, Toddlers, and Preschoolers. 
• Whole Child Education: What is the Approach to Teaching?
• Developmentally Appropriate Toys: What and Why are They Important?
• Consumer Product and Safety Commission 

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