Musical Munchkins

At Musical Munchkins, we always offer opportunities for participation and the children are encouraged, never forced. Since our program is so well suited to each developmental stage, most children are ready for the activities we present to them and they are quite proud of their accomplishments! Can I bring my infant baby to class while attending wit... h my older child? Yes, infants are welcome up until they no longer want to stay in their infant seat. Our classes, however, are designed for the full attention and participation of the parent or caregiver. Bringing babysitter, mother's helper or grandparent to class, if needed, to hold and attend to your younger child, is a great help. If the class is for my child, why do I need to participate? Can't I just watch, since it's his class? Even though classes are lead by a professional musician and teacher, your child still models his or her behavior after yours. If you are enthusiastic and you participate, chances are your child will too! Also, many of our activities are designed specifically for an adult and child to do together, so your child needs your full participation. What if my child doesn't participate? Think about the first time you learned something new. You probably needed to watch a few times before actually trying it. If this is a new experience for your child, it may take 4 to 6 weeks before he/she adjusts to the parameters of the class. If your child is sitting attentively and watching the teachers he/she is practicing the most important skill required in music - listening. Parents seem to be most concerned about the "observer" child, who likes to watch during class but is not "actively" participating. Don't worry-each child has his own unique timetable and will eventually join in! Your child will take everything in and will most likely sing, dance and do everything at home! You may wish to videotape a class so that your "observant" child has opportunities to join on his own timetable. Is the 3's and 4's a drop off class? No it is not. Parents are ...Read More