Synopses & Reviews
EXPERIENCES IN MUSIC AND MOVEMENT, Fifth Edition, helps you develop a movement-oriented setting for teaching children ages birth to eight years. In addition to providing a complete, ready-to-implement movement program, the author presents techniques for weaving movement and music into your day and across your curriculum. Ample resources and appendices include websites and other sources for ordering music, instruments, equipment, and props, and more.
Review
"It is well-written, easy to read, and supplies enough information that my students are able to grasp the basics of music and movement with young children. It does not continually repeat topics throughout the text as some textbooks do. Each chapter has its own defined characteristics and personality, yet they all support the main topic of music and movement education."
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"This is the most relevant textbook out there for an early childhood music and movement course! It includes all the important components for the class and students seem to enjoy reading the book."
About the Author
Founder and director of Moving and Learning, Rae Pica is an internationally recognized education consultant specializing in early childhood physical activity. Known for her lively and informative presentations, she has worked with the Sesame Street Research Department, Head Start Bureau, Centers for Disease Control, President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, Nickelodeon's Blue's Clues, and state health departments throughout the country. She is the author of 17 books, including the three-book MOVING and LEARNING Series, the award-winning GREAT GAMES FOR YOUNG CHILDREN, and JUMP INTO LITERACY: ACTIVE LEARNING FOR PRESCHOOLERS. Ms. Pica also hosts the syndicated podcast, "Body, Mind, and Child," interviewing experts in the fields of early childhood education, motor development/physical education, the neurosciences, and more.
Table of Contents
PART I. THE BASICS OF MUSIC EDUCATION. 1. Movement's Role in Child Development. 2. Movement's Role in Musical and Creative Development. 3. Child Development Characteristics and Their Impact on the Movement Program. 4. Content of the Movement Program. PART II. PLANNING FOR MOVEMENT and MUSIC. 5. Lesson Planning. 6. The When, Where, and What of Movement Sessions. 7. Choosing and Using Music. PART III. FACILITATING MOVEMENT EXPERIENCES. 8. Teaching Methods. 9. Creating and Maintaining a Positive Learning Environment. PART IV. MOVEMENT and MUSIC THROUGH THE DAY. 10. Movement Across the Curriculum. 11. Using Movement and Music for Transitions. 12. Bringing Movement Education Outdoors. Appendix 1. Sources and Resources.