Why Teach This Early?

Singing is a natural and joyful way for children to express themselves musically. It develops memory, language skills, and breath control. Singing with others also fosters a sense of community and social connection.

Progressive Sub-Goals

Introduction

Singing parts of a song, like the chorus.

Developing

Singing a simple song from beginning to end with some accuracy.

Mastery

Singing multiple simple songs from memory with accurate pitch and rhythm.

Teaching Tips

1Choose songs with repetitive lyrics and simple melodies.
2Sing together as a family or in a group.
3Use gestures and actions to accompany the songs.

Global Context

Singing simple folk songs and nursery rhymes is a universal activity in early childhood education across the globe. Many cultures have a rich tradition of passing down songs from one generation to the next.