Silver Buttons Lesson #7

Teacher's Corner:
Sound Beginnings embraces play because it is among the most effective methods for acquiring new skills. Playing feels natural and safe to children because it is a low-risk activity that encourages repetition and experimentation, and some studies suggest that these elements of play contribute to a positive sense of self.

Learn & Grow:
A baby’s hearing is well developed at birth and by six months an infant can hear and process a wide range of sounds. The infant brain is also highly sensitized and wired for learning. So, even the very young benefit from interactive musical play. These benefits might include:
• better developed early communication skills
• earlier and more sophisticated brain responses to music.
• earlier ability to imitate and match pitch
• accelerated language acquisition
To name a few!
Optional home fun activity: Make the elephant puppet on page 35 in your workbook
(Remember, these activities are optional but can be a great bonding experience to do with your child during the week.)