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Peer reviewedKleszynski, Kenneth; Whiren, Alice – Childhood Education, 1982
Presents an annotated bibliography of music written specifically for young children or for occasions in which the child's enjoyment of the music is of primary importance. (MP)
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Childhood Interests, Children, Music Appreciation
Peer reviewedBrand, Manny; Fernie, David E. – Childhood Education, 1983
Points out the value of a favorable music curriculum for children two to eight years of age, advocating an emphasis on and providing guidelines for programs in vocal development, instrumental skills, and music appreciation in early childhood curricula. (RH)
Descriptors: Early Childhood Education, Music Appreciation, Music Education, Musical Instruments
Peer reviewedWarner, Laverne – Childhood Education, 1999
Notes that music instruction enhances children's self-esteem and develops a variety of skills. Presents guidelines for music programming in early education, including: (1) selecting music to help young students feel successful; (2) including movement activities; (3) using children's names whenever possible; (4) utilizing music terms to enhance…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Early Childhood Education, Music Activities, Music Appreciation
Peer reviewedHoffman, Donald H. – Childhood Education, 1975
Describes a program in South Carolina which used arts professionals in the schools to provide a unique opportunity for support by community organizations in stimulating education through the arts. Includes an address listing of all state arts agencies. (CS)
Descriptors: Aesthetic Education, Art Activities, Artists, Creative Expression
Peer reviewedCesarone, Bernard – Childhood Education, 1999
Annotates 13 recent documents and journals from the ERIC database that discuss the benefits of art and music education to children's development and academic achievement. Includes art and music education Internet sites. (LBT)
Descriptors: Art Appreciation, Art Education, Art Expression, Art Teachers
Peer reviewedMcGirr, Paula Ifft – Childhood Education, 1995
Children can complement all areas of their language learning with music, and can enhance their musical activities with language. Opportunities to experience sounds, language, and rhythmic movement support the learning and development of the whole child. Activities dealing with children's books that have musical themes, song picture books, and…
Descriptors: Books, Childrens Literature, Classroom Techniques, Early Childhood Education
