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Bright start music : a developmental program for music therapists, parents, and teachers of young children / Darcy Walworth, PhD, MT-BC.

Author/creator Walworth, Darcy author.
Other author/creatorAmerican Music Therapy Association.
Format Software, Book, Print, and Electronic
Publication Info Silver Springs, Maryland : American Music Therapy Association, Inc., [2013]
Copyright Notice ©2013
Description480 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm + 1 CD-ROM (4 3/4 in.)
Subject(s)
Contents Introduction and supporting background information. Factors that impact caregiver and infant interactions ; Music and early intervention/early childhood special education ; Bright start pilot project -- Bright start music. Curriculum ; Getting started ; References -- Settings and session plans. Session plans for caregivers present (parent instructions or comments included) ; Developmental music groups without parent involvement ; References ; Session plans for groups without caregivers present (no parent instructions or comments included) ; Abbreviated session plans for use in circle time ; Skill area/domain-specific session plans targeting motor or communication/language -- Supplemental materials and resources. Developmental skill charts grouped by ages ; Developmental skill charts grouped by domains ; Developmental skill addressed in each session ; Alphabetical lyric and chord sheets ; Indexed songs ; Visual aids ; Instrument and materials list ; References ; CD songs list.
Abstract This book grew out of the need to provide developmental services for premature infants after going home from the hospital. While many parent-infant music groups are available to promote bonding and development, the need to create and inclusion-based, comprehensive developmental program for children at risk for developmental delays became evident. The curriculum is structured to identify specific developmental skills that can be demonstrated, practiced, and mastered through music engagement. Although this program is rooted in the profession of music therapy, the resources in this curriculum can be implemented by early childhood educators or staff working in child care facilities, community groups, or hospitals. The various formats of engagement highlighted in this program provide the user with many options for targeting developmental interactions. All of the developmental skills that can be observed while young children engage in music interactions are outlined, providing a rich resource for anyone interested in specifically targeting developmental skill achievement. Visual aids, suggested materials, chord sheets, and audio files are included to enhance the usefulness of this program. All of the songs used in this curriculum either were written by music therapists or songwriters specifically for use with young children, or are in the public domain. With over 100 songs, this curriculum provides a wide diversity of song choices to use with young children who are constantly moving, growing, and changing.
Local noteJOYNER MUSIC LIBRARY BOOK ACCOMPANIED BY SOFTWARE LOCATED AT CALL NUMBER: MusicLib SW-75.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references.
Technical detailsCD-ROM contains MP3 files, playable on computers with media players and MP3 compatible CD and DVD players.
ISBN9781884914300
ISBN1884914306

Available Items

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Music Music Stacks ML3920 .W256 2013 ✔ Available Place Hold
Music Music Media - Ask at Circulation Desk SW-75 ✔ Available Place Hold