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Build Language with Music

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Did you know that everyday experiences can become musical moments that help your baby learn to listen and talk? The benefits of music and singing for babies are endless – just think of how much we all learned through nursery rhymes and songs as we grew up!

Music nurtures all areas of development – early language, social-emotional skills, motor skills – and much more! Plus, when you add music and singing to your daily routines, you’re not only making language learning fun, but you’re also creating special bonding moments with your little one.

And remember, anyone can add music into their everyday life. Your baby doesn’t mind if you hit all the notes – they just love hearing the joy and warmth in your voice! The simple act of singing and sharing music will benefit their future listening, learning, and talking skills in amazing ways!

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  • Tips for adding music and singing into your baby’s daily routines like playtime, getting dressed, and reading
  • Simple steps for using Listening and Spoken Language (LSL) strategies as you sing to your little one
  • Helpful guidance for making observations as you share music with your baby

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  • Getting Started

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    You don’t have to set aside separate time to help your baby learn to listen and talk. You can make Listening and Spoken Language (LSL) part of everything you do with your little one! The everyday happenings and routines in your house are perfect listening and language learning opportunities. In this lesson, you’ll find helpful techniques and strategies from LSL professionals that you can incorporate into your existing, daily routines to help your baby on their journey to listening and talking.

    You don’t have to set aside separate time to help your baby learn to listen and talk. You can make Listening and Spoken Language (LSL) part of everything you do with your little one! The everyday happenings and routines in your house are perfect listening and language learning opportunities. In this lesson, you’ll find helpful techniques and strategies from LSL professionals that you can incorporate into your existing, daily routines to help your baby on their journey to listening and talking.

  • Practical Tips: How to Add Music to Everyday Moments with Your Baby

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