Summer Kindermusik Adventures with Preschoolers

Posted on June 9, 2008. Filed under: KI Imagine That! - preschoolers, Kindermusik Curriculum, Summer Adventures | Tags: ages 3 - 5, circus play, Kindermusik, preschool development, Preschool music class, storytelling for preschoolers, summer camp, travel activities |

Children between the ages of 3 – 5 are fully immersed in the world of the imagination.  Our Kindermusik Summer Camps allow this imagination to flourish through creative storytelling and prop play, as well as fun interactive songs, and LOTS of movement.  As the students participate independently during the majority of the class, they gain self-confidence and prepare for the the independence of preschool.  Yet the parents maintain involvement in the child’s musical life by participating for the last 15 minutes, and continuing the fun music and activities throughout the week. 

Cool crafts are also an important way to express themselves, and enhance the learning from this creative play in Confetti Days (at the circus), or On the Road.

Each educator will choose, from the following units, which to offer during their summer programs.

On the Road

Re-live your childhood, with your child. Every song is likely to revive a memory from your summer’s past. Play Eye Spy and find shapes in the clouds to pass the time. Take imaginary trips in a bus named “Van Go” to fun-filled vacation destinations such as the carnival, a summer cottage, and the beach. Home Materials include: Book, CD, Frog Guiro, and Poster.  Many educators also include fun craft activities, and/or snacks that are based on the theme.  In my classes,the children have really enjoyed making their OWN map of places they want to go.

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Confetti Days!
Throw a new party every day. Ride a carousel inside the classroom. Play a balancing game and walk on the web of ropes. Learn colors and sing the Spanish song “De Colores,” “Pop Goes the Weasel,” and “Looby Loo.” Home Materials include: CD, pair of Confetti Bells, Story Kit and Picture Folder set.  Many educators also include fun hands-on crafts and/or snacks based on the theme.  One of my favorite crafts is the making of monkey tails, and acting like the monkey in one of our favorite songs.

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Find an educator near you at www.kindermusik.com .  The educator locator includes ALL the teachers near you, as well as many of their full schedules, and contact information so you can get in on all this fun.