Little Tots of Tidewater is Hampton Road’s newest parent-child music and movement program. Keeping both stay-at-home AND working parent’s schedules in mind, there are classes offered during the weekdays as well as the weekends! Each class is 30 minutes long and suitable for ages 8-months to 4-years old. In this enriching environment, we play our instruments to rhythmic patterns, tap along to the beat, and express ourselves through movement. We work with children’s songs, nursery rhymes, poems, as well as upbeat contemporary hits. Various materials such as rhythm sticks, bean bags, egg shakers, scarves, tambourines, parachutes, bubbles, and more are provided!
Early childhood is the perfect time to start this program, as there are so many benefits to enrolling your child in Little Tots of Tidewater!
- Preparation for Formal Education: Early exposure to music lays the foundation for future musical learning and may enhance readiness for formal music education later in life
- Enhanced Bonding: The shared experience of music and movement further strengthens the bond between parents and children.
- Motor Skills Development: Activities involving props like rhythm sticks, bean bags, egg shakers, and scarfs encourage the development of fine and gross motor skills, enhancing coordination and balance.
- Cognitive and Language Development: Listening to different genres of music stimulates cognitive development, promoting language acquisition, pattern recognition, and memory skills in children.
- Social Interaction: Group activities with props like parachutes promote social interaction, teamwork, and cooperation, helping children learn important social skills.
- Emotional Expression: Music and movement provide a safe outlet for children to express their emotions, promoting emotional intelligence and self-awareness.
- Sensory Stimulation: Activities with different textures and sounds from the various materials used in class provide sensory stimulation, enhancing sensory integration and awareness.
- Confidence Building: Engaging in music and movement activities in a supportive environment boosts children's confidence, as they gain a sense of achievement through their creative expressions.
- Joyful Learning: The combination of music, movement, and play makes learning enjoyable, encouraging a positive attitude towards education and fostering a love for music from an early age.
The current March-April term is currently enrolling, so visit www.littletotsoftidewater.com to enroll today! Space is limited and some classes fill up quickly!
