6 of Diamonds
Music Therapy
Medium Level
Music makes us feel good!
Music is a powerful form of therapy for your brain and body, so play that song you love!
Find a song that gets you grooving! You can use an electronic device like your iPad to play your favourite songs on YouTube or check out some CDs at home. Just press play and enjoy the music in your bedroom, living room, or even in the car on the way to school.
It’s a fun way to boost your energy and start your day!
Music makes us want to move our bodies and sing along. Playing your favourite songs each day can help release feel-good chemicals in your brain. Maybe begin to create your own playlist and share these with friends.
Researchers from the Southern Medical Association found that music can enhance wellbeing, reduce stress and improve the mood of children! By providing a sense of comfort and relaxation.1
Small changes CAN make a big difference – that’s what the 1% Kids’ Club is all about.
Further evidence in music’s benefits on children:
17 Evidence-Based Benefits of Music Education – WeTheParents
- Incorporating music into children’s learning can be highly effective. For example, creating songs to help remember subjects like division or multiplication in math can make learning more engaging.
- Starting the day with a welcoming tune chosen by the students can set a positive tone and bring excitement for the morning.
- If resources allow, instrumental sessions during school can be both fun and educational, teaching patience and focus. These sessions also provide a refreshing break from studying, helping children relax and prepare for the next class.
Why not try making a playlist for your child?
This can be done on platforms like YouTube or Spotify Kids, to curate different playlists for various times of the day. For instance, you could have an energetic playlist for the morning to help them wake up and a calming playlist for the evening to help them wind down. This can make daily routines more enjoyable, such as brushing teeth or getting into pyjamas.
- Kemper, K.J. and Danhauer, S.C., 2005. Music as therapy. South Med J, 98(3), pp.282-8