Composition Theme: For July we covered Disco! July 12, 1979 is widely recognized as the day disco died, so for the month we brought it back. Listen to some famous disco songs and try some of your own. We even have some advanced challenges for anyone brave enough to try them!
Music History: This month we talked Disco! We recognized the day that disco died – and we brought it back to listen to famous artists and read about their history. Feel free to ask the lab attendant to learn more.
For Young Students: We have a new website for PBS Music Games! Play games about the fan favorite characters from PBS! We also have July Coloring pages about summer and Fourth of July. As always, our coloring pages are directed at children 6 and younger and tie into our music lessons.
Did you know coloring pages are really good for kids on their own? They improve fine motor skills, contribute to better handwriting, and prepare them for school. Coloring pages stimulate creativity as well as color awareness, recognition, and discernment. These exercises allow children to learn boundaries, structure, and spatial awareness. The pages improve hand eye coordination and focus, plus confidence and self-esteem. This is also about stress relief, therapy, and self-expression. While we always choose something related to music at MTMS, it is also good to know that these are good for the youngest students in so many other ways that will be great for their development and education!
