Everyday Music Making for Babies (0-6 Months): Time-Tested Songs, Rhymes, and Activities to Nourish

The intimacy of sharing musical moments with young children is one of life's precious joys-- and research points to the importance of music for a child's growing brain. Just as a treasured cookbook from a great-grandmother guides you in recreating a cherished meal, this book is your companion for everyday music making with your little one, filled with nourishing favorites. Each time-tested song and rhyme harnesses the wisdom of generations of caregivers and is filled with wonder. Think of this as your musical cookbook. Consult the " recipe" and follow each step carefully as you use a rhyme or song with your baby. To help, this book includes: - Recordings and videos available via QR code. - Research about the benefits of music and how babies become musical. - Techniques to use with the different song types (for example, bounces for a newborn, how to keep the beat on tiny bodies, lullabies for sleep time). - Handwritten tips and ideas about how to create a musical home. - Music notation with lyrics and chords. - Pages to document favorite songs and rhymes from your own culture as a keepsake for your family. Everyday Music Making for Babies empowers parents and caregivers to build a beautiful connection with their baby through music.