Category Archives: Music

Merging Music and Academics

Music is a great way to review some math and language concepts after a long break!  The brain is hard-wired to process information at its best when such information is presented in rhythm, pattern, and/or rhyme.  The brain also stores … Continue reading

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Michigan is Climbing the Ladder to Future Success!

In a race to receive some grant funding for Early Childhood programs, Michigan has done wonders to revamp standards for Early Learning Centers, curriculum and teacher accreditation. In a state where neither Preschool nor Kindergarten are mandatory steps in a … Continue reading

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Under the Boardwalk

This summer, Jake played bass for an Ultimate Do Wop Show produced by Canterbury Productions at the Little River Casino in Manistee, Michigan. I always enjoy going to these shows. Two of our good friends work at the venue, we … Continue reading

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MDAEYC Offers Educational Opportunity for Early Childhood Educators and Families

Quality early childhood programs are becoming a hot topic amongst parents, now more than ever. According to the publication “Michigan in Brief: 7th edition,” 3 of every 5 children under age 5 are enrolled in some time of childcare program … Continue reading

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Cleaning Up the Potty Mouth

    “Let’s name the giraffe — —- and the gorilla —-. My Mommy and Daddy say those names. I like them. Then they can be the Mommy and Daddy animals and we can name the kids Sweetie and Cutie, ok?” … Continue reading

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Family Fun in Your Own Backyard

    Looking for something free and fun to do with the whole family in the Downriver Michigan area?  Bring your family and friends to Allen Park’s “Every Friday” or Farmer’s Market event each and every Friday now through October!  These … Continue reading

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Helping Couples Get Engaged One Love Song at a Time

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True North Radio Network’s Summer Concert Series

True North Radio Network’s 2011 Summer Concert Series Featuring 7 Million Jigawatts Live at the Bay View Park Amphitheater in Alpena Saturday July 30, 2011 Alpena MI – True North Radio Network announces their 2011 Summer Concert Series line up … Continue reading

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Feed Your Brain with Music and Rhyme!

 I recently asked a 3-year-old I was working with, “What’s so great about music?”  He replied, “I like it.  It’s fun. I listen to it in my Dad’s truck when I went to Nana and Papa’s house.”  I later asked … Continue reading

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Use Music to Help Children Stay Healthy!

Have you ever been standing in a grocery store, waiting patiently to check out and just as the cashier begins to hand you your change, it hits- a sneeze!  Then, they politely count your money and hand it to you … Continue reading

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