We must not spoil children's experience of music by expecting too much of them for their stage of development. Activities should be enjoyable and allow the children to move to rhythms, make sounds with toys and instruments, sing, chant and listen to a variety of forms of music.
Singing with children is a good way to develop their language skills and vocabulary. Often children in this age group will sing spontaneously as they go about their day-to-day play activities.
Children enjoy experimenting with instruments and the sounds they create, so make sure that there are ample opportunities available for two- and three-year-olds to do this. Live music performances are also a source of interest for children, so encourage parents, carers or other community members who play instruments to come and share their talents in the nursery.
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