Music & Story Play

Sequencing activities for literacy Sequencing is an important life skill that we use in almost all of our daily activities – FIRST we put on our socks and THEN our shoes – we eat lunch AFTER breakfast and BEFORE dinner. Being able to order events helps our children to recognise and understand patterns in the world around them. In...

Our BRAND NEW lesson pack is now available for purchase from the website! We're dedicated to making your life a little easier.

2023 = simple wholesome goodness I'm stepping into 2023 with all of the lessons last year taught me. This means finding ways to make my life less complicated, less exhausting and more fun! I want to do less and achieve more. Does that resonate with you? I'm pretty sure it does. So ... ... I'm pouring all of my skills and experience...

A gift of favourite songs to replenish your heart and soul this holiday season. With all my love and gratitude. Nadia x

A gift of daisy chains & dragonflies Before I go on a two week vacation I wanted to leave you with a favourite Spotify playlist of songs to help replenish your adrenals, nurture your soul and lift your spirit. Like daisy chains and dragonflies they make my heart feel happy and light. Put it on while you bake, sip tea or even while you....

Understanding that I'm an introvert has been such a powerful realisation for me. This week's newsletter explores some of that...x Nadia

The power of the introvert... "Nadia...I just wanted to let you know, even though my son doesn't actively join in during music classes...when we get home he re-enacts the whole class in our lounge room!" I love hearing these stories from parents and am never surprised when I do. Some of us thrive in a rich sensory environment. O...

The Playful Heart Club has opened its doors to members! Take the stress out of your planning with quality music & story play lesson packs delivered to your inbox every single month!

The Playful Heart Club is OPEN! Ready to feel inspired bringing quality music & story play experiences to life with your children every single month? We'd love to welcome you into The Playful Heart Club!

This weeks newsletter is packed full of treats!

A pumpkin circle game with printables! This simple circle game incorporates movement, singing and numeracy in a group activity just perfect for Halloween – without being 'Halloweeny'. It's also a snippet from the lesson pack 'Three Little Pumpkins' – provided through our membership program The Playful Heart Club – OPENING IT'S DOOR...

In this week's newsletter we enjoy the magic of French Chansons and discover something magical about a beloved classic children's song. Subscribe to receive your newsletter every month straight to your inbox. x Nadia

Let's go to France! Bonjour mon ami! Grab your baguette and beret because this month we're off to France! For our children, hearing music in other languages, with its different musical ideas, rhythms and instrumentation, is a powerful way to develop their brain's auditory processes. Basically ... it's yet another way w...

Tired of using the same old songs and rhymes?

Ready to feel confident bringing quality music and literacy experiences to life in the classroom?

Wanting better strategies to keep children focused and not parkouring off the walls during music sessions?

Our in-service PD is here to help!
https://www.musicandstoryplay.com/in-centre-development

With over 25 years experience as an early years music and literacy educator, theatre writer, performer and published picture book author, our Music & Story Play founder Nadia Sunde will help you...

GAIN a practical understanding of how to effectively use props, puppets, simple instruments and recorded sounds to enhance literacy, numeracy, language, physical and socio-emotional development.

UNCOVER the dynamics of your voice and how to effectively use vocal tone, colour and expression to support child engagement, focus and interest.
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EXPLORE how music and story play is adaptable to provide for different sensory sensitivities and as a valuable tool for regulating little ones nervous systems (& our own!).​

UNLOCK your own innate creativity and confidence to lead Music & Story Play learning experiences that are engaging, responsive and wonder-full!

"Music and story have been the foundation of my work with children, families and communities for over 25 years and I'm SO grateful for the amazing gifts they've brought me.

I'm committed to sharing all of my practical strategies, tools and inspiration so that you have everything you need to create magical music and story play learning experiences with the children in your care.

I can't wait to work with you soon!"

x
Nadia

https://www.musicandstoryplay.com/in-centre-development

Our newsletter hot off the press! :) Nadia

My favourite music activity of all time! I absolutely adore this simple rhythmic rhyme and so do the thousands of children I've used it with. Below are some helpful tips on how to make this little gem sparkle in your music and story play sessions as well as some free flashcards to enjoy with it...let's get cooking!

For my Music and Story Play newsletter this week, I share the story of how I sang during my emergency caesarean. If you've ever doubted yourself or your voice...then you need to read it. For weekly inspiration please subscribe at -www.musicandstoryplay.com.

I sang during my caesarean. My song connected all of us in a way that nothing else could and helped me reclaim my power in a powerless situation. I was taken in for an emergency caesarean after 28 gruelling hours of labour. Shaking from exhaustion, anxiety and the effects of the epidural, I began humming to soothe myself. Know...

This week I’m part of a songwriting residency for Roller Coaster - part of a larger performance project exploring and celebrating the culture of roller derby and skating, particularly as it relates to empowerment and transformation. The stories, music and sense of playful connection are inspiring and so magical. Forever grateful to work in this way.

Here it is! A gorgeous playlist to start your childcare, school or home day with a pocket full of sunshine! Some of my favourite songs and artists on this one. And don't worry - it's adult friendly too! x Nadia

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4SGX953BfGY0lM3G44AZ0P

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