At Music Together^® we know that all children are musical and we have created a curriculum that is developmentally appropriate for all children, including those with special sensory needs. Our teachers are trained to adapt class to help support your child’s needs. We can work together to make your class experience fun, fulfilling and relaxing. Below is a list of ways that we can help in class and you can help at home. 

In addition, we know that each child learns in their own way. Tuning in to the way your child learns can help you "turn up" their learning. It can also help you relax and have more fun.We see three main learning styles in young children: visual, auditory, and kinesthetic. Howard Gardner, who developed Multiple Intelligence Theory, understood that children learn by using a combination of all their senses, but that most children naturally favor one. That primary sensory "channel" is the strongest way for the child to tune into an experience and learn. Here's a guide to help you start to identify the way your child learns best.

What Music Together Can Help With:

 - We create routine and familiarity with the hello/goodbye song and knowing the lullaby and lights off come at the end.

 - We always welcome you to step out and take a break or grab a chair and hang out away from the circle for a bit.

 - We can bring lamps (if you let us know this would be helpful) to make the room less bright (fluorescent). 

 - We can lower the volume of music for the free dance and play along.

 - We can offer soft instruments or quieter instruments for your child during the play along.

 - We always provide an age-appropriate, welcoming environment where all participation is welcome. If that is just sitting on the side, jamming in the middle, or wandering and exploring the room (safely).

 - We welcome questions, comments and concerns always and want to work with you to help support your child. 

What Families Can Do:

 - Bring noise-reducing headphones if sound is troublesome or overwhelming

 - Take a break whenever you need

 - Sing the hello song on the way to class as a way to orient your child and help them settle

 - Know that this is a welcoming environment where all types of participation or observation is accepted and appreciated 

 - Let us know if we can bring softer lighting to help or lower the volume

 - Tune in to your child’s “learning style”

 - Arrive early to let your child settle into the environment

 - In large movement, try rocking, swaying, bouncing to the beat - these motions are grounding and regulate the sensory system.

 - Play the music at home!  Knowing the songs will help your child find comfort and familiarity in the room.