In the human brain, the temporal lobe is our Language learning center — the very same area that processes music when we hear it. Doesn’t that make for an interesting discovery?
Imagine what this means for children’s development. Children learning first- and second-languages; using music can make things a little easier. For example, infants learn to recognise the musical aspects of a language before they can even process-specific words. So having a good ear for music is sure to help them learn any language! But of course, listening is just one part of language learning.
One of the other important elements is reading and writing. When it comes to these skills, music is more useful than we even realise!
Listening to music helps with recognising individual sounds that make up words and then associate them with written symbols. This ability is even more enhanced when we listen to the different notes, pitches, and rhythms in music. So, listening to songs with your kids in the early years is a wonderful way to get their cognitive gears turning!
How VernacME uses music for learning!
Our Greetings songs/chants are a great way to help kids learn greetings in their home language. Sing and dance along all together, and enjoy the catchy lyrics which will have your kids reciting their Greetings in no time.
Our various home language Greeting Songs with lyrics are an easy way to get kids repeating words and sounds in an exciting and motivating way. As they listen, learn, and sing along, kids will learn new vocabulary and familiarise themselves with the rhythm and pronunciation of the language without even realising they’re learning.
So to all our VernacManiacs and Mom and Dads, follow us on our social media pages and check out our website to get our greetings songs and start singing, dancing and learning.
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