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In this episode, I dive deep into the transformative power of music education with my guest Stephanie Leavell, creator of Music for Kiddos and board-certified music therapist. You’ll discover how music serves as more than just entertainment, acting as a vital tool for child development, emotional regulation, and academic learning.
Stephanie shares practical strategies for incorporating music into early childhood education, including lesson planning tips and the critical role of repetition in learning. From her journey as a reluctant performer to becoming a passionate music educator, Stephanie offers valuable insights for teachers, therapists, and caregivers about creating engaging musical experiences.
Whether you're an educator looking to enhance your classroom practices or a caregiver interested in supporting your child's development, my conversation with Stephanie illuminates the multifaceted impact of music on young minds.
Join us to learn how to build a more musical environment that supports children's growth, emotional well-being, and learning potential.
Key topics include:
➡️Simplifying music lesson planning for early childhood
➡️Understanding children's music processing and engagement
➡️Creating supportive learning environments through music
➡️Balancing structure and flexibility in music education
➡️The emotional impact of music on child development
Episode Mentions:
Stephanie’s Other Recommended Resources:
#StephanieLeavell #MusicforKiddos #TeachingStrategies #EarlyChildhoodEducation #TeacherResources #TeacherTips #PreschoolTeacher #MusicEducation #MusicTherapy #ChildrensMusic #MusicTeacher #MusicForKids #ChildDevelopment #EarlyLearning #ChildhoodEducation #PlayBasedLearning #SensoryProcessing #TeacherPD #TeacherGrowth #EducatorResources #TeacherCommunity #MusicCommunity
When coaches, teachers, administrators, and families work hand in hand, it fosters a school atmosphere where everyone is inspired and every student is fully engaged in their learning journey.
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In this episode, I dive deep into the transformative power of music education with my guest Stephanie Leavell, creator of Music for Kiddos and board-certified music therapist. You’ll discover how music serves as more than just entertainment, acting as a vital tool for child development, emotional regulation, and academic learning.
Stephanie shares practical strategies for incorporating music into early childhood education, including lesson planning tips and the critical role of repetition in learning. From her journey as a reluctant performer to becoming a passionate music educator, Stephanie offers valuable insights for teachers, therapists, and caregivers about creating engaging musical experiences.
Whether you're an educator looking to enhance your classroom practices or a caregiver interested in supporting your child's development, my conversation with Stephanie illuminates the multifaceted impact of music on young minds.
Join us to learn how to build a more musical environment that supports children's growth, emotional well-being, and learning potential.
Key topics include:
➡️Simplifying music lesson planning for early childhood
➡️Understanding children's music processing and engagement
➡️Creating supportive learning environments through music
➡️Balancing structure and flexibility in music education
➡️The emotional impact of music on child development
Episode Mentions:
Stephanie’s Other Recommended Resources:
#StephanieLeavell #MusicforKiddos #TeachingStrategies #EarlyChildhoodEducation #TeacherResources #TeacherTips #PreschoolTeacher #MusicEducation #MusicTherapy #ChildrensMusic #MusicTeacher #MusicForKids #ChildDevelopment #EarlyLearning #ChildhoodEducation #PlayBasedLearning #SensoryProcessing #TeacherPD #TeacherGrowth #EducatorResources #TeacherCommunity #MusicCommunity
When coaches, teachers, administrators, and families work hand in hand, it fosters a school atmosphere where everyone is inspired and every student is fully engaged in their learning journey.

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