Literacy is the "ability to identify, understand, interpret, create, communicate, compute and use printed and written materials associated with varying contexts. Literacy involves a continuum of learning in enabling individuals to achieve their goals, to develop their knowledge and potential, and to participate fully in their community and wider society.” – defined by UNESCO.
By this definition, Literacy goes beyond the ability to read and write. Rather Literacy extends to developing knowledge and potential, using that knowledge and potential to reach one’s goals, and participating fully in our communities and in our societies. Research tells us that the single most important early childhood literacy activity for building knowledge and skills is having an adult read aloud to the child on a continuing basis. Kindermusik provides opportunities to read aloud in class and at home with Kindermusik literature – a unique and valuable part of your home materials, semester after semester.
Kindermusik literature integrates music, movement, creative thinking, language, awareness of sounds, and sends the message that words have meaning and books are fun. Reading aloud together builds parent-child relationships, creates a common view of the world, and often gives children the ability to relate to and express their emotions. It has been said that while reading aloud makes children smarter, more importantly it creates a whole person.
Our Kindermusik classes create a literacy experience each and every week for your child. We are committed to your child’s learning and helping them reach their potential. We invite children to dream and help build skills to reach their goals. We create an environment that invites community where each child and adult can participate fully. Choosing Kindermusik for your child is a choice for literacy.
