North Carolina Early Learning and Development Progressions: Birth to Five

Domain: NC Foundations for Early Learning: Cognitive Development (CD)

Subdomain: Creative Expression

Goal: Children demonstrate self-expression and creativity in a variety of forms and contexts, including play, visual arts, music, drama, and dance.

Skill Progression: Music/dance

Age: 6-8 Months

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Babbles rhythmically

Situations for Observation of Skill

Observe the child lying or sitting while adult softly sings to the infant.

Elicitation Strategy

Play music, sing, and move your body to the music.

Behavior Observed

See if the baby moves and starts to make noise too.

Routines-based Intervention (Embedded Instruction)

Reinforce the importance of singing and talking to the baby. Rocking, slow dancing, and bouncing together is also important. All bring the infant and adults into close contact and communication, enhancing attachment and communication. Movement and singing also lay the foundation for music appreciation later on.

 North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, 2015

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