Take Note Studio Blog

We know that Kindermusik is an investment in your child, and we want to ensure that you make the most of it. So, we put together a list of tried-and-true ways to help you do just that! 9 ways to make the most of Kindermusik:  Show up. Sounds easy enough, right? But we know it’s not. We understand how busy life can be. We also understand that children and adults get sick. Or it snows or rains or your little one finally takes a nap (30 minutes before class!). It happens. Do your best to attend each week. If you can’t make it, just let us know, and sign up for one of our make-up classes. Arrive 5-10 minutes early. Most children need a few minutes to transition into something new. Those extra few minutes give your child the opportunity to take off shoes, find a spot to sit, interact with others in class, or even to explore the room. Connect with other parents in class. When you arrive a few minutes early, it gives you time to get to know other parents who understand the unique joys (and ch

     As you child warms up to the classroom (or right off the bat), you may see him/her start to become more active in our large spaces, ie RUNNING! We staff often see looks of helplessness, frustration, embarrassment, or oblivion on the faces of parents :) Let us first say, YOU ARE NOT ALONE, and we want to help make your experience at Kindermusik a joyful one for both you and your classmates.  Here are a few tips: Level 1 (ages 0-2.5):  Once those little legs start moving, they just don't want to stop (and they get faster!) This is age appropriate. You have two jobs at this stage:  Moving WITH your child -- follow them, find ways to engage with class wherever they need to be: hold their hand, pick them up, and MODEL inhibitory control (the ability to STOP when you want to GO). This takes LOTS of practice at this stage. It's exhausting, we know, but so important and you will see the results in time, we promise!  Keeping everyone safe. If your child is causing themselves or oth