Experiences in Movement With Music, Activities, and Theory

by Pica, Rae

• ISBN13: 9780766803589
• ISBN10: 0766803589
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1999-08-11
• Publisher: Thomson Delmar Learning

Summary

This updated second edition is the complete text on understanding the role of movement in a young child's life and education. It is the only text that combines the theory and practice of how movement education addresses physical, social/emotional, and cognitive development of young children. Written for pre service and in service early childhood educators, this text covers the contents of a movement program, lesson planning, developmentally appropriate teaching methods, and choosing and using music. Also discussed are methods for integrating movement and music throughout the school-day curriculum.

Table of Contents

Preface	p. ix
Introduction	p. xiii
The Basics of Movement Education
Movement's Role in Child Development	p. 2
The Physical Domain	p. 2
The Social/Emotional Domain	p. 9
The Cognitive Domain	p. 14
Key Points	p. 22
Assignments	p. 22
References	p. 23
Movement's Role in Musical and Creative Development	p. 27
Music and the Young Child	p. 27
Creativity and the Young Child	p. 35
Key Points	p. 42
Assignments	p. 42
References	p. 43
Child Development Characteristics and Their Impact on the Movement Program	p. 45
Toddlers	p. 46
Preschoolers	p. 58
Early Elementary Children	p. 68
Children with Special Needs	p. 78
Key Points	p. 86
Assignments	p. 89
References	p. 89
Content of the Movement Program	p. 92
The Elements of Movement	p. 93
Locomotor Skills	p. 98
Nonlocomotor Skills	p. 106
Manipulative Skills	p. 113
Educational Gymnastic Skills	p. 119
Key Points	p. 125
Assignments	p. 125
References	p. 126
Planning For Movement and Music
Lesson Planning	p. 130
Creating Lesson Plans	p. 131
Developmental Progressions	p. 135
Using a Variety of Movement Themes	p. 137
Using a Single Movement Theme	p. 139
Using a Single Unit Theme	p. 141
Key Points	p. 143
Assignments	p. 144
References	p. 144
The When, Where, and What of Movement Sessions	p. 146
Scheduling	p. 147
Space	p. 150
Group Size	p. 153
Attire	p. 153
Equipment and Props	p. 154
Key Points	p. 167
Assignments	p. 168
References	p. 169
Choosing and Using Music	p. 170
Choosing Music	p. 170
Using Music	p. 175
Sample Activities	p. 189
Key Points	p. 193
Assignments	p. 193
References	p. 194
Facilitating Movement Experiences
Teaching Methods	p. 196
The Direct Approach	p. 197
Guided Discovery	p. 200
Exploration	p. 204
Key Points	p. 210
Assignments	p. 211
References	p. 211
Creating and Maintaining a Positive Learning Environment	p. 213
Tried and Tested Teaching Tips	p. 214
What about the Nonparticipant?	p. 220
What about Disruptive Behavior?	p. 221
The Role of Relaxation	p. 223
Key Points	p. 225
Assignments	p. 226
References	p. 226
Movement and Music Through the Day
Movement across the Curriculum	p. 230
Art	p. 233
Language Arts	p. 239
Mathematics	p. 242
Science	p. 248
Social Studies	p. 253
Putting It All Together	p. 257
Key Points	p. 260
Assignments	p. 261
References	p. 262
Using Movement and Music for Transitions	p. 263
Arrival	p. 265
Transitions within the Classroom	p. 269
Transitions to Outside the Classroom	p. 271
Cleanup	p. 272
Nap Time	p. 274
Departure	p. 275
Key Points	p. 276
Assignments	p. 277
References	p. 277
Bringing Movement Education Outdoors	p. 278
Playground Space	p. 280
Climbing Structures	p. 282
Balance Beams	p. 283
Tunnels	p. 284
Platforms	p. 285
Tires	p. 286
Sand	p. 287
Riding Toys	p. 287
Slides	p. 288
Swings	p. 289
Key Points	p. 292
Assignments	p. 293
References	p. 293
Developmentally Appropriate Practice in Movement Programs for Young Children Ages 3-5	p. 295
Background	p. 295
Quality Movement Programs for Young Children	p. 296
Premises of Movement Programs for Young Children	p. 297
Intended Audience	p. 299
Integrated Components of Appropriate and Inappropriate Practice in Movement Programs for Young Children Ages 3-5	p. 299
Sources and Resources	p. 308
Professional Organizations and Publications	p. 308
Relevant Publications	p. 309
Movement and Physical Education Book Publishers	p. 310
Books on Making Instruments	p. 310
Sources for Ordering Instruments	p. 311
Sources for Ordering Recordings	p. 312
Sources for Ordering Equipment and Props	p. 313
Movement Specialists and Workshops	p. 314
Glossary	p. 317
Index	p. 321
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