Using Music to Enhance Emergent Literacy in Young Children

This article explores how music and movement activities support emergent literacy skills in infants and toddlers. Ms. Amy, a toddler teacher, prepares for a group activity by revisiting the song 'Five Little Ducks' and practicing the melody. During circle time, she introduces the book, engages children by asking questions, and discusses vocabulary related to the story. The children express excitement as they sing along and participate in motions. Reflecting on the experience, Ms. Amy realizes the importance of music in fostering engagement and plans to incorporate the book again with finger puppets to enhance learning.