Our Time reflects the emotional foundations of school readiness and the latest research on music and early childhood development. Our Time is a unique opportunity for parent and child to interact and learn together in an unhurried and joyful manner.

On the Go!
Our Time encourages toddlers to uncover an engaging musical world while building confidence, self-control, and communications skills. Singing, imitating sounds, rhyming, and object identification foster language skills, while creative movement to various musical “moods” develops a sense of balance, timing, and spatial awareness. Listening and turn-taking encourage blossoming social skills. Our Time reflects the emotional foundations of school readiness and the latest research on music and early childhood development. Our Time is a unique opportunity for parent and child to interact and learn together in an unhurried and joyful manner.

For the toddler, every day brings new discoveries and opportunities to explore the world. Despite a display of independence, the 1.5 to 3 year old child still longs for the safety and security of parental closeness. During this time, toddlers still relish the comfort of the familiar while also seeking the challenge of something new.

Kindermusik Our Time encourages children to be creative, to initiate their own ideas and to respond in their own ways, while the parents’ active participation gives the toddlers the security they need. Playing instruments, singing, moving, and exploring uncover an engaging musical world while building the toddlers’ confidence, self-control, and communications skills.

Curriculum Description
Age Range: 1.5 to 3 years
Class Structure: 15 classes in a semester, non-sequential
Class Length: 45 minute class each week
Class Size: Class with no more than 12 children with parents

What A Parent And Child Will Experience In Class
Instrument exploration and ensemble skill development Children will explore the physical characteristics and sounds of age-appropriate instruments which will eventually lead them to discover their potential for beat, rhythm, melody, and ensemble playing.
Vocal play Through vocal play, toddlers learn to form vowels and consonants, say words and phrases, and imitate rhythm and vocal inflection. In Kindermusik Our Time, vocal play is presented within the context of songs, chants, and activities done in class.
Exploration Time Children will love discovering specially designed instruments, textures, sounds, and movements.
Story time and early literacy Listening to stories enhances language and speech development and fosters awareness of sounds, teaches use of language, and sends the message that words and symbols have meaning. The same experiences that help toddlers learn to read a book also help them learn to read music.
Movement Activities Each class provides various opportunities for movement such as synchronized movement, group dances and circle games, and even expressive movement.
Together Time Kindermusik is the essence of quality time, allowing parents to make the most of the fleeting toddler years, giving them the time and the tools to make music and memories together in class and at home.
Expert advice A Kindermusik educator explains how the musically based activities enhance a toddler’s complete development.

Enrollment includes:

• Developmentally appropriate curriculum for parents and toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years
• 15-week semester
• Weekly 45-minute class-length varies by location
• Home Materials including Family Activity Guide, two literature books, instrument, and two CDs of music from class

Unit Description

Away We Go!
Away We Go! guides Parents and Child in exploring the exciting world of things that go! Singing, dancing and developmentally appropriate activities lead this transportation adventure to the discovery of trains, cars, buses, horses, wagons, airplanes and boats.

Home Materials: Two Music and Movement Books; Home Activity Books Two Home CDs; Child’s Carry Box or Bag; Specially Designed Instrument - Away We Go! features two harmonicas -one for the child and one for the parent.

For the past 13 years, Elaine has been teaching Kindermusik and other music & movement programs in the Kanata-Stittsville area. She was inspired to become a music instructor by her first-born son, whose love of music brought him boundless joy!

She has taught privately as well in pre-school and elementary settings. One of her most rewarding experiences has been teaching groups of children with special needs. This opportunity has given her great insight into the uniqueness of each individual child and the gifts they all bring to this world.

She has atended numerous workshops over the years, including language development, sensory play, sign language, Brain Gym, music & movement (Richardson Institute of Music), as well as her training as a Kindermusik instructor.

Elaine resides in Kanata with her husband, two children, and two cats.

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Our Time reflects the emotional foundations of school readiness and the latest research on music and early childhood development. Our Time is a unique opportunity for parent and child to interact and learn together in an unhurried and joyful manner.

On the Go!
Our Time encourages toddlers to uncover an engaging musical world while building confidence, self-control, and communications skills. Singing, imitating sounds, rhyming, and object identification foster language skills, while creative movement to various musical “moods” develops a sense of balance, timing, and spatial awareness. Listening and turn-taking encourage blossoming social skills. Our Time reflects the emotional foundations of school readiness and the latest research on music and early childhood development. Our Time is a unique opportunity for parent and child to interact and learn together in an unhurried and joyful manner.

For the toddler, every day brings new discoveries and opportunities to explore the world. Despite a display of independence, the 1.5 to 3 year old child still longs for the safety and security of parental closeness. During this time, toddlers still relish the comfort of the familiar while also seeking the challenge of something new.

Kindermusik Our Time encourages children to be creative, to initiate their own ideas and to respond in their own ways, while the parents’ active participation gives the toddlers the security they need. Playing instruments, singing, moving, and exploring uncover an engaging musical world while building the toddlers’ confidence, self-control, and communications skills.

Curriculum Description
Age Range: 1.5 to 3 years
Class Structure: 15 classes in a semester, non-sequential
Class Length: 45 minute class each week
Class Size: Class with no more than 12 children with parents

What A Parent And Child Will Experience In Class
Instrument exploration and ensemble skill development Children will explore the physical characteristics and sounds of age-appropriate instruments which will eventually lead them to discover their potential for beat, rhythm, melody, and ensemble playing.
Vocal play Through vocal play, toddlers learn to form vowels and consonants, say words and phrases, and imitate rhythm and vocal inflection. In Kindermusik Our Time, vocal play is presented within the context of songs, chants, and activities done in class.
Exploration Time Children will love discovering specially designed instruments, textures, sounds, and movements.
Story time and early literacy Listening to stories enhances language and speech development and fosters awareness of sounds, teaches use of language, and sends the message that words and symbols have meaning. The same experiences that help toddlers learn to read a book also help them learn to read music.
Movement Activities Each class provides various opportunities for movement such as synchronized movement, group dances and circle games, and even expressive movement.
Together Time Kindermusik is the essence of quality time, allowing parents to make the most of the fleeting toddler years, giving them the time and the tools to make music and memories together in class and at home.
Expert advice A Kindermusik educator explains how the musically based activities enhance a toddler’s complete development.

Enrollment includes:

• Developmentally appropriate curriculum for parents and toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years
• 15-week semester
• Weekly 45-minute class-length varies by location
• Home Materials including Family Activity Guide, two literature books, instrument, and two CDs of music from class

Unit Descriptions

Wiggles & Giggles
The more than 30 songs, 15 dances, and eight different instruments create these unique music activities, designed to reflect the importance of movement in the life of a toddler.
Home Materials: Double CD features 50 songs, sounds, and recordings of a favorite activities from class, two story books - Watch Me! and Pete and P.J., to develop early literacy skills, Home Activity Book, and specially-made pair of zigzag blocks instrument to develop rhythm and hand/eye coordination.

Away We Go!
Hop on the train, get in the car, board the plane, and Away We Go! This class focuses on transportation, a favorite topic for toddlers who are on the go, go, go! Sing and play along with favorite songs, such as “I’ve Been Workin’ on the Railroad” and “Wheels on the Bus”. Explore fast and slow, smooth and bumpy, and high and low. Read stories about ways to get around. Shiny Dinah tells the story of a train, and Giddy-Up! has a horse, speedboat, racecar, and more to help you get where you want to go.
Home Materials: Double CD featuring songs from class; two interactive story books-Shiny Dinah and Giddy-Up! to develop early literacy skills; Home Activity Book, and two harmonicas designed for toddlers.

Milk & Cookies
Make everyday home activities and chores easier and more fun with music! Cook and sing to “The Muffin Man”; dust and clean to the original song “In My House”; get ready to wash clothes to the delightful poem “Washing Machine”. Baking cookies, eating cupcakes, blowing on hot cross buns, wiggling like jelly, going grocery shopping and making tea are all represented in familiar as well as new songs. Move, play, and sing together in developmentally-appropriate activities created just for 1.5 to 3 year olds. Capture the familiar and new moments of the day and learn how music can impact your toddler.
Home Materials: Double CD featuring songs from class; two books-At My House and Cookies, two Home CDs, stir xylophone instrument, and a Home Activity Book-all arriving in a durable lunch bag.

Fiddle-dee-dee
We’ll meet many animal characters in our books, activities, and songs-each specifically chosen for a toddler’s emerging interests and physical skills. With silly, bumpy lap bounces we’ll help toddlers develop rhythm while further developing their ever-emerging language skills. With a special stringed instrument emphasis in the music from class, parents can bring home the violin, cello, and orchestra sounds to help their toddlers stay happy and engaged learners at home, too.
Home Materials: Double CD featuring songs from class; two interactive storybooks-This Little Piggy Played the Fiddle and Animal Serenade to develop early literacy skills; Home Activity Book, and a pair of Fiddlestick instruments.

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Class cancellations:

• You will receive a phone call if we cancel classes due to weather or teacher illness. These classes will be made up at the end of the session.
• There are no classes at these times:

March Break (Monday thru Saturday inclusive)

Easter Weekend (Friday thru Monday inclusive)

Victoria Day (Saturday thru Monday inclusive)

Labour Day (Saturday thru Monday inclusive)

Thanksgiving Weekend (Saturday thru Monday inclusive)

Christmas Break (from mid-December until early January)

• We will inform you of specific dates by Newsletters and flyers.

Please note the following policies:

• Please wear proper footwear in class (e.g. inside shoes, slippers, or non-skid socks). For your own health and safety, bare feet are NOT allowed.
• NO food or drinks are allowed in the classroom.
• Parents/caregivers may take turns attending classes with their child (one adult per child please).
• For the Imagine That (3½ to 5 years of age) and Young Child (5 to 7 years of age) programs, we ask that parents please be on time for “Sharing Time” at the end of each class (for your child’s sake).
• In the event of low enrollment a full refund will be issued.
• We ask that you please do not come to class if your child is sick; e.g. coughing, sneezing, runny nose (discolored discharge), fever within the past 24 hours, conjunctivitis (pink eye), etc.
• Please notify the administrator if you are aware of you or your child having come into contact with anyone that has chicken pox, fifth’s disease, hand foot and mouth disease, or any other highly contagious diseases. Some of these diseases can be very serious to pregnant women.
• There will be a $10 service charge for any returned (NSF) checks.

Make up classes:

• Make up classes will be allowed when it is possible.
• Anyone wishing to make up a missed class must call our administrator to make arrangements for this. Please do not show up at a class without making arrangements first.

Cancellation policy:

• There will be a cancellation fee of $30.00 for anyone canceling before or up to the third class of any program. The remaining tuition will be reimbursed, and material fees will also be reimbursed providing the package has not been opened.
• There are no refunds given to anyone canceling after the first three classes of any program.

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