Guiding Music and Art Experiences Chapter 21 Child Development
When does the scribbling stage start?
15 months to three years old
At what age would you expect to see animals in a child's drawing?
4 to 5 years old
What are collages?
A collection of a medium put together
What are auditory discrimination skills?
Being able to distinguish specific sounds by hearing
What colors do children think are beautiful?
Bright colors such as green, orange, red, and blue
What type of activity has a negative affect on children's creativity?
Coloring sheets/books
Children respond better to Spoken directions then to musical directions
False
If possible, you seven or eight types of rhythm instruments at one time
False
Movement activities are most successful when the children are not well rested
False
Music activities should be at a set time and place
False
Music experiences should always be structured
False
The music area should be located in a small corner of the classroom
False
The whole song method is best for teaching long songs
False
Name an art activity that stimulates the sense of smell
Ice cube blocks, shaving cream, cello painting, and spice painting
What is Pantomiming and what age would it be appropriate for?
Imitating; 5+
Why should teachers provide music experiences for children?
It is a different language, they respond better to musical directions then spoken, intellectually challenged, changes mood, uses physical and social development
What are Staples supplies?
Necessities such as paint, crayons, markers, paper, paintbrushes, and scissors
What is a chant?
Reciting what is heard; rhythmic words
If you are selecting songs for preschool, what kinds of things should you consider?
Repetitive, well known tune, tells a story, developmentally appropriate, strong rhythm, no more than one octave, and use of moods that kids can relate to
What are the first instruments introduced in the classroom?
Rhythm instruments such as drums, sticks, and tambourines
Describe the basic forms stage
Starting to understand their control, making real shapes such as triangles, circles, rectangles, and squares
Why should teachers provide art activities?
To encourage creativity, helped develop fine motor skills, and express emotions
What does tactile mean?
Touch
Adding new words to a known melody is an easy way to make a song
True
Children need to be taught how to listen
True
Children of all ages can enjoy sandpaper blocks
True
Music can be used to teach children language skills
True
Music experiences can help children build positive self concepts
True
Music is a form of communication
True
Rhythm instruments can be used to accompany the beat of a recording
True
Teachers need to have a loud singing voices
True
The best songs for young children have a strongly defined mood or rhythm
True
The children can take part in making rattlers
True
The teachers enthusiasm and enjoyment of music are more important then a polished musical performance
True
What is body percussion?
Using the body to make noise (clapping, snapping, and stomping)