The semicircular canals are three tiny, fluid-filled tubes in our inner ear that help us keep our balance. When we move our heads around, the fluid triggers the hairs that line each canal. These hairs translate the movement of the fluid into nerve messages that are sent to the brain. This is how the body knows to stay balanced (“Semicircular Canals.” 1995-2006). Interesting, huh?!
Tips for parents: Rocking, moving from side to side, and running are all physical activities that move our heads and result in helping our bodies stay balanced. This is why rocking and other healthy activity is so important to your child’s coordination and well-being. So take some time today to rock. Rocking can be calming
or energizing, depending on the need of the moment!
See how rocking is incorporated into this Kindermusik class:
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sDvwNpkNd8U&w=400&h=300[/youtube]
– Contributed by Theresa Case, whose Greenville, SC program, Kindermusik at Piano Central Studios, is proudly among the top 1% of Kindermusik programs worldwide.
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