Parent Perspective: Why We Love Kindermusik

Parent Perspective

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]For the Thornton’s, DeMartino’s, and Carlson’s, Kindermusik is a family event since it’s often Grandma who brings the grandchildren (who are cousins) to class at Kindermusik of the Valley. Kindermusik of the Valley is located in Burnsville, MN, and is an award-winning Kindermusik program owned by the fabulous Helen Peterson. Here’s a peek into their Kindermusik story and why Kindermusik is so special to them, as told by Kristin DeMartino. [/vc_column_text][vc_separator][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_video link=”https://vimeo.com/183819433″][vc_column_text]

Every song, every dance, every beat…

We were first introduced to Kindermusik when my oldest, now almost 5 years old, was only six months old. He attended a class with my mom and they were immediately hooked, which has resulted in each of my children, as well as my sister’s, beginning Kindermusik at a very young age.

I find it hard to put into words what this program has meant to us, but I will start by saying that our educators at Kindermusik of the Valley are phenomenal. This honestly seems like an understatement, and I really cannot say enough to truly represent how they have impacted each of my children. They are genuine, caring and have a way of bringing out a confidence and pride in each and every child they interact with. Every song, every dance, every beat of an instrument, and every idea is praised and encouraged. Creativity is endless, and I love the confidence that Kindermusik has instilled into my kids.
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Parent Perspective
Have you ever seen pure joy in an educator’s face? Here’s your reference.

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Those Special Connections

As a parent, I have also appreciated the connection Kindermusik encourages between music, body movements, and emotion. Each week the kids are encouraged to experiment, whether it be through movements or instruments, with a variety of music. It is so fun to watch them express themselves and their emotions in such a therapeutic way.

In connection with that, I have also appreciated the ease at which the majority of what we do within the class can be carried over to home. My kids love having “kitchen commotions”, “skating on paper plates”, moving with scarves, and just making music with a variety of everyday items.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]

Parent Perspective
We love to sing praises to music, too, young lady.

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Overall, I just really cannot say enough about what Kindermusik means to us. We look forward to it each and every week![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

Love… From Top to Bottom and Bottom to Top!

This week, Kindermusik educators all around the world have been celebrating “We Love Kindermusik” week.  Helen Peterson, Kindermusik educator extraordinaire and owner of Kindermusik of the Valley in Minnesota, turned We Love Kindermusik into an extra special week that celebrated not only the love she shares for Kindermusik, but also gave the Kindermusik families in her program a tangible way to show their love and care for others.  Helen asked her families to donate warm hats and diapers as part of the We Love Kindermusik Week celebrations.  Here’s part of her sweet note to her families:

Helen Peterson celebrates We Love Kindermusik WeekWe are embarking on a beautiful time of year, dedicated to love, love love!  

Share the love by giving to our service project, sharing warm ears and dry bottoms. Show your little ones how to give by picking out a hat and/or a package of diapers to pass along to children who need them.  We will take donations through February. 
Nothing like a little show of love… from top to bottom and bottom to top!  Helen’s caring act of organizing a service project is just one of the many very special ways our generous, loving Kindermusik community has celebrated We Love Kindermusik Week; and it’s just one small example of why Kindermusik teachers and Kindermusik families worldwide should be celebrated every day.
Come feel the love in a Kindermusik class near you!  Try a Free Preview Class today.