KINDERMUSIK FALL SEMESTER 2008

Are you ready? Are you set? Then remember to GO to KINDERMUSIK next week. Classes begin the week of September 2nd. I am excited that there are so many people that realize the importance of Kindermusik in their child's life. I can't wait to see all my kindermusik friends again and to make new friends. I know your sacrifice of time and money will be well spent. 100% guaranteed! See you soon.

FYI: Autism Spectrum Disorder in a Typical Kindermusik Setting

Have you ever wondered if your child is different, and has special needs. Below is a list of things to watch for in our Kindermusik classes that help diagnose Autism.
Village 0-18mos: Slower motor development, Lack of engagement, Difficulty with visual tracking, Delayed language development, (no babbling, screaching) HFA: Faster language development than typical, Older HFA: Elevated ability in a specific area, Autistic traits may not become apparent until 18-21 months and sometimes as early as 15 months.
Our Time 18mos-3yrs: Delayed fine and/or gross motor development (not holding instruments), Delays in expressive and receptive communication (inability to follow directions), Difficulty with transition into the classroom and from one activity to the next, Inconsistencies with behavior (behavior may correlate with activity), Aggression toward parent or other children, Aloof or lack of spatial and social awareness, Undeveloped imaginative play, Odd and/or repetitive patterns of behavior, Physical disability apparent.
Imagine That 3 1/2-5 yrs: Delays in fine and gross motor development, Delays in expressive and receptive language, Lack of imaginative play, Difficulty with transition, Inconsistencies in behavior, Aggressive behavior to self or others when distressed, Aloof/lack of spatial and social awareness, Odd speech patterns and/or intonation, Self stimulatory behaviors (possible masturbation), Perseveration of conversation topic (resurrects same thought over and over again), Odd interests, May look different.
Young Child 5-7yrs: Growing social awkwardness with peers, Limited interests, Literal thinking, Odd social interaction with peers and educator, Rigidity with schedule.

If your chid displays these basic signs there are many ways in which to get help. The University of Utah has a child development clinic to contact for diagnosis. Their number is 1-800-829-8200. Another help is The Pingree School for Autism. Their phone number is 801-581-0194. There are many ways to implement and reinforce musical learning with each autistic child through Kindermusik. My kindermusik program is 100% guaranteed to help all children no matter what their need.

Kindermusik Fall Semester begins September 2nd!

I can feel the excitement, I can hear the musik, I can see the smiles, I can taste the energy and I can smell the season and know it is time to start Kindermusik once again. I'm so excited to be teaching another year and to have the opportunity to make a difference in your child's life. See you soon for a wonderfully fun Kindermusik year!