Preschool Music and Movement Workshop (Ages 3–5)

Little children learn best when their whole body is involved. This two-week workshop turns music into play, with four short live classes full of clapping, stomping, singing and dancing. Each 25-minute class is paced for preschool attention spans, switching activities every few minutes so children stay engaged without getting overwhelmed.

Every class starts with the same hello song so children know what to expect, then introduces one musical idea through movement. Learners clap the rhythm of their names, march fast and slow like different animals, shake homemade shakers in simple patterns and practice stopping and starting with freeze dance. Along the way they count beats, copy patterns and listen carefully for changes in the music, which also supports early maths and listening skills.

The teacher sings every song slowly first, models each movement on camera and celebrates every attempt. Shy children are welcome to watch first and join with a small hand movement; there is no pressure to sing alone. Parents or caregivers are encouraged to stay nearby, and some activities invite them to join in.

In the final class, children perform a mini concert of their favourite songs and moves for whoever is at home, using the shaker they made. They finish the workshop with a handful of songs and rhythm games the family can keep playing together.

How classes work

Classes meet twice a week for two weeks. Each 25-minute session has a hello song, two or three short movement games, one new song and a goodbye song. A grown-up should help set up the camera so the child's whole body is visible.

What we'll cover

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  Class 1: Hello Rhythm – Clap and stomp the rhythm of our names and learn the hello and goodbye songs.

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  Class 2: Animal Parade – Move like elephants, mice and rabbits to fast, slow, loud and soft music.

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  Class 3: Counting Songs and Shaker Patterns – Count beats in action songs and shake simple AB patterns with a homemade shaker.

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  Class 4: Freeze Dance Concert – Play stop-and-go games and perform a mini concert for the family.

No experience needed. A grown-up should be nearby to help with setup and the shaker craft.