1. Read Together There’s a strong connection between the skills required for reading books and reading music, and you can enhance both reading literacy and music literacy by reading with your child. It’s a great way to sneak in some calming snuggle time too!...
All welcome for activities, Kindermusik classes, special musical guest, and more!
Testimonial from Jennifer B. On a personal note, I wanted to share with you what my feedback was about the class. My son hasn’t really loved anything music or group singing in general lately. He likes singing at home with me but if we...
This music-filled class for 2 to 3 year old children celebrates the unique joys of your growing child. Each week your child will love singing, dancing, and playing instruments with you and her new friends and you’ll love helping her practice a wide variety...
The 2016-17 Kindermusik Playdate Schedule is now available for online viewing and PDF download. Call today to secure your child’s spot in any of our fantastic Playdate events.
Rachel Beretta and David Isaac were at Kindermusik of Cambridge in the 1990’s until they graduated from the Young Child program. Both went on to study piano and theory, achieving their Grade 8 RCM and Grade 2 Rudiments. Childhood friends and classmates, it was...
Below is an article written by a Kindermusik mom, former Kindermusik teacher , and music instructor: Amber Morphy. This may be of particular interest to our private students and Young Child course graduates: It is that time of year already. Time to think about...
Join us for some big-time, animal fun at our May Playdate… ANIMALS EVERYWHERE! Friday May 13 th or Monday May 16th 10:00-11:00 am We’ll sing, dance, bounce and play to songs about elephants, horses, penguins, monkeys, kangaroos and more. We’ll start with 15 minutes...
Last month, The New York Times reported on new research conducted at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology involving the most musical of organs: the brain. Professors Nancy Kanwisher and Josh H. McDermott, and postdoc fellow Sam Norman-Haignere have proven that there are neural pathways dedicated to experiencing...
7 Years of Kindermusik…We have a plan! Kindermusik is a 7 year research based program for your child’s Brain, Body, Heart, and Soul. Your child will explore, imagine, dance, sing, create, grow, love, and learn; contributing to all areas of development and wellness. Kindermusik incorporates music...
Music moves us. It’s a plain and simple truth, common to human beings all around the world since time began. In fact, it’s happened to you. You hear a certain song, and it instantly and vividly takes you back to a specific time, place,...
Hello everyone. This letter is regarding Registration for 2016/17. Thank you for your support! A number of you have reached out to me personally to assist with scheduling, referrals, and providing input on assisting our families in scheduling. You value the Kindermusik programs as...
It continues to amaze me the good people I meet who are graduates of the Kindermusik Program! Once the small children running, laughing, singing, and learning in the rooms of Kindermusik. I would like to introduce you to Jesse Parent of Jesse Parent Music. I’ve...
Our Favourite “I Love You Rituals” from Dr. Becky Bailey At the heart of Dr. Becky Bailey’s transformative Conscious Discipline approach are her “I Love You Rituals.” When used with intention and consistency, Dr. Bailey’s poems and songs are powerful tools that help children...
Join us for music, dancing, fun… and a little touch o’ the Irish! Irish-themed activities that will have you dancin’ a jig from class to home! And our family friendly, multi-age class setting (ages to 7 yrs) makes our March PlayDate the perfect choice for anyone. From playing instruments to dancing together to a delightful Story Time to a joyful
What Kids Want: Quality Time with Us Yep…it’s an ad, but research bears the premise out. And it’s not just time; it’s quality time. Through her research, Dr. Amy Hsin, a sociologist at Queens College in NYC, highlights what most of us already knew deep...
Parenting Playlist: Music To Help Children Focus Sharing a creative idea from Kindermusik International and Dr Boyle. Remember everyone’s favourite purple dinosaur? Perhaps not everyone’s favourite, but I bet you remember his Clean Up song! Dr. Boyle used that song constantly with his two sons...
Love somebody, yes we do Love somebody, and it’s YOU, YOU, YOU! Here at Kindermusik, love is in the air! Did you know that 2016 marks our 29th year making music with local families? Our very first students are now in their late 20’s...
FEBRUARY 16 TO MARCH 21 Please note that since there are no classes on Family Day (Feb 15) and March Break (Mar 14-19), Monday classes will finish the themes below on March 21) Get a sneak peek at February’s exciting new themes FEB...
A Valentines Playdate Come sing, dance & play with us! You and your child will delight in our whimsical selection of off-the-beaten path love songs like: “I Love the Mountains,” “Little Sacka Sugar,” and “Parrot Talk.” There are some cuddly standards, too, like “Love...
It’s that time of year again when we all resolve to … lose weight exercise enjoy life more spend more time with family and friends spend wisely Did you know that Kindermusik can help you keep all of these resolutions? You spend less time...
Brand new themes beginning January 18th! For unit descriptions, click here: JANUARY THEMES, 2016
Safety = Learning By Jamie Sterling Brain Rules for Baby: How to Raise a Smart and Happy Child from Zero to Five is John Medina’s follow-up to his bestselling Brain Rules. It is an absolutely delightful read, full of parenting and even grand-parenting altering...
I received a great question from one of our Kindermusik moms the other day and thought others may be wondering about the same thing, so I am re-posting it here… Alaina wants to learn vocal/piano…what do you think? She is 4. ~Michelle Malott, via...
You’ve likely noticed how your child will repeat the same thing over and over and over, whether it be an action, a sound, a behavior. Sometimes it’s enough to drive you nuts! Did you know that your child is repeating that something until he...
Enjoy these “Made in the Shade” Activities for All Ages, – 7 years Join your BABY for an indoor dip in the “pool”… without the hassle of sunscreen or lots of gear! For an enriching pre-nap activity, why not suit yourself and your cutie for a dip in your very own heated indoor pool
You, your family & friends are cordially invited to a … FREE PIRATE & PRINCESS FAMILY FUN DAY! Sunday June 14 1:30-3:00pm @Kindermusik of Cambridge, 2-180 Sheldon Drive Help us celebrate the end of a great school-year Delight in a special theme-related class led...
We love that Kindermusik has never been a “one size fits all” program. This has never been more true than with our new curricula and age groupings. While Kindermusik is generally divided up into several core levels, you have choices, depending on your child’s...
Our 2015-2016 school-year runs Sept 12 to June 25 under the direction of our new owner, Richard L’Abbe, in the same great location and with the same fabulous instructors. Enroll today to reserve your space! BONUS!!! You could win FREE TUITION for the entire...
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Take advantage of our unlimited class policy! If you have missed any classes due to illness or vacations, or you just want to make music more often, be sure to take advantage of our Unlimited Class Policy before the school-year ends next month. There’s...
May 14, 2015: GREAT NEWS!!! Dear Families & Friends of Kindermusik of Cambridge, I am thrilled to announce that Richard L’Abbe, who owns and operates Queen Street Music School in Cambridge (Hespeler) will become the new owner of Kindermusik of Cambridge on July 1st,...
Simply Music has students playing contemporary, classical, blues, gospel and accompaniment pieces – right from their very first lessons even if they’ve had no musical experience. Kindermusik graduates delight in this method because it is taught in groups and is fun! The goal of...
Dear World, We Love You. Looking for a fun, meaningful way to celebrate Earth Day? Bring all the kids for a very special Kindermusik Playdate called “Dear World, We Love You”. In this exploration of songs, rhymes, games and dances from around the world,...
Join us from April 21 to May 25 for these brand new themes: Cuddle & Bounce (0-1’s): Mama Goose Sing & Play (1-2’s): Yum! Wiggle & Grow (2-3’s): Silly All Over Laugh & Learn (3-4’s): On the Go! Move & Groove (4-5’s): Dance with...
Dear KW Kindermusik Families, Adrian and I are thrilled to introduce ourselves as the new owners of KW Kindermusik. Most of you know me as Mrs. H. I’ve been a Kindermusik educator for about 14 years and both our children have been Kindermusik kids....
February was We Love Kindermusik month and what a lot of love we shared! Thank you to everyone who… decorated the studio with a colouring sheet lit up our bulletin board with a smiling face came to class in their jammies brought a friend...
From the exploratory play of babies and toddlers to the complex games enjoyed by teens, at every age and stage, play gives children a wonderful way to explore new ideas, develop their skills, work through anxiety or stress, and entertain or calm themselves. Kindermusik...
It’s all about fun and learning. Check out our new themes this month! https://www.kindermusikcambridge.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/MARCH-THEMES-2015.pdf
We’re having a BIG BOOK BLOW-OUT SALE during the month of March, but when they’re gone, they’re gone…so shop early! Prices include tax. Cash & carry or charge to your credit card on file. REGULAR PRICE NOW 20% OFF! BUY 3 & SAVE BIG!...
Feb 13, 2015 Dear Families & Friends of Kindermusik of Cambridge/KW, I am writing to inform you about some major changes that will be happening in the coming months. Firstly, I have made the decision to retire from Kindermusik at the end of this...
This study was the first to make a concrete link between dopamine release and musical pleasure. The findings offer a biological explanation for why music has played such a significant role in major emotional events around the world since the beginning of human history....
For some of you, this may be your first experience in a Kindermusik class, or maybe with any kind of structured activity for your child, or maybe it’s your child’s first experience in the next level of Kindermusik. You may be thinking, “Oh no! ...
We have the perfect answer to “What are we going to do today?” Join us for our January Playdate! Friday, January 15th or Monday, January 18th 10:00-11:00am @ our Cambridge Studio A Kindermusik Playdate is… Convenient–a one-time,...
There is so much to look forward to in our themes this month for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and big kids. Click the link to find out what’s in store for you and your child, January 17 to February 13… JAN THEMES, 2015
We love when you share your love of Kindermusik with friends, but are you getting the rewards you deserve? Did you know that we have “Preview” and FREE CLASS PASS cards you can pop into your pocket or purse to hand out to friends...
Did you know that every newborn communicates during at least their first 3 months using five distinct sounds that signal hunger, tiredness, need to burp, lower wind/gas and discomfort. This is regardless of the language their parents speak. It is not a learned language....
Did you know? The arts, including Kindermusik, qualify for tax refunds and credits! Check out the article below to learn about the government’s arts-friendly/ family-friendly initiatives. You can print a statement of fees-paid right from MY ACCOUNT on our website. Children’s activities can reap...
At this time of year, it is a common practice to give a small gift to babysitters, teachers, and others who have made a difference in our lives. However, instead of buying a gift, why not make a donation in honour of that special...
Free music with $50 Gift Certificate purchase Are friends and relatives looking for a gift this season for your child that will be more interesting than the box it came in? Something that will last longer than a day? Well, look no further. The...
There is so much to look forward to in our themes this month for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and big kids. Click the link to find out what’s in store for you and your child… DEC THEMES, 2014
Join us for some December Playdate fun… Jingle Jangle Friday December 12th OR Monday December 15th 10:00-11:00 am 180 Sheldon Drive, Unit 2, Cambridge OR Friday December 19th 10:00-11:00 am 60 Bathurst Drive, Unit 18, Waterloo A Kindermusik Playdate is… A one-time, one-hour class...
Looking for that perfect gift this holiday season for the little music maker in your family? It’s a good idea to have a variety of musical instruments available to choose from at home because when your child expresses her preference for an instrument, sound...
A recent article in Huff Post Parents cites MUSIC CLASSES as the #1 gift for kids that is not a toy. Kindermusik helps your child develop better language, literacy, listening, executive function, coordination skills, and more, all in a fun & nurturing setting, and...
Take your class home with you. You have the resources right at your fingertips! Engage with the Kindermusik@Home resources… …found online, ready and waiting for every family enrolled at Kindermusik of Cambridge/KW. The content is responsive, age appropriate, designed to promote interaction with...
Take 25% off all shaker-type instruments Free CD with any book purchase (Cambridge store only) All specials while quantities last.
Riding the Little Red Caboose with Family All Around Me, it’ll be Time For Lunch when we’re Out & About. We’ll Join The Parade as we listen to The Melody of Nature and Yodeley-he-hoo our way through the mountains of Europe. There is so...
Join us this month for our November Playdate… Friday Nov 14 or Monday Nov 17 Kindermusik of Cambridge 10:00-11:00am OR Friday Nov 21st KW Kindermusik @ Contemporary School of Dance, Waterloo,10:00-11:00am Kindermusik Playdates are… Convenient—one-time, 1-hour classes with a parent or caregiver Flexible—for children...
The month of October brings so many things to be thankful for… The harvest of a fruitful summer Warm days and crisp nights Halloween tricks & treats Trees aglow with yellow, orange, red and gold Dappled sunlight on a hike through the woods Turkey,...
Music and movement are magical ingredients to learning for both parent and child. A baby’s first communication is through movement. A toddler will respond immediately to lively music with what seems to be humorous gyrations but to him are quite serious attempts to coordinate...
For most families, the summer is a little different than the other months of the year. You may be wondering how to make the summer special, give yourself a bit of a break from the norm, but also keep the routines as predictable as...
Our February Service Project For the month of February, we focus our thoughts, prayers and actions on Kindermusik student, 4 year old Katie Herron, who without an urgent stem cell donor match will not survive her second bout of cancer. We ask you all...
5th Annual Charity Bake Sale December 9-14, 2013 In support of local children with special needs in Kindermusik As you prepare for the festive season ahead, don’t forget about our 5th Annual Charity Bake Sale, December 9-14! Cookies, squares, and more will be available...
How Do Young Children Learn? Through play This is what children do; this is their “work.” Think of how quickly the children learn the procedure of playing the “Mouse, Mousie” game, learn to wait until “Run!” to move, and learn to sing the song...
At Kindermusik, we understand just how unique and precious the first year can be for both parents and babies. The first year of a baby’s life is filled with, well, lots of firsts: first time holding your little one, first smile, first bath, first...
This past June, we were contacted by the property management at 900 Guelph Street to renew our lease, which was to expire at the end of this month. Unfortunately, we were not in a financial position to be able to accept the 40% increase...
Let’s face it. Change is hard. We know you have questions about the new monthly themes and digital home materials, so we created this Q&A forum just for that purpose. Let’s talk! 1. What do the Digital Home Materials include? 2. How much screen...
Priority Registration begins April 15th! As one of our favourite people, we want to give YOU the chance to re-enroll for fall before we open up registration to the general public on May 1st. Take this opportunity to reserve your child’s spot in the...
Choose between two, new four-week sessions in June or July, or a one-time playdate camp in August. Priority enrollment now open for our current families. Hurry…enrollment opens to the public April 1. Receive a $5 Early Enrollment Bonus per child if deposit and...
From the exploratory play of babies and toddlers to the complex games enjoyed by teens, at every age and stage, play gives children a wonderful way to explore new ideas, develop their skills, work through anxiety or stress, and entertain or calm themselves. Kindermusik...
What are the benefits of looking in the looking glass? Here’s how mirror play helps bolster your newborn’s development. What’s a newborn’s favourite thing to look at? A toy? Nope. A geometric shape? Not really. Your baby’s preferred view: a human face. She’s not...
Is Your Child Ready for the Next Level of Kindermusik? For most of our programs, including Village, Our Time and Imagine That, the natural time to move up to the next level of Kindermusik, if your child is at a transitional age of 1-1/2...
In 2005, a study was conducted by Adam Winsler, Ph.D, and graduate student, Lesley Ducenne, in the Department of Psychology at George Mason University. The researchers were looking at “The Effects of Kindermusik on Behavioral Self-Regulation in Early Childhood”. The 15-month study included 91...
We’re thrilled that you are enrolled in our Kindermusik program here at Kindermusik of Cambridge/KW. Your class is led by a Licensed Kindermusik Educator who has all sorts of wonderful things to share with you as you enjoy this precious time with your child and help...
With the spring semester winding down, Kindermusik Summer Camps are just around the corner! Join us for a short, sweet, and cheap five-week program through June. All June camps $96 + HST For the wee ones… Busy Days (newborn to 18 months) Set your...
Kindermusik’s top programs making the switch Studies show that sustained enrolment is simply better for a child. That’s why more programs and parents are choosing to stay in activities for the long haul. We’re beginning to see this trend in lots of extra-curricular activities,...
As you’ve probably heard by now, here at Kindermusik we are implementing some improvements centered around enrollment and payment for the new school-year. We want you to be in-the-know about why we’re making these improvements and how they affect you and your family. Below,...
Q: I notice that the Our Time classes will be extended to 45 minutes, but I want to bring my 2 and 4 year olds at the same time each week. Does that mean there are no more concurrent Our Time classes with Imagine...
Although it is necessary to indicate age ranges for Kindermusik curricula, these age ranges are considered to be overlapping and flexible. Talk with your child’s teacher for an accurate assessment and placement of your child in the appropriate Kindermusik class. It is particularly important...
Young children are very curious about the world around them, eager to explore and make discoveries. This natural curiosity is an important component in the development of creative thought. Kindermusik Adventures Summer Camps draw on your child’s natural curiosity and nurture it to support...
Thank you to everyone who entered our free semester of Kindermusik contest by registering for Spring Semester by December 1st. Our winner was 2-1/2 year old Jamie Hallman, who is registered in Mrs Murray’s Wed 10:30 Our Time class at our Kitchener location. Jamie...
Our 3rd Annual Holiday Bake Sale will take place at both our Cambridge and Kitchener locations from December 3-9 during class hours, while quantities last. ALL proceeds will go to the Joshua Walker Scholarship Fund for Children with Special Needs in Kindermusik. As you...
Your Kindermusik Home Materials One of the things I love most about Kindermusik is that it is much more than a weekly class. That’s one of the reasons why it’s such a great value. For example, your At Home materials are just the tools...
Black & Orange Week October 24 to 31 Dress in your black and/or orange clothes when you come for class the week of October 24-31! Please note that there will be no classes the evening of October 31st. Halloween Family Fun Night October 27,...
Summer’s longer days and warmer weather reminds us to mellow out and slow down the pace of our hectic lives. This is the season for “capture the flag” and “capture the moment” and Kindermusik is here to help you make memories. Try some of...
Summer means extra long days and a bedtime while the sun is still shining. Often, little ones reject the idea of bedtime before the sun goes down! We’ve got a few suggestions for activities to ease the transition to sleep. Take BABY on a...
Family vacations are intended to be relaxing, fun and refreshing. With the change in routine and the extra dose of togetherness, vacations also have the potential to make us stressed and tired. With this in mind, here are three words of travel advice: USE YOUR MUSIC – your...
Meet the Barber’s The following is a letter received last month on the occasion of the graduation of the youngest child of the Barber family. It is reprinted with permission and gratitude. Dear Mrs. Jacques, I just wanted to say a big thank you...
Join us for our June Playdate Picnic Day! Friday June 3 10:00-11:00am with special guest *Monkeynastix will be appearing at our Cambridge location following the music activities June is the perfect time of year to celebrate all things “picnic-y”. We’ll sing, dance, bounce and...
For every one of our families! ParentsCanada Group is Canada’s oldest and largest publisher of parenting magazines. At ParentsCanada Group it is their mission to provide Canadian parents with the most timely and important information for the many stages of parenthood, from pregnancy through...
Watch two-year-old Kindermusik of Cambridge student, Kate, sing and play two selections on her guitar. Amazing and very advanced from the perspective of singing development in the young child. I love how carefully, yet casually, she tunes her guitar between songs, while taking the...
With the spring semester winding down, Kindermusik Mini-Sessions are just around the corner! Join us for a short, sweet, and cheap 45-minute, five-week program through June. June camps $96 / Family Time $125 for up to 3 kids per family! For the wee ones...
If your child is starting Junior Kindergarten this fall, you’re likely suffering from an annoying malady we like to call, “The JK Jitters”. Anxiously awaiting the school calendar to come out? Wondering what days/times your child will be attending school? Wanting to schedule their...
CTV.ca News Staff Date: Thu. Apr. 21 2011 11:03 AM ET Those endless hours of scales, triads and minuets can sometimes get dull, but there could be long-term benefits to music lessons. A new study suggests learning a musical instrument as a child could...
Meet the McIntyre Family Our family began our K-W Kindermusik journey more than 6 years ago when our first child was born and we have been there ever since. All three of our kids have thoroughly enjoyed their experience, as have my husband and...
Alison Fraser is a married, mother of three young girls who all attend Kindermusik in Cambridge, Ontario. By day, she is an environmental toxicologist and by night, a passionate advocate for children’s education in rural Tanzania. Her story began a few years ago when...
Please be advised that that Kindermusik classes today and this evening will be canceled due to a severe weather alert issued by Environment Canada. Classes will be made up at the end of the semester. We apologize for any inconvenience caused. It’s a good...
We started attending Kindermusik when my daughter, who is now seven, was just three weeks old. We were living in a big city where I didn’t know anyone, and it was the dead of winter. Being a new mom I was unsure of so...
Kindermusik Radio has arrived, and we have an app for that! The Kindermusik Radio app offers a parent-child activity for every song, and each activity is designed to engage and entertain young listeners as well as stimulate early childhood development. Research shows that music...
From the February 2011 Trumpet Print Edition What the ayatollah, Darwin and Freud were missing out on By Ryan Malone “It’s better that our dear youth spend their valuable time in learning science and essential and useful skills.” Those were the words of Ayatollah...
Apparently, a lot of you enjoyed the article from last week about Your Brain On Music by Daniel Levitin. Here’s a little more info from the book I thought I’d share… “Right from birth and through the early years, the brain undergoes a period...
When I started my teaching career, 25 years ago, everyone believed that the left side of the brain was responsible for logic and math, and the right side was for music, art and all things creative. You were either one or the other. But...
To help parents with the cost of enrolling their children in activities that encourage them to be healthy and active, the Ontario government has passed legislation to introduce a new Children’s Activity Tax Credit. This would be the only tax credit in Canada provided...
When: Wednesday December 1st 10:15-11:00am Where: Saint Luke’s Place Auditorium, 1624 Franklin Blvd, Cambridge (H) What: Village with Seniors Bonus Class…it’s FREE! Who: You & your baby, infant to 17 months Why: Come experience a class like no other! It’s a multi-generational class, taught...
Kindermusik of Cambridge/KW: Benefits of Early Music Education: “By Beth Anspach, MT If you’ve been involved in Kindermusik currently or in the past, you have probably already seen evidence of the benef…”
This woman is 106 yrs old – the world’s oldest Holocaust survivor and a musician with a wonderful – POSITIVE – OPTIMISTIC outlook on life. If you are like me, you will feel “touched” by her testimony! I hope you will take 12 minutes...
Do you have a relative, neighbour, friend, or co-worker who has just had a baby? We would love you to be a Kindermusik New Baby Ambassador. We have assembled a beautiful “Kindermusik Diaper Bag” containing information about our program, along with a Preview Class...
Come to class the week of October 25-30 dressed in Black &/OR Orange clothes! (No costumes please. Save those for our Halloween Family Fun Night…read on…)
@ Kindermusik of Cambridge/KW180 Sheldon Dr, Cambridge or 900 Guelph St, KitchenerFriday October 29th, 6:30-7:30pm Dress in your costume, and enjoy some Halloween songs,stories and games, treats and a costume parade! Friends & family welcome to attend!RSVP by clicking here.
The Kindermusik Connect Conference Series is all over now, the last of 10 ending yesterday in Cambridge, Ontario. Nearly 60 educators from across Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia and Alberta connected through song, dance, harmony and sharing at the Cambridge Connect Conference. One of the...
Hey parents! Cambridge has been chosen as one of 10 location across North America and Europe, where Kindermusik Summer Conferences will be held this year. The theme of these conferences is Connect: Community-Customers-Class-Colleagues. The Cambridge event is coming up at the end of August....
Hey Parents, we thought you’d get a kick out of seeing this little video that was put together yesterday at the Cambridge studio to promote our upcoming Kindermusik Educator Conference happening this August. A special thank you goes to Deb Carbone’s Tuesday 9:30 Village...
With the spring semester winding down, Kindermusik Summer Camps are just around the corner! Join us for a short, sweet, and cheap 45-minute, five-week program through June. All June camps $96No HST!!!! For the wee ones… Busy Days (newborn to 18 months) Set your...
Amazingly, 25% of our current Kindermusik families have already registered for both Fall 2010 & Spring 2011! These folks have saved big-time on their Kindermusik fees. You can too by registering before May 1st. Plus, your child/children’s spaces are guaranteed for the whole school-year....
I’ll be honest, these past couple of years have been very tough for Kindermusik. We have done our best to keep fees down by absorbing taxes and other major expenses, but the bad news is that we just can’t keep our doors open if...
Hello Kindermusik Families!FALL REGISTRATION: Spring may have just begun, but we are almost ready for fall and in the process of switching from our current online enrolment system (EZ-Enrol) to a new one that will better suit the needs of our very large program....
Even though the spring has just begun, we are almost ready for fall! We are in the process of switching from our current online enrollment system (EZ-Enroll) to a new one that will better suit the needs of our very large program. It is...
To register, click here!(Scroll down for *Promo Codes) Summer camps will be offered June, July and August, with programs for all ages between and 7 years of age… Set your baby’s day to classical music with our BUSY DAYS camp. Toddlers will love ANIMALS-A-DANCING on a musical ZOO TRAIN. ON THE GO preschoolers will
Due to popular demand following the announcement that we will be be selling Easter Baskets for Boys & Girls, we have created a beautiful Baby Basket as well. Limited quantities will be available in our in-studio stores for $30 each (includes taxes). Each Baby...
Just in time for Easter in our on-site store starting next week… Beautifully-wrapped Easter Baskets with a musical theme and specially-priced at $25 each (including taxes).For Boys:A pair of Early Childhood Rhythm SticksA Finger DrumA bright, red Egg ShakerA Chocolate BunnyAn Easter-themed NotepadStickersAssorted candies...
Young children are very curious about the world around them, eager to explore and make discoveries. This natural curiosity is an important component in the development of creative thought.Kindermusik Adventures Summer Camps draw on your child’s natural curiosity and nurture it to support his...
Kindermusik of Cambridge/KW will be cancelling classes this evening due to the snow storm we are currently experiencing. An additional class will be added to the end of the semester to make up for this evening’s cancellation. (Please note that the 4pm classes in...
This article was written by our friends at Kindermusik International and appeared on their blog on January 18, 2010. I just had to share it….A recent study called “Effects of Parent/Child Group Music Activities on Toddler Development: A Pilot Study” turned up in the...
Here’s a great offer JUST FOR YOU from Kindermusik of Cambridge/KW… Register for Kindermusik® this semester and bring a friend along with you to receive a VILLAGE DIAPER BAG as our thanks! If your friend registers for classes, she’ll get one, too!Use promotion code...
We are busy this week at the studios preparing home materials for the Spring Semester and wanted to let you know that we have added some new class times that may be of interest to you, as follows: Cambridge Studio:Imagine That (3 & 4...
HELP, my child is a monster in class! I have no control over him and I feel like the other parents in my child’s class are judging his wild behavior and me as a parent. I think I should drop out of the class....
Our winter-spring semester starts January 22 and registration has begun!Not sure whether to enrol?… Check out this cute video.Join us for a free preview class before January 16th so we can prove your child will LOVE it!Enrol online in just a few clicks. WE...
Our first-ever Holiday Bake Sale will take place at both our Cambridge and Kitchener locations from 10:00am to noon on Saturday December 12th. There will be two tables: one nut-free and the other, anything that doesn’t fall into that category. ALL the proceeds will...
Although it is necessary to indicate age ranges for Kindermusik curricula, these age ranges are considered to be overlapping and flexible. Talk with your child’s teacher for an accurate assessment and placement of your child in the appropriate Kindermusik class. It is particularly important...
Be on time for class. The Hello Song ritual aids in your child’s emotional development and sense of self. While in class with your child, fully focus your attention on him or her. Kindermusik provides such a great opportunity for bonding. Make time to...
October 26-31 Black & Orange Week… Dress up in black & orange clothes to celebrate the season! Friday October 30 Halloween Family Fun Night, 6:30-7:30pm… Wear your costume! Details, below. November 4 & 6 *Sign & Sing, Session “A”… new 5-week sessions begin Wednesday’s...
Make-up classes are now available at Kindermusik of Cambridge/KW! If your child has missed a class or you know they will be missing a future class, you may contact the office at 519-622-5702 or email: info@kindermusik.ca to schedule a make-up class. There is a...
Hey parents, as many of you are aware, we are moving our Waterloo studio and renovating both our Cambridge and new KW location at 900 Guelph Street. As always seems to be the case, nothing ever goes as planned when it comes to renovations...
Please note that the office will be on reduced staff between Aug 21 and Sept 4 for vacations. We are closed Labour Day. Confirmation letters will be sent out by email between Sept 8 and 10. While we’re away, you can still learn about...
Call us today 519-622-5702 or visit our website for more information or to register online.
On July 1st, Kindermusik of Cambridge/KW was one of many local businesses taking part in the University of Waterloo’s Canada Day Celebrations with a booth in the Arts & Crafts Fair. Pictured here are Kindermusik Educator, Janet Beretta and her daughter, Megan, a Kindermusik-graduate...
Please excuse our mess. We are renovating the Cambridge studio to serve you better. Why? In times like these, we believe the businesses that rise to the top are those that put their customers first even when money is tight. We know that our...
Thank you to all of our families who registered early for Summer or Fall. We would like to congratulate the following families who won their tuition by registering by June 1st. Drum roll, please…. Waterloo Studio Winner!Janna & Kaylen Cameron – Village (registered April...
For the first time ever, Kindermusik of Cambridge/KW is holding a draw for FREE tuition applicable to Summer or Fall 2009.All registrations received by June 1st will be automatically entered in the draw. There will be one winner chosen for each of our locations....
Registration has begun for Summer Camps and Fall 2009 and Spring 2010 classes and they are filling up fast! Available spaces will open to the general public on May 1st. Some classes are already full and others only have 2 or 3 spaces left....
Registration for Fall 2009/Spring 2010 has begun! Here are your instructions to register online. Please read carefully to ensure accuracy. We apologize if this is not quite as EZ as it should be. We appreciate your patience as our online enrollment system goes through...
We are pleased to announce that the Fall 2009 Schedule of Classes at Kindermusik of Cambridge/KW is now finished and will be available for viewing on April 15th. It’s an ambitious schedule—8 additional classes in Waterloo and 9 in Cambridge. However, we feel really...
March 27 to April 3, we will be celebrating GET CAMPY WEEK at the Kindermusik studios! We invite you to dress up you and your child in camping clothes and discover a sneak-peak at some of our exciting summer activities during your class! Registration...
Young children are very curious about the world around them, eager to explore and make discoveries. This natural curiosity is an important component in the development of creative thought. Kindermusik Adventures Summer Camps draw on your child’s natural curiosity and nurture it to support...
Take advantage of this very special opportunity to celebrate Spring with a FREE BONUS CLASS. Take a look, below, at the dates, times and locations available then contact us to reserve your spot. Spaces are limited, but we can accommodate 2 families per class...
Have you ever noticed how musical young children seem to be? A baby in a highchair, barely able to sit up on her own, will slap her hands up and down when she hears music. At the point when a baby has learned to...
If you were ever in doubt that you’ve made a great choice registering your child in Kindermusik, watch this…or if just need to feel really good about your decision…http://watch.ctv.ca/news/w-five/w-five-presents-the-musical-brain/
We are so thrilled to announce that EZ-Enroll has come to town! Now, online enrollment, including payment, for our classes is possible in just a few “E-Z” steps. Our website has been fully linked up to make your experience registering and paying for a...
AROUND THE STUDIO: Last week of classes before ChristmasThis week, December 15-20, is our last week of classes before Christmas. There will be no classes between December 21 and January 2. Fall semester will resume on Saturday January 3 and continue through to January...
Although it is necessary to indicate age ranges for Kindermusik curricula, these age ranges are considered to be overlapping and flexible. Talk with your child’s teacher for an accurate assessment and placement of your child in the appropriate Kindermusik class. It is particularly important...
By Beth Anspach, MT If you’ve been involved in Kindermusik currently or in the past, you have probably already seen evidence of the benefits of this type of class for children. We’ve always known that Kindermusik has benefits that supersede simply the FUN of...
Let your loved ones (grandparent, aunt, uncle, etc.) know that Kindermusik of Cambridge/KW offers gift certificates! For every gift certificate ordered by Dec 20th, we will provide a FREE Karaoke Kindermusik CD to go with it, under the tree! Have them call 519-622-5702 to...
“Hearing and listening are quite different. Hearing is a process involving nerves and muscles that reach adult efficiency by age four to five. Listening is a learned mental process that is concerned with hearing, attending, discriminating, understanding, and remembering. It can be improved with...
Did you know?… It’s not too late to sign your child, newborn to age 7, up for Kindermusik this fall? FAMILY TIME and SIGN&SING classes begin next week and run for 10 weeks. Or, you can join one of our 15-week sessions that began...
Life has rhythm and pulse. A baby senses this in the womb as he hears the pulse of his mother’s heartbeat and feels the rhythm of her movements. For older children and adults, an example of steady beat in everyday life is the simple...
by: Rachel Evans For the parents of a child with autism it can be a continuous process to search for new activities and stimulations that can prove to be a benefit their child. And the hardest part can be discerning the validity of the...
On September 21, 2008, Kid’s Creations Art Studio celebrated its Grand Opening behind the Kindermusik of Cambridge studio with balloons, games, prizes, face painting, a bouncy castle, and of course, lots of art-making! Over $600 was raised in support of JDRF! KCAS Grand Opening
In June 2008, I was invited to speak at the Kindermusik South Africa Annual Convention. I was accompanied by my husband, Tim and oldest son, Tyler, who took all of these incredible photos of our 2-week visit. It was a life-altering experience that none...
Lisa Rutledge, Cambridge TimesPublished on July 15, 2008 In a strife-ridden South African township, where children as young as two must learn to become self-reliant, there is a reason to scream – for bubbles… Blowing soapy bubbles – watching them float through the air...
Lisa Rutledge, Cambridge TimesPublished on May 16, 2008 When it comes to enriching a child’s life with art and music, there are no such things as borders and barriers. It’s a mindset that will serve Cambridge Kindermusik director Michelle Jacques well when she heads...
Fall Registration Has Begun!Registration for the 2008-2009 school year of Kindermusik has begun! Teachers will be distributing registration forms in classes starting this week in Cambridge, and next week in Waterloo. If you’ve already registered online, kindly submit your payment information on the paper...
Ontario school boards announce full-day Kindergarten by 2010As you begin planning activities for your children for next fall, you may or may not be aware that the Boards of Education are phasing in full time JK and SK beginning next fall. Presently, half days...
$30.00/hr – Kindermusik TeacherKindermusik of Cambridge/KW is seeking energetic, fit individuals who love to work with children. Must have a strong background in music, a confident, high singing voice, and the ability to move expressively. A Kindermusik certification program must be completed before employment...
Elizabeth Jones, early childhood expert from Pacific Oaks and long-time Exchange writer, presented ideas on the value of play in Work and Family Life (February 2008; www.workandfamilylife.com). According to Jones, play teaches kids to… Use their imagination, improvise, think flexibly, and explore new options....
We are pleased to announce a new collaberation between Kindermusik of Cambridge/KW and The Nesting Space, which offers programs for new parents from pregnancy to preschool. Moms – and dads! – have a chance to learn parenting tricks of the trade, to take part...
“This course provides a solid, informative guide to a sound relationship before and after the ‘new addition’ arrives. Thank you for all of the thoughtful insights this course has given!“ -Workshop participant and parent of a toddler Designed for expectant couples and parents of...
There will be no Kindermusik classes if the school boards cancel school. If only the buses are cancelled, Kindermusik classes will still run. Listen to the announcements on CHYM-FM or 570NEWS, or check the 570NEWS website. Your teacher will also attempt to contact you...
Kindermusik Int’l is undertaking a survey of Kindermusik parents around the world. We would greatly appreciate your participation in completing the survey as it will tell us a great deal about how we are doing as a studio, and also as individual educators. The...
Click here to view photos from Mrs.Jacques’ classes from the last couple of years!
Registration for current Kindermusik of Cambridge/KW families will take place from December 1st to 15th. Families who registered for the fall semester only will be required to re-register for spring. Available spaces will be filled on a first-come-first-serve basis. Families can register using a...
Kindermusik of Cambridge/KW is seeking energetic, fit individuals who love working with young children. Must have a strong background in music, a confident, high singing voice, and the ability to move expressively to music. Time commitment of 2-4, two-hour blocks of time, including 1...
Kindermusik of Cambridge and KW Kindermusik will be closed for 2 weeks starting December 22nd. We will have rested our voices (well….maybe) and will be ready to begin again on January 5th. Reminder: If you registered for the Fall Semester only, your Early Bird...
September 23rd was spent reminiscing and celebrating 20 years of joyful music making with children at Kindermusik of Cambridge. Fun was had by all who attended with performances by former students, a bouncy castle, carnival games, food and much more! To see photos and...
This year, with the rise of our Canadian dollar, we have decided to discontinue our Family Catalogue of Instruments and Puppets, however the online store is available year-round for you to use. Visit http://www.kindermusik.com/store/trans/index.asp and you can browse through the many items available toorder....
Just in time for the Christmas season, in our waiting room, you will find musical stocking stuffers, CD’s, books, instruments, puppets & more and we’ll be adding new items every week! Be sure to take a look before or after your class. Simply fill...
Dec 1: Registration for next semester begins Dec 15: Early Bird Deadline for Spring Semester* Dec 22 – Jan 4: No classes – Season’s Greetings! Jan 5: Classes resume Jan 14: Last day of fall semester Jan 15 – 21: Make-up week for any...
EDUCATORI want to be a good teacher.I want to connect with the children.I want to enrich their lives.I want to develop their skills.I want class to go smoothly.I want to have fun.I want the parents to get their money’s worth.I want the parents and...
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Come during the day to experience our Village class available for ages newborn-18 months or come in the evening with your whole family and experience what our Family Time classes are all about! Can’t decide which one to choose? Come to both (and invite...
We’re getting ready for a fun summer of music for you and your child! Peekaboo, I Love You! Infants to 17 months Runs weekly through the month of June (5 lessons) Creatures at the Ocean 1-1/2 to 3 year olds Runs 5 mornings in...
Early exposure is linked to staggering brain development — but for kids, it’s just pure fun COLIN HUNTER, Reporter for the KW Record, Kitchener, ON <<< Ten-month-old Lily Baker, who has Down syndrome, delights in a Kindermusik class in Cambridge with her father, Nathan....
The government recently calculated the cost of raising a child, from birth to 18 and came up with $160,140 for a middle income family. Talk about sticker shock! That doesn’t even touch college tuition. But $160,140 isn’t so bad if you break it down....
By an Anonymous 2nd grade teacher I’ve been teaching now for about fifteen years. I have two kids myself, but the best birth story I know is the one I saw in my own second grade classroom a few years back. When I was...
For your childKindermusik introduces your child to the joy and adventure of music and then moves at his pace, pausing to engage his interests, nurture his gifts, and celebrate his discoveries. From birth through age seven, with the caring guidance of a trained and...
See yourself in this photo? These children were all between 3 and 6 years of age when this picture was taken in 1988, so that would make them…. 22 to 25 years old today! Holy cow! Am I really that old? (I was their...
Welcome back to our returning families and a warm welcome to our new families! By now you should have received your confirmation letter by email (if you provided an email address) or mail (if you did not). If you did not receive your letter,...
Pilates classes will be offered at the Kindermusik of Cambridge studio this winter and will be concurrent with some Kindermusik class times! Instructor: Susan Gittens, Certified Fitness Consultant, Personal trainer and Pilates Instructor Features: small classes times concurrent with some Kindermusik classes individual attention...
Several of our educators travelled to Greensboro, NC recently to attend the Kindermusik International Convention. What a week it was! Check it out… Mrs “H” and Mrs “H-P” taking time out to smile at one of the many educational sessions. Keynote speaker and internationally-renowned...
On Saturday, November 4, 2006, Kindermusik of Cambridge/KW was the recipient of 4 major awards at the International Kindermusik Convention held last week at the Four Seasons Sheraton Convention Centre in Greensboro, NC. Pictured from left are Hannah Hasting-Fuhr, Lisa Carr-Pries, Sylvia Atkinson, Jennifer...
The word discipline comes from a Greek word, which means ‘to train’. Discipline and punishment are not synonymous. Punishment is but one form of discipline and one that, if a child’s love tank is full, is seldom required. Discipline is a type of love...
What’s Under The Table? Think Green™ Recycle your old ink jet and laser cartridges and cell phones! Under the table in our waiting room, you will find a “Think Green” collection box. Greentec Int’l will make a financial contribution to the Josh Walker Scholarship...
Come join us for Kindermusik Family Time! A new session begins February 26th, 2007. Space is limited so register today!
Your baby reaches up when he wants to be held. By instinct, you pick him up and dance and sing to soothe him. That’s signing? Not quite, but it is communicating using an action.Sign & Sing™ helps you see these moments happening every day...
By Jennifer Kwan Wed Sep 20, 8:17 AM ET TORONTO (Reuters) – Parents who spend time and money to teach their children music, take heart — a new Canadian study shows young children who take music lessons have better memories than their non-musical peers....
We’re having lots of fun and learning at Kindermusik this semester, and we still have room for you and your friends! Take a look at the video to see just how much you’re missing. If you’ve been in Kindermusik with us before, you’ll recognize...
Our Cambridge studio is located at 2-180 Sheldon Drive. It is a specially-designed facility that provides the most beneficial environment for learning. Come on in! As you enter the studio, on your left is our playful cloak area, with hooks for grown-ups and children...