15 minutes of spooky-sweet music for under 5 year olds: The Top 10 Classic songs, props and hand-held instruments that make Halloween Music night special. Read the blog and then click to download your sheet cheet of Halloween Activities from now till the 31st

Very early on in my career as a music teacher and early years specialist music teacher I came across these two terms which, I had used and heard other mother and fathers use while on play groups. But was not aware that this sort of silly baby talk had an actual name. So let’s find out what they are and why they are vital.

Childminders and music. Discover why traditional one‑size‑fits‑all music classes fall short for childminders and early years educators. This article from Maria Moon Music explores the revolutionary Music Monomodal Blended Learning approach — a flexible, research‑inspired framework that unites babies, toddlers, and preschoolers in joyful, age‑inclusive music sessions. Learn how to make music meaningful, adaptable, and developmentally enriched for every child in your care.

When we understand what each method offers — and where it doesn’t reach — we can combine them to create a more holistic learning journey. This is the challenge that educators face both in formal and informal spaces. Over decades of teaching, I’ve learned that no single early-years music approach fits every child. When we understand what each method offers — and where it doesn’t reach — we can combine them to create a more holistic learning journey.