Little Tikes Tap a Tune Instrument Giveaway

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by Tamsyn

September 24, 2016

Little Tikes "Tap a Tune" Piano and Drum Giveaway
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Little Tikes Tap a Tune
Piano and Drum Giveaway

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An invitation to play

One of my favorite ways to introduce music to the very young crowd is through creating a musical environment that invites a child to play with sound.  Whether that means leaving our boomwhackers out, placing pots and pans out on the table like a drum set, or simply owning a piano, I love it when my children engage in musical exploration on their own terms.  Musical toys are a fun way to do this too.  I handpicked two Little Tikes Tap a Tune instruments that can help.

Meaningful music exposure can begin with infancy.

Little Tikes is a well known and respected maker of children's toys.  While I don't actually own either of these toys, I am very familiar with them as I have volunteered in a few childhood nursery settings that own both of these toys.  They get hammered, thrown, banged with various other toys, and have held up surprisingly well- a sturdy, classic toy.  The little piano's four notes create a major triad, "Do-Mi-So-Do", and are in tune.  I've had a lot of fun playing simple accompaniment rhythms on the little piano while singing to small children.  The drum has a surprisingly rich tone for a toy and can be played either by hitting the drum head or sliding the handles on the grooved sides like a guiro.  Lots of fun!  Good luck.

Learn more about the Little Tikes "Tap a Tune" set the winner will receive on Amazon
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Tamsyn

My name is Tamsyn and I love music. I got my bachelor’s degree in vocal performance from USU. I spent many years teaching private piano lessons until I had children of my own. I have attended several children workshops on how to teach children music. I really like the Kodaly method, but have adapted a lot of different techniques for my own children.

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  1. I love I’m a Little Teapot the kids love to make all the motions and clap with this one! I would use the puppets to dance with the music and for the kids to make up stories to go along with them!

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  16. We have a lot of musicians in our family so this would be great for the little ones to start their love of music on. Adorable!

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  20. My grandaughter will be 2 next month and is already taking music classes. She started when she was 1. She would love some toys that make music

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  29. My oldest son had that piano when he was younger and my youngest son would love it too! I’m definitely going to put it on his Christmas list!

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  30. I love letting my kids play music it is entertaining plus seeing them use their creativity. You are my sunshine and twinkle twinkle little star is our songs.

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  38. As a teacher, I know how important it is to teach the arts to kids. Introducing our children to it at an early age is fantastic!

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  62. Family music time is our favorite!!! My husband plays guitar and keyboard for our little girl. I’m not as musical, but I like clapping or drumming out a rhythm for her

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  63. I love Little Tikes! I also think music education is very important for kids! I homeschool mine and incorporate it into our curriculum daily.

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  66. My oldest grandson just started renting a trumpet to take lessons. His little brother who is almost 1 year old would probably love pounding on these toys to keep in time with big brother.

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  67. I am a music lover and see that love growing in my grandchildren. We have another baby coming in a week or so and these would be great in a few months!

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