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music therapy for special children

Many people have heard of music therapy but are unsure about what it is, who receives it and who is qualified to practice it. Some other frequently asked questions about music therapy include, What is music therapy for? Is a musical background required? Where can I find a music therapist? How much does it cost? Misconceptions about music therapy are also common. Here is a basic information that you will need if you are considering pursuing music therapy services for someone you know or care about.

If you would like to use music more effectively at home with someone you know who has special needs try doing some of the following:

Sing and don't be critical of how you sound! The person you are singing to will respond to the music and your enthusiasm, not whether or not you have perfect pitch. When singing you must remember

• -SLOW DOWN! Singing too fast is the most common mistake.

• -repeat, repeat, repeat and then repeat again

• -use simple language that is at the level of the listener

• -let your listener learn at their own pace

• -make up songs about what you are doing to reinforce language, driving, walking, playing, a certain toy, brushing teeth, getting dressed, etc.

2. Move to music. Clap, stamp, blink, wave, wiggle or tap. Use any actions you both can do.

3. Play instruments or toys to music. Start and stop with the music. Take turns. Play together.

4. Be a model and do what you want your partner to do. Don't expect your child to sing or move if you won' t.

5. Listen to music. Choose different styles of music, classical, country, rock, vocal, jazz, bluegrass, opera, instrumental, etc.

6. Exaggerate what you do to encourage imitation. This includes facial expressions, body movements, vocal expression and oral movements.

7. Remember to praise participation at any level.

8. Do not "over music" your child. Be aware of how much time your child is exposed to music and sounds, including radio and television. Getting too much makes each experience less meaningful.

9. When doing music activities with your child get rid of distractions like TV, toys, outside noise and interruptions.

10. Have fun with music! Music is a natural teacher so keep music time enjoyable for everyone.

honestly, i haven't tried or applied this yet but i believe this will work.

vacation??

CRAP!!! , im really not sure what to write. nothing exciting or intimate going on in my so called life lately .i think i need to accept my friend's tempting offer to spend a 3 day vacation in bantayan island this holyweek so i can breathe fresh air, meet new friends and maybe change my skin color..just to forget my tiring work for a few days and repent….. and swim of course.hehehehe…anyway, word at work is they'll be giving out an increase of pay this april..so it might be a good "back to work" thing coming from a nice hot vacation in a cool island. but you know what they say, if the salary increases the work double increases too.hope it makes my pay check chubby..hehehehe..or back to saying CRAP!!

the origin of children

did some research from the net and found this info..well its nothing really but it made me think a little.. 

from the Institute for Stork Research and Science
Two different theories exist concerning the origin of children: the theory of Sexual reproduction, and the theory of the stork. Many people believe in the theory of sexual reproduction because they have been taught this theory at school. In reality, however, many of the world's leading scientists are in favor of the theory of the stork. If the theory of sexual reproduction is taught in schools, it must only be taught as a theory and not as the truth. Alternative theories, such as the theory of the stork, must also be taught.

Evidence supporting the theory of the stork includes the following:

1. It is a scientifically established fact that the stork does exist. This can be confirmed by every ornithologist.

2. The alleged human fetal development contains several features that the theory of sexual reproduction is unable to explain.

3. The theory of sexual reproduction implies that a child is approximately nine months old at birth. This is an absurd claim. Everyone knows that a newborn child is newborn.

4. According to the theory of sexual reproduction, children are a result of sexual intercourse. There are, however, several well documented cases where sexual intercourse has not led to the birth of a child.

5. Statistical studies in the Netherlands have indicated a positive correlation between the birth rate and the number of storks. Both are decreasing.

6. The theory of the stork can be investigated by rigorous scientific methods. The only assumption involved is that children are delivered by the stork.

WHY I CAN’T SLEEP part 2

I'm still waiting for the continuation of the movie series "prison break". The last episode i saw was season 2; episode 19 where Micheal and his bro Linc needs to fled and be gone forever since the president stepped down and ended her presidency ..well, i  got a source u know..he provides and updates me with this ever-thrilling show that makes me forget that i still need sleep after a night shift of soooooo tiring work, but whatever..i already started watching it, so might as well finish it 'till the end. i think season 2 is right about to finish..so i need to find an alternative movie for this while i wait for season 3 to come up…barely legal ??? hmmmmmmm…..hehehehehe.. not really..