Sound Pathways: How Musical Experiences Shape Learning Potential (Ep 23)

For Your Ears from the Early Years

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In this captivating episode of 'For Your Ears from the Early Years,' Sue Newman, co-founder of Boogie Mites, shares her inspiring journey from the corporate world to creating a transformative music education program backed by neuroscience research.

Sue's experience with her children led her to cofound Boogie Mites, an innovative approach that harnesses music's 'whole brain workout' capabilities. Sue explains the evidence-based ABCD methodology—active attention, Boosting the brain, Community cohesion, and Daily dose—and how these principles support children's cognitive, physical, and emotional development.

Drawing inspiration from neuroscientists Dr. Nina Kraus and Dr. Anita Collins, Sue reveals how music activates every brain region and serves as a 'privileged portal to memory.' The conversation highlights Boogie Mites' inclusive approach, making music accessible to children of all abilities, backgrounds, and developmental stages. Sue also shares how their program enhances literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional skills.

The episode explores Boogie Mites' comprehensive teacher training opportunities, equipping educators with the knowledge, confidence, and resources to implement effective music activities. Sue also discusses their affiliate opportunities, including their international expansion with licensees now in Australia, Qatar, Hong Kong, Singapore, and China.

This episode will transform your thoughts about music's role in young children's development and wellbeing.
Boogie Mites offers listeners a 20% discount on Boogie Mites ABCD of Do-Re-Mi digital training package for the week of the broadcast (13-20 March 2025). They can use LAKABCD20% at the checkout.

The ABCD of Do-Re-Mi Taster Teacher Training Package: https://www.boogiemites.co.uk/shop/the-abcd-of-do-re-mi/

You can see a reel of song clips included in the package in action here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PTNAlmtUtC8

Find out more about Boogie Mites:

• Website: https://www.boogiemites.co.uk/
• Demo Videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PTNAlmtUtC8
• Home Learning App: https://www.boogiemites.co.uk/shop/boogie-mites-app/

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Lili-Ann Kriegler (B. A Hons, H. Dip. Ed, M.Ed.) is an award-winning author and Melbourne-based education consultant. Her books are 'The Power of Play' for educators and 'Roots and Wings' for parents. Lili-Ann’ is a leader in early childhood education (birth to years), leadership and optimising human thinking and cognition. She runs her consultancy, Kriegler-Education. She is passionate about the early childhood sector and believes in the transformational power of education.
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