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Building Brains with Music with Music with Mar.

Building Brains with Music by Music with Mar. Did you know Bear Paw Creek was started 23 years ago in the basement of a rental home in Springfield, Missouri?  It has brought more opportunities, fulfillment, and joy to my life than I could have ever […]

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I am Part of a Community of Music Therapists – What’s Your Superpower?

I am Part of a Community of Music Therapists – What’s Your Superpower? Hey! I’m Patina – Patina Joy, actually! I’ve been a music therapist working with kids, teens and young adults with a variety of beautiful special needs since 2011! Whether in public schools,

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Beyond Online Music Learning: Recent Interviews Indicate That Props Can Enhance Fun and Facilitate Personal Connection in the Virtual Learning Environment

Online music learners can connect with each other and have more fun when they use props.

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How To Successfully Do Toddler Circle Time

How To Successfully Do Toddler Circle Time The thought of circle time with a bunch of busy, wiggly toddlers may sound daunting but the rewards are amazing. What you need is a grab bag of a full proof structure and method along with some great

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The Benefits Of Music And Movement Activities For Kids

The Benefits Of Music And Movement Activities For Kids How Are Music And Movement Activities Beneficial? The aim of movement activities is to enhance cognitive, physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. It’s documented that music and movement activities stimulate and engage the brain, improve coordination and

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Magical Moments with Music Props in Church Choir Rehearsal Part 3

Magical Moments with Music Props in Church Choir Rehearsal Part 3 Welcome back from the sometimes lazy days of summer, to an always exciting fall, filled with opportunities to try new activities with your props from Bear Paw Creek! In this installment of “Magical Moments”

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[THEMES] Winter: Music, Literacy, and More!

Winter: Music, Literacy, and More! Shivering Snowman!  Get moving with these winter-themed activities! Even if you don’t receive an inch of snow or temperatures below freezing, you can always dream up what winter feels like. Today in the Bear Paw Creek blog, we are focusing

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[THEMES] Christmas: Music, literacy, and more!

Christmas Music to Get You Moving and Grooving! It’s December, and most likely your focus has been on incorporating holiday music into your lessons and sessions. It’s a festive time of year, and in my opinion, adding holiday music to your music lineup brings a

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Shamrockin’ with Creative Movement Props for St. Patrick’s Day

Shamrockin’ with Creative Movement Props for St. Patrick’s Day One of my favorite ways to incorporate music and movement into our days is by using holidays and the times of the year. St. Patrick’s Day is coming and I’m excited to share a song written

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