- Listened to the sounds of nature
- Identified different bird songs
- Recognized the rhythm of their footsteps
- Imitated the sounds of animals they encountered
- Sang songs while walking
Continued development can include:
- Introducing the child to different genres of music and discussing how they make them feel
- Encouraging the child to create their own songs or melodies inspired by their hike
- Exploring musical instruments and allowing the child to experiment with creating different sounds
- Attending live music performances or concerts to expose the child to different styles of music
- Playing musical games, such as "Simon Says" with musical actions or "Musical Chairs"