Exploring Bells In Zumbini
Bells are one of the most visual parts of a Zumbini class, and one of the most delicious too! These shiny, jingly instruments are a quick favorite for many young children because of the sounds they are able to produce. Whether just turning over the bells carefully in their hands or shaking them as fast as possible, all children are able to make a sound! When using bells in Zumbini we find so many ways to manipulate these instruments. We can shake slowly, quietly hearing the jingle sounds. Or we can shake quickly, making a much louder sound coming from the same instrument. We can shake them over our heads, with…
Exploring Eggs In Zumbini
Shaking eggs has always been a favorite instrument of mine while working with young children both in a traditional classroom format and in Zumbini. Eggs are super fun, easy to create a sound, and portable for these little movers! One of my favorite things about eggs is how easy it is to create sounds. Just turning an egg over makes a sound. All children, regardless of age or developmental level, are able to create a sound with this instrument. Even if they drop it! There’s also a fun change in dynamics with eggs. While they can be loud when shaken quickly in a group, these are generally a quieter instrument.…
