Rebecca Thomas About Me Page at Helium

I know too much about ...

nothing!

My parents always told me ...

listen before you speak

My favorite memory ...

seeing the Taj Mahal

Why I write ...

its helps me crystallize my thoughts

What I am reading/watching/listening to ...

"Just enough light for the step Im on"

My first job ...

piano teacher

My inspiration ...

Christ

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Education > Special Education Teaching music to the special needs population: 1 of 4

Music is a very powerful tool in communication and expression. Even a baby has the ability to respond to music in their own unique way. Kicking their legs in the air when a song is being playing, or a chuckle while their mom sings them a tune, or even a body shake are different responses to music. As a child grows older, the responses are different, and the music speaks to each one differently. While dealing with the special needs population, music plays a very unique role in teaching skills, and reaching other non musical goals. I work with children with various special needs &ndash...
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