Shake It Up!
Discover how music facilitates growth, by improving health, functioning and well-being through evidence-based music therapy activities.
Programme Overview
“Music time to grow creative minds, busy bodies and big hearts”
Shake It Up! is a community-based music therapy programme designed to support early skill development in children under 5 years, preparing them for school and preschool.
This programme can be delivered in community spaces such as libraries, councils, and preschools, with attendance from caregivers. It can also be offered in early childhood settings including preschools, family daycare, and childcare centres, with support from educators.
Each programme is tailored by the facilitator to meet the specific needs of the group.
Facilitated by experienced music therapists using live music, sessions provide a warm and engaging space for children, families, and educators.
Our sessions help children develop key skills:
Motor skills
Communication
Social and emotional development
Cognitive abilities and regulation
A warm and engaging space for children, families, and educators.
Benefits
Supports early development for school readiness
Strengthens child wellbeing and confidence
Builds caregiver and educator confidence in using music with children
Inclusive and supportive for all abilities
Session Structure
Each session follows a familiar routine:
Welcome and Acknowledgement of Country
- Hello Song
Action Songs
- Instrument Play
Movement and Dance
- Sensory Activities
Story Time (promoting early literacy)
- Goodbye Song
Weekly Themes
The 10-week programme covers key developmental themes including communication, emotional development, cognitive growth, motor skills, social interaction, and concludes with a wrap-up session.
The weekly themes are a guide rather than a fixed schedule. Each programme is tailored to the group’s interests, developmental needs and responses, so themes and activities may be adjusted as the programme requires.
Communication and Emotional Development
Weeks 1-2: Communication
Weeks 3-4: Emotional Development
Cognitive Growth, Regulation and Motor Skills
Weeks 5-6: Cognitive Growth and Regulation
Weeks 7-8: Motor Skills
Social Interaction and Conclusion
Week 9: Social Interaction
Week 10: Conclusion
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions about attending Shake It Up!
Who is Shake It Up! for?
Shake It Up! is designed for children aged 0–5 years of all abilities. The programme can be adapted to support different developmental needs.
What should we bring?
Just bring yourselves — we provide the instruments.
How many children can attend?
Groups can include up to 16 children.
Does a caregiver need to attend?
Yes. Caregiver participation is encouraged throughout the programme.
Do we need to attend the full term?
Full-term attendance is recommended, although flexible options are available.
How long is each session?
Each session is 45 minutes long and follows a familiar routine.
How do I get started?
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