Sound is our biggest information gathering sense, our primary means of communication, at the very core or our existence as interconnecting humans. But are we prioritising it when planning the learning environment, as we should be? Let’s talk about the sound environment within the physical environment. Sound is our most powerful sense and has a huge impact on our cognitive function, but in this world of constant racket – traffic, technology, notifications, pings, background music – have we forgotten how to actually listen? Hearing is the only sense that is active pre-birth. As soon as we ..read more

Language and Literacy, Rhythm and Rhyme Workshop - Expo 2024 We travelled to Olympia London the first weekend of March for the annual Childhood & Education Expo, where we had an exhibition stand and a slot on the interactive workshop stage to co-present our Literacy & Language, Rhythm & Rhyme workshop with well-loved children’s author and former Children’s Laureate, Michael Rosen. Music and Movement are key to speech and language. UK reports show that there are currently two million children struggling with talking and understanding words. This figure has risen year upon ..read more

Music Practice In Early Years Prepares Sound Processing and Rhythmic Skills for Learning Languages. Neuroscience evidence shows us that music processing and language processing networks overlap and that regular music practice in early years, covering a rich and varied provision of recorded music, singing and percussion activities, builds neural connections that support learning languages. This refers to the child’s first language and English as an additional language (EAL). Our most recent project provides evidence that Boogie Mites music activities practised regularly throughout the pre-scho ..read more

Boogie Mites Seasonal Celebration Songs Singing and dancing have always been a most uplifting way for group celebration events, whether they be birthday parties, weddings, religious festivals or sporting occasions.   As we begin the second half of Autumn term, it’s time to start thinking about celebrating the run up to Christmas and maybe even planning an end of term celebration event with your early years team and children. We all have our favourite seasonal songs, but why not spice up your festive selection this year with some new songs, and let Boogie Mites take the pressure off ..read more

Prepare to be amazed at the power of music. Join us in the second week of August, for five short FREE daily music sessions for children aged 2-5 years and their grown-ups.  Learn how to boost children’s focus, attention, listening, sound processing and motor skills through fun music activities. From 7th-11th August, boost children’s focus, attention, listening, sound processing and motor skills through the magic of daily music practise: Interactive music making fun for you and your child. Music games and linked craft activities to engage children. Harness the power of music to create ..read more

This guest blog has been kindly written for Boogie Mites by Chris Phoenix, from The Phoenix Cups. Life can often feel like an intricate dance, with the need to maintain balance.  The Phoenix Cups framework offers us a insightful approach to understanding our needs and being able to maintain that all-important balance. But what if we added some music along the way to dance to?  After all, music is a universal language that transcends barriers, and weaves its way into the fabric of human existence.  It has the capacity to elicit emotions, spur creativity, and bring people fr ..read more

How It All Began Our Mission Our Team Boogie Mites ABCD Music Methodology Our Vision, Purpose and Guiding Principles Our Products and Services Boogie Mites Benefits How It All Began From South London Community Centre family music sessions to globally recommended digital music programmes, it has been quite a journey. Boogie Mites founder and singer-song writer Harriet Thomas started Boogie Mites as a mum to two young girls, having recognised that there was a gap in the market for inspiring music for under 5’s, Harriet wrote songs that adults would love as much as the children. Harriet s ..read more

The Importance of Songs and Rhymes in the Early Years Foundation Stage If you have spent any time in an early years setting, I am willing to bet that you left humming a song or rhyme that was firmly stuck in your head for the next few days. Songs and rhymes are an integral part of the day in all preschools, nurseries and classrooms, but why are they so important and how do they improve early child education? Research shows that “if children know eight nursery rhymes by heart by the time they are four years old, they are usually among the best readers and spellers in their class by the time t ..read more

Supporting Children Starts with Supporting Parents.    Active Music-Making in Early Years to Develop School-Ready Skills: In Settings and Homes. Parents are a child’s first teacher.  Research shows that children who have more parental input, rich and varied experiences, vocabulary and activities at home in early years, are more likely to have strong school ready skills in place by age 4/5.  Those who start without these skills in place will rarely catch up; the attainment gap will widen as they go through school. You will be aware from recent press coverage that recent res ..read more

Music activities to train the brain, ready for school. Bringing Boogie Mites music magic into the homes of young children. We are excited to be developing an app that will make Boogie Mites songs and musical activities easily accessible for families to enjoy at home. We know from the evidence that regular practice is key to cognitive development that will help strengthen children’s school ready skills: Phonological awareness Foundations for maths and literacy Listening, attention and following instructions Physical and social skills Self-regulation Confidence and self expression Auditory ..read more