We are the music makers...

Storytime at the library ended for Simon quite a while ago, as that library is undergoing renovation and I haven't quite had the energy to find an alternate storytime that works with our schedule. ECFE is also coming to a close for the semester...but never fear, we are finding new ways to entertain ourselves!

Simon tasting...something...and Zoe clicking mallots

For starters, we've been attending a music class with our friends Zoe & Jen. It's a wonderful class in so many ways--cheap ($3 per class), no commitment (pay if you show up, don't if you don't), laid back, baby & toddler friendly, etc. The class is Thursday mornings, and last week I brought my camera along to capture some of the fun.

selecting a shaker

Best of all, they have instruments out at the beginning of class for the little ones to experiment with. This is Simon's favorite part of class, by far--he likes it even better than when we play with scarves, and even better than when we roll big beach balls around on the floor. I'm actually quite surprised with how he uses the instruments, too--granted, there is some random banging around as would be expected from a 17-month old, but he also manages to tap out some nice melodies and rhythms!

Little Drummer Boy:



Percussionist Extraordinaire:



As a bonus, there's a park right across from the church where we go to music class, so we've started a lovely new habit of walking to the park for a snack and some outside playtime after class. What a way to spend Thursday mornings!

"Mom, this slide is SO much fun!"

Zoe & Jen enjoying the sunshine