Originally Posted by mamamanda:
I want to start using music during mealtimes to signal the beginning & end & to help promote a calm & pleasant atmosphere during the meal. I was thinking maybe something classical, but I really don't know. Obviously I don't want nap time style music as they need to be engaged in the meal, but something still calm somehow? Any suggestions on a good CD? Or style of music? Anyone else do music during meals?
I don't play music at lunch time but instead encourage conversation. I invite the kids to discuss their morning with their table mates and talk about what they are going to do in the afternoon. I think it's a good time to practice pro-social behaviors while "dining".
I think it's a nice idea to use music to signal beginning/end to meal time though! I use a kitchen timer...
I would Google meal time music and I bet you can find a ton of ideas and suggestions!