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Suzuki Early Childhood Education a worldwide music programme for young children which runs in many countries. In New Zealand, the Suzuki Early Childhood Education curriculum uses waiata (songs) and pao (rhymes) in English and te reo Māori, while exploring some New Zealand Sign Language. 

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The class uses a range of music and movement including traditional folk songs, lullabies and rhymes. You may be singing some at home already or your parents may have sung them to you. They tell simple stories or describe experiences that can be related to by all.  Children and parents have the opportunity to sing, move, and play instruments with others during class, with resources offered to help support musical play at home.

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Together we create an environment for young children and their parents free from pressure in which they can gain skills in music, movement, English, and te reo Māori, while developing other skills, like listening, patience, sharing and empathy throughout class.