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A positive relationship exists between sensitivity to rhythm and progress in reading.
How rhythm shapes early learning: Understanding, language, focus and connection
By: Dr Marion Long Published on: 16/05/2025A reflection on early development that explores how rhythm forms the foundation for learning — not just in music or movement, but in speech, attention and human connection. From birth, infants build social engagement through rhythmic interaction.
Ten minute sessions support transformation
By: Dr Marion Long Published on: 10/05/2025In this post, I reflect on why ten minutes — used with rhythm, structure, and care — can become a transformative container for learning. Especially now, when so many children are struggling to sustain focus.
Our lost generation of children Part three: Low engagement with learning
By: Dr Marion Long Published on: 02/05/2025This year, Mental Health Awareness Week begins on 12th May. The timing couldn’t be more relevant because this is the season of scrutiny, assessment and accountability.
Neurodiversity: Rapid progress from focus to comprehension
By: Dr Marion Long Published on: 25/04/2025Researchers have found that behaviours consistent with neurodiversity are less stereotypical following a certain form of musical intervention. Children and young people become more confident and improve in their social skills and communication.
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How rhythm defines phonemic awareness
“It’s only an hour that they have with your over the time that you come in over the six weeks and for it to be able to make, for a lot of them, up to a year’s difference in their reading ability is quite amazing really.”
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