Music-based English
for families and primary schools: free-for-members resources
The LaLa community is for parents of young children and teachers of primary school. We aim to share educational resources that promote innovation in language learning.
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New Interview
Step into a conversation with Catalan music educator Núria Planell as she explores how movement, play and the Dalcroze method transform the way children experience music. Her approach to embodied learning echoes the principles behind LaLaOpenEdu, where music becomes a powerful tool for engagement, creativity and learning English through rhythm, movement and culture.
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Available in English, Catalan and Spanish
What to expect!
Try the Hello Song with your child! This is the first song of the LaLaLittleKids method.
How to use it:
1. Sing and move together - follow the rhythm and actions.
2. Practise a short conversation:
You: "Hello, how are you?"
Child: "I'm fine thank you."
3. Use a cuddly toy - toss it to each other while practising the conversation to make it playful and interactive.
4. Repeat daily (or as often as possible). Make it part of your everyday routine to strengthen connection and have fun together with your child.
Tip: use it during natural moments, like when you're getting ready for school, spending time at home, or anytime you want a quick and fun interaction with your child. If you're in the car, encourage your child to use their fingers for the "turn around" and "jump, jump" part of the song.
LaLaSchools is the hands-on, in-school branch of Genevieve Shaw’s work, offering direct services to children, teachers, and families. Independent of the non-profit LaLaOpenEdu, LaLaSchools focuses on live experiences in classrooms, playgroups, and workshops.
Our core mission is improving language education through innovative teaching methods based on music, play and movement. Find out more.
Our online magazine VOICES offers short, monthly interviews with key figures from children's education, art and music. When you join LaLaOpenEdu, you'll be sent the latest interview with experts, each month. Visit our latest interview.