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It is interesting to observe children and adults when there are drums in the room. As they pass, many  instinctively hit or play the drum. Children find it difficult to restrain themselves from playing musical instruments they are handed in class. 'We must ask why apparently general musical abilities should be restricted to a chosen few in societies supposed to be culturally more advanced' (John Blacking, anthropologist). Music-making is part of every daily living, not just reserved for elite performers with what society ascribes as 'talent.' Every child is a music-maker. Children participating in drumming at Children's Festival "Children's Festival at Park Circle" by North Charleston is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0 There is a general developmental progression in the acquisition of children's  musical skills, but wide variation of customs and practices within ethnic groups. Insiders to the culture know ...

Latest: The Children and Youth Health Practice Manual , Queensland Health (2021) outlines best practice for services. The appendix has assessment forms relevant to Child and Youth Mental Health and Eating Disorders. NDIS Early Childhood Approach provides useful guidelines for the sector.      Children enjoying holidays at the beach "'Forever Young', Australia, Northern Territory, Darwin, Mindil Beach Sunset" by WanderingtheWorld (www.ChrisFord.com) is licensed under CC BY-NC 2.0 References: Queensland Health (2021) Children and Youth Health Practice Manual (revised) https://www.childrens.health.qld.gov.au/wp-content/uploads/PDF/qcycn/cy-prac-manual-pt1.pdf   NDIS Early Childhood Approach Early childhood approach - guide for health professionals