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S8 E2 Music and Mood – Expressing Emotions Through Sound
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Helping children explore how music can support emotional expression, mood regulation, and self-awareness.
In this episode of Mindful Moments with Miss Harrison, children discover the power of music as a creative tool for understanding and sharing emotions. Whether it's clapping, tapping, humming, or listening to a favourite song, music helps us tune in to what we’re feeling—and sometimes say what words can’t.
Through the heartwarming story of Aria, who learns to turn a tough day into a personal song, children see how musical expression can bring clarity, comfort, and joy.
What children will learn in this episode:
- How music connects to different emotions
- Ways to use music to explore and express feelings
- How to create rhythms and tunes to match their mood
- Why musical expression supports emotional wellbeing
Creative Strategies from Miss Harrison:
- Listen to match your mood: Choose songs that reflect how you feel—or that help you feel better.
- Create your own music: Use your voice, hands, feet, or everyday objects to make rhythms and melodies.
- Move with the music: Let your body respond—dance, sway, tap, or just breathe along with the beat.
These practices help children build self-awareness and express their emotions in safe, imaginative ways.
Mindful Moment Challenge:
This week, pick one piece of music each day that matches how you're feeling—or create your own rhythm or tune. Notice how it affects your mood and helps you connect with your emotions.
Perfect for:
- Primary school-aged children exploring emotional expression through the arts
- Classrooms teaching PSHE, SEL or wellbeing through creative outlets
- Families encouraging emotional conversations at home
- Music therapists and educators promoting emotional literacy
Quote of the Week:
“Your heart has its own song—and it’s always okay to let it out.”
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