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Respond to three questions in the Padlet:

1. Why is learning from elders so valuable?

2. In your opinion, how do Inuktut songs and the Inuit drum, ground Nunavut children’s identity?

3. Why is exposure to music important to babies and toddlers?

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It gives pleasure to do what one loves.I saw laughter and joy as I watched the videos of the elders playing the drum, singing and dancing.I could tell it was from their heart.

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Music build children’s language.They learn about rhythm and timing.They develop listening skills.They start learning about sounds through music and they start making movements to the rhythm of the song.

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It’s valuable because they will share their history ,knowledge ,teach new games to children and create a social bond.Children therefore will receive firsthand information from the right people.The elders will  passionately pass on their knowledge because they want to preserve it and ensure it remains with the generations to come.

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The  Inuktut  songs told their life stories , children will learn about their culture from the songs.They will learn about their beliefs,values and families.The qilaut and katuq are meaningful to their culture.As they take part they develop social and emotional bonds between older and younger generations.

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VALUES OF ELDERS  SONGS AND DRUM DANCING.

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VALUES OF ELDERS  SONGS AND DRUM DANCING.

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music is fun and relaxing ,it releases stress, and can promote almost all the domains of development in children it can help improve many skills such as listening, talking, movement of body , like in the physical development.music supports children’s emotions ,very comforting,  can help children regain or recover from frustration. Music builds a strong bond and connection between all who surround them.

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Elders have wisdom from passed lived experience,there are many things they saw and did that our generation can’t access, they know old stories, songs, language, games, traditional and cultural practices. They help to teach us Inuit culture in a respectful and correct way.  Children acknowledge the presence of elders with respect and are ready to learn from them. Their presents brings a sense of belonging and valued,

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Inuktut songs and drums help impact children’s  lives and enable them speak and understand their language, storie telling and some cultural habits like fishing hunting, caring for family. Promotes their identity and a sense of belonging and connection. The children feel proud of the selves and confident

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The reason why its important for babies and toddlers to listen to music is to make then understand it and learn to play drums and experience the music. They can listen to the music and teach them how to drum dance and sing.

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Learning from elders is a great way to learn when you go on the land the elders can teach you and how to hunt. When the elders play the drums it comes from their heart and soul and you can tell by the emotions that they show when playing the drums.

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The kids will listen to songs ar daycare that have inukituit words and they wont understand at some point but it’s good for the kids to listen to music. The children can learn drum dance at the daycare we can show them how to use it. We have 2 drums at the daycare and the kids were playing with the drums today but need to teach them more how to play with the drums.

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Music is important for babies and toddlers because it helps them learn and feel safe at the same time. When they hear songs, they feel comforted and happy, especially when it comes from a parent or caregiver. Music helps them learn sounds and words naturally, even before they can speak. It also allows them to move, clap, or smile, which supports their growth. Through music, young children start to express their feelings and connect with the people around them in a joyful way.

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Just like any other culture, elders are such a great source of wisdom and advice. They have so much lived experience and have seen the changes throughout time, they shares their knowledge, stories and help guide younger people. They’re the ties to our ancestors and keeping traditions alive.

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Inuktitut songs and the Inuit drum help children feel connected to who they are and where they come from. These songs bring joy, laughter, and stories that have been passed down for many years. These songs come from a time when Inuit didn’t have any other entertainment and they are a big part of every child’s identity.

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“ Teachings from elders are the best treasures”

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As discussed in the past lesson on child development, exposure to music is important to babies and toddlers  because it supports their overall development. Example is their language skills, babies or toddlers easily pick up the words, sounds and rhythms through music. Also, children love to move and dance  which supports their motor and social skills. Overall, music is fun and meaningful to young children to learn. 

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Learnings from elders is the best treasure we can have. They carry extensive life experiences that shape understanding and guide the new generations.  Without them, we’re lost. They are the backbone of our values and traditions that are preserved and passed on. 

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Inuktitut songs and Inuit drum is one of the important cultural practices that is passed down by elders that help ground children in their traditions and identity belonging. I watched an interview of a young drum performer who shared that he plays Inuit drum and sings because it helps him to connect to his heritage and ancestors. This shows that drum music plays a strong role in strengthening cultural identity specially here in Nunavut.

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Values of the Inuit drums, elders and children

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Values of the Inuit drums, elders and children

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it’s important to expose music to babies and toddlers because it teaches them to learn words, learn how to have fun, music will also teach them to express themselves,  how to learn the rhythms of the music and express their feelings by dancing and enjoying the music.

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Elders have a lot of knowledge,  a lot of advice to give,  they’ve lived through so much, and they know what’s right for our land, for our animals for ourselves and for themselves. I believe taking in their knowledge and values and advice into our lives will benefit for the better of our future, and many generations after.

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Many Inuit songs hold stories of what they (elders) have experienced, teaching these children the songs and the Inuit drum will enable the stories to live long and they will be able to teach the world our stories and songs, the children will also fell connected to where they come from.

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Learning from Elders, Inuktitut songs and Inuit Drum

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Learning from Elders, Inuktitut songs and Inuit Drum

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When babies and toddlers have early exposure to music they can learn faster before they can speak.It also helps them with all their developmental stages.Music is magical.It can build someone’s confidence.For babies and toddlers it can calm them down, make them happy and excited while learning.

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Learning from elders is very important and valuable to the  young generations.Elders have traditional knowledge and skills  that they can pass face to face.Learning from elders is preserving one’s culture , traditions and history.They are well  experience  that the young generation can learn and benefit to be successful and knowledgeable while appreciating  their  culture and embracing their identity.Elders are like teacher , mentor and coach in one person.

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Inuktitut songs and Inuit drum ground  Nunavut children’s identity  in a way that it connects them from their ancestors. They know where they came from and their roots.This will make them proud  that they belong into something interesting and beautiful. It gives them happiness and calm them. Inuktitut songs and Inuit drums  builds them confidence because they know their ancestors/elders created it and enjoyed it too. Music connects and unite everyone.

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Drum Dancing and Elders.

Music and drums are a normally used during celebrations. Different cultures have different beats and types of drums.

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They learn new vacobulary, movement and dancing strengths their physical growth. Helps with hand-eye coordination. They also get to learn without the pressure of sitting down and focusing for example head and shoulders helps them learn about the parts of the body.

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Elders play an important role is our society. They keep the culture alive and it’s always a joy when they gather kids for activities and stories. Learning for them helps to instill the kids identity and they have all the facts that related to their culture and values. For example your grandparents know about your linage and the reason you were given that name. In Inuit culture the most kids are named after their ancestors.  To be honest, Elders have the patience which most of the time kids. This makes the kids sit for longer moments intrigued and they will feel safe in that environment. This helps with empathy and emotional growth. Also building a strong relationship.Children are impaired to learn more about their culture and identity.

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Inuktut songs are very powerful and expressive. These allow the kids to be free and release bad energy. They also learn to be resilent. Most of the songs are about the land and their way of life. This allows the kids to learn more about their culture while have fun and through participation they will feel like they are one withering identity and contributing to the culture. For example there is a throat song about the little puppy following the dogs leg team. This shows and tells the to never give up, be resilent. If they follow and respect their elders teaching they will know their place in life and society.