This document discusses the benefits of music therapy for children with Williams Syndrome, noting that music can help with recall of information, attention and learning, relaxation, motor skills, and bringing joy. It provides helpful links for finding music therapists and more information on music therapy.

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HELP PROMOTE AWARENESS
of WILLIAMS SYNDROME
“Music Speaks Where Words Fail”
Williams Syndrome & Music Therapy
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Putting safety and academic
information to music can
help with recall.
Music is so effective at helping children attend and learn because it is a multi-sensory experience.
Multiple regions of the brain are
simultaneously activated when
listening to and creating music.
Adding music to social stories
increases a child's interest,
attention and recall to the
lessons being taught.
Singing and playing simple
percussive instruments can draw
in a child's attention when they
are learning a new skill.
Fine motor skills can be
addressed through musical
activities such as fingerplays
and using musical iPad apps.
Make a relaxation playlist
on a phone or mp3 player
to help alleviate your
child's anxiety.
Music can feed and enliven
your child’s spirit and can
bring joy and beauty into
their life.
Find a music therapist in your area: www.musictherapy.org/about/find/
For information on music therapy assessments and music therapy
as a related Service on IEPs: www.preludemusictherapy.com/schools.html
Visit for information and videoswww.TheRhythmTree.com
on how you can help your child through music
Dancing and moving
to music can be a great way
to address gross motor skills.