Balance. In moving one’s body to music, children can
stand while swaying or shifting their weight from one foot
(or side of the body) to the other—which means they can
balance. Imagine that “Let’s Do the Twist” fills the room.
Young toddlers try to copy their family child care provider’s
movements, twisting and shaking to the beat, while
attempting to stay balanced and not fall over! (Of course,
falling over is often the fun part.)