Enhancing Preschool Music Education Through Body Percussion: Practices and Pedagogical Strategies for Teaching Children’s Songs

This study investigates how preschool teachers in Ho Chi Minh City apply body percussion and suggests ways to improve this approach in teaching children’s songs. The research employs a mix of methods, including studying literature, doing surveys, talking to experts, watching classrooms, and trying out new teaching methods. The findings show a significant difference between teachers understanding music education matters and using body percussion in practice. Most preschool teachers who took part in the survey agree that body percussion is valuable for teaching. However, a few have made or used planned movement exercises in their music lessons. The research demonstrates how important it is to create specific training programs, add body percussion to regular and casual music activities, and develop lesson materials that aligns the needs and likes of kids of different ages. The study recommends coming up with exercises that use movement, music games, and themed shows with body percussion. This assistance makes learning music in preschools more fun and effective.