"Why the basics matter" ~ Maggie Dent and Rebecca Jane Flanagan ~ ABC 720 Radio by Bec 20122013 published on 2014-02-14T09:12:41Z On Monday 10th February 2014, "Queen of Common Sense" Maggie Dent and Rebecca Jane Flanagan of "Musical Experiences For Children", were interviewed on ABC 720 Radio ~ Afternoons with Gillian O ~ about the importance of music and movement, play and meaningful connections in the early years. Rebecca is one of the presenters at Maggie's "Belong, Be and Become" conference for early childhood educators, teachers and parents, in Perth, Western Australia on the 22nd February 2014. More information can be found on: Maggie's Facebook page "Maggie Dent" ~ www.facebook.com/MaggieDent & Rebecca's Facebook page "Musical Experiences For Children" ~ www.facebook.com/MusicalExperiencesForChildren "Maggie Dent is an author, educator, and parenting and resilience specialist with a particular interest in the early years and adolescence. Maggie is a passionate advocate for the healthy, common sense raising of children in order to strengthen families and communities. Maggie runs seminars nationally and internationally that give children, adolescents, parents, teachers, professionals and communities the knowledge and tools they need to build their personal and professional resilience." Web: www.maggiedent.com Rebecca Jane Flanagan is a highly experienced performer, a dynamic professional development presenter, and a passionate early childhood teacher. Her program of delightful musical storytelling shows and workshops are a favourite amongst children and families, and she is a regular face (and voice!) at local events and children's festivals in Western Australia. She has recently produced an audio resource to empower early childhood staff and parents to engage in meaningful music and movement experiences with their children, and step into the land of enchanting storytelling. Her double CD "Sweet Rhymes and Verses" & "Story Time Sing-Alongs" (and accompanying song book) is available to purchase at this time via Rebecca's Facebook page, and at Rebecca's professional development engagements and public appearances. Contact: rebecca.flanagan@hotmail.com Genre Education
