Kinderbach

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One of my childhood memories is listening to the sounds of my mom giving piano lessons after school. From a very early age, I started taking lessons from her and learning to read music.

For homeschooling parents who don’t have a background in piano or music, finding practical, affordable ways to include music in their child’s education can be a challenge. Kinderbach provides a way for parents to do that.

This online, video-based curriculum targets children ages 3-7. Using fun characters, worksheets, and practical application, students learn the basics of music theory and beginning piano. The approach is very entertainment based, which works well for the ages suggested. Each of the six levels includes ten lessons. Multiple learning styles will find appeal in the presentation and application.

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The approach is very different from traditional piano lessons, and this was a stumbling block for me because of my background. However, Kinderbach would be a good fit for parents who aren’t able to teach their children piano or send them to traditional piano lessons.

You can watch an introductory video here.

Kinderbach is available online for as low as $7.99 per month. You can also purchase the program on DVD & CD with packages starting at $40.45 plus shipping and handling. They also have plenty of extras such as downloadable coloring pages, sheet music, and more.

A free trial of Kinderbach is available on their website. They were also generous to offer a special coupon code for the TOS Homeschool Crew members to share with our readers:

30% off any order – homeschool, classroom, online or DVDs – good for one year!

Coupon Code:  TOScrew2012

To read what other crew members thought about Kinderbach, visit the TOS Homeschool Crew Blog.

Disclosure: I received a free online subscription to Kinderbach for the purpose of this review. No other compensation was received, and the opinions expressed are my own.

- Erin